From All Of Us, Have a Safe and

Free Food Distribution January 18

Merry Christmas and Disposing of the Christmas Tree

To all celebrating the Christmas Season, Merry Christmas

After the holiday, to dispose of the tree, from December 26 – January 2, 2014, please place your Christmas tree on the swale on your normal garbage collection day and All Service will collect the trees.  If you live in a Condominium, please place your trees in your dumpster.  The disposal company may pull the trees from the waste stream for yard waste.

Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Applications Posted

It’s that time of year again to let all of Broward County's youth know when the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) application will be posted online.  

The application for summer positions will be available on the website at http://syep.wf1broward.com starting January 13, 2014 and will be closing on January 24, 2014.

Every year the Youth look forward to this program as it helps them gain important employability skills and keeps them active during the summer by acquiring valuable work experience; and every year the SYEP looks forward in providing them this unique opportunity. If you know of any businesses (nonprofit or government) that may be interested in providing a work experience please forward them my contact information provided below.

If you have, any questions please feel free to contact the SYEP at (954) 202-3830 ext. 3023 or 3021.

Notes from Lauderhill Regular Commission Meeting of December 9

On December 9 the Commission met and the following are notes of interest (all items passed unanimously unless otherwise indicated):

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS - FIRST READING

ORDINANCE NO: 13O-12-159:   AMENDING HE CODE OF ORDINANCES,  CREATING SECTION 14-100.1, RIGHT-OF-WAY SOLICITORS, PEDDLERS AND CANVASSERS; PROHIBITING SOLICITATION WITHIN SPECIFICALLY DESIGNATED ROADWAYS AND INTERSECTIONS IN THE INTEREST OF HEALTH AND SAFETY (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).

RESOLUTIONS

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-11-233:   AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF THE TITLE VI COMPLIANCE PLAN AND PROCEDURES SPECIFIC TO FEDERALLY FUNDED PROJECTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE JOB ACCESS REVERSE COMMUTE (JARC) GRANT REQUIREMENTS.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-12-249:   DECLARING THE INTENT TO USE THE UNIFORM METHOD FOR COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE DESIGNATED LOCAL GOVERNMENT SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AREA  FOR THE FEES ASSOCIATED WITH THE WEST INVERRARY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR ANNUAL BILLING FOR SUCH FEES; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY TO COVER THE ACTUAL COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-12-252:  APPROVING THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND THE CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS REGARDING THE UNITOWN 2014 PROGRAM.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-12-253:  APPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND GLAD HEALTH & FITNESS, INC. TO PROVIDE SENIOR GROUP FITNESS CLASSES, SENIOR WELLNESS WORKSHOPS AND SUPPORT GROUPS AT VETERAN’S PARK.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-12-254:   APPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND F.A.D.E.D., INC. TO PROVIDE PERSONAL AND GROUP FITNESS TRAINING CLASSES AT ST. GEORGE, WEST KEN LARK, SADKIN COMMUNITY CENTER, AND THE SPORTS PARK.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-12-255:  APPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND MENTORING VALUABLE PROTEGES, INC. TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE BASKETBALL SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS, FIELD TRIPS AND SPECIAL EVENTS AT VARIOUS PARKS WITHIN THE CITY.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-12-259:  APPROVING THE DONATION OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,500.00 FROM THE STATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND (LETF) TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL MLK TASKFORCE 2014; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET  CODE NUMBER 120-683-9935.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-12-260:  APPROVING THE RANKING OF FIRMS AS RECOMMENDED BY THE RANKING COMMITTEE FOR RFT #2013-026 FOR THE DESIGN BUILD SERVICES OF FIRE STATION 110 LOCATED AT 3120 NORTHWEST 12TH PLACE; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE A CONTRACT WITH THE SELECTED FIRM(S) (West Construction rated #1); PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $3,000,000.00 FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 305-351-6207.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-12-264:   APPROVING THE AWARD OF BID TO BEJAR CONSTRUCTION, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $96,786.88 FOR RENOVATIONS TO THE SEATING AREA AND LANDSCAPING OF ILENE LIEBERMAN PARK BASED UPON THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SELECTION COMMITTEE IN RESPONSE TO RFP #2013-032 FOR SAID SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 305-351-06542.

Free Get Your Business On-Line (GYBO.com) Workshop

On January 16 and February 20, from 9:30 to 11:30 am, the City of Lauderhill and The Small Business Development Center will be conducting free workshops on how to Get Your Business On-Line (GYBO.com).   The program will be held at Lauderhill City Hall, and is designed for those that presently have no web site.  Please bring your laptop with you.

This interactive workshop will take the participants through the process and by the end of the Workshop their web site could be active.  The GYBO.com program provides free services for the first year, and a small monthly fee thereafter.

Attendance preference will be given to Lauderhill Businesses and Residents.  Each workshop is limited to 30 people and it is encouraged to call to sign up at mayorsaide@lauderhill-fl.gov or call 954-777-2042.

More information can be found at,  http://www.lauderhill-fl.gov/gybo.pdf and http://www.lauderhill-fl.gov/GYBO/GYBO.html.

14th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr.

featuring Lee Daniels of “Lee Daniels of the Butler” as Guest Speaker

Hosted by Commissioner M. Margaret Bates

Spelling Bee Preliminary -Saturday Jan. 11 is at the Sadkin Center @ 11:00 am

Spelling Bee Championship Round – Jan. 15 Spelling Bee is at City Hall @ 7:15 pm

Brain Bowl – Jan. 16 at the Sadkin Center @ 6:00 pm.

Reception with Guest Speaker - January 18, 2014, 7 PM

Screen Post Productions 

Ticket purchase required - $60.
Tickets available at City Hall, www.lauderhill-fl.gov or call 954-730-3000

PROJECTS NOW POSTED ON POWER2GIVE.ORG FOR NEW DONOR MATCH

2:1 Community Foundation of Broward matching grant targets new donors, expanded audience to support new cultural and arts projects

New donors who give to any of the arts and cultural projects posted at power2give.org/broward will see that donation triple thanks to a $100,000 matching grant from the Community Foundation of Broward to support artistic projects by non-profit organizations in Broward County.

Facilitated by Business for the Arts Broward, the initiative is designed to attract and encourage new donors. Through December 15, any donations made by new donors to the projects will be matched 2:1 up to $10,000 by the Community Foundation of Broward. That means a $25 donation will result in $75 for the project. For more information contact Lois Marino, program coordinator, Business for the Arts of Broward at 954-940-6373 or lmarino@bfabroward.org.

Own the Overpath -- YMCA of Broward County

http://www.power2give.org/broward/Project/Detail?projectId=2530

The YMCA of Broward County strengthens the foundations of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

The Florida Turnpike Overpass in the City of Lauderhill has become an imposing and divisive obstacle for its surround­ing communities. Own the Overpath engages Lauderhill students, parents, and residents to increase the safety of the Overpath. This dangerous crosswalk connects students who live to the west of the Turnpike in Central Lauderhill to their school and YMCA in East Lauderhill.

Youth and com­munity members who use this pedestrian bridge daily are exposed to a dark, littered, dangerous crossing where many report being the victim of assaults and intimidation.

Own the Overpath is seeking additional funding to transform the chain link fences and the surrounding sidewalks with colorful textures that are derived from various workshops conducted with members of the Lauderhill community.

Own the Overpath is a powerful and unique opportunity for highly visible community artwork to visually demonstrate how art changes public perception and results in positive community action. Donations will provide additional support for art supplies for improvements around shade structures, side walk improvements, and improvements to the fence.

2.  Circle of Friends & Stars – Cultural Masks

http://www.power2give.org/broward/Project/Detail?projectId=2465

From November to December the Circle of Friends & Stars will be presenting workshops creating Cultural Masks which will provide 45 adults with Autism, Down Syndrome & those with developmental disabilities, ages 18+ with the opportunity to design, create and showcase their creative skills.

The project gives these otherwise neglected special needs adults a chance to express themselves in positive, creative ways that reinforce confidence and artistic abilities.

The Circle of Friends & Stars is seeking funds to enhance this project by purchasing specialty materials; clay, tools, special glazes, canvas and adornments along with art instructors related to this project. Each participating special needs adult will be able to showcase their ABILITY and learn to prepare their individual items for public exhibits.

Approximately 45 special needs adults and new donors who wish to join in the project are invited to participate in the Workshops.

3.  Oscar Thomas Foundation – Senior Masterpiece Program

http://www.power2give.org/broward/Project/Detail?projectId=2589

The Oscar Thomas Foundation is committed to promoting a healthy senior citizen community. This includes ensuring that senior residents have creative outlets to help them work through depression, loneliness and other disorders. To address this concern, we established a Senior Masterpiece Program that encourages seniors to create and become their own masterpiece.

Since 2004, hundreds of senior citizens have participated in this sought after program, held at the Herbert Sadkin Community Center in Lauderhill. In addition to teaching the arts, The Foundation sponsors the costs of art supplies, materials, transportation and admission to museums, exhibits, plays, and other art related field trips.

The Foundation is seeking your support with a senior citizen therapeutic arts initiative that focuses on the visual side of the brain that normally expresses unconscious feelings through images instead of words. This program uses multidisciplinary art to encourage lifelong learning.

Beginning January – May 2014, at the Sadkin Center, the Foundation will offer program enrollment to Broward County senior citizens. In a two-hour weekly class, participants will learn to use visual art, music, drama, creative writing, and other disciplines as empowerment.

The program promotes health, wellness, self discovery, emotional healing and lifelong learning activities by helping senior citizens:

· promote creative expression;

· tap into the imagination;

· examine the body, feelings, emotions, and thought process;

· explore dance, drama, music, visual arts, writing, poetry, and their effects;

· improve senior citizen confidence in their own creativity;

· give voice to what is felt within;

· gain knowledge of the therapeutic advantages of expression through the arts.

 4.  Mental Health Association of Broward County: Recovery Rocks

http://www.power2give.org/broward/Project/Detail?projectId=2595

Many years ago rocking chairs emerged as an aid for treatment of various ailments. Rocking regularly is shown to calm the spirit, soothe a stressed body, and refocus the mind more pleasantly.

9Muses’s Recovery Rocks program combines the holistic benefits of rocking chairs with the artistic beauty of the mental health community. This program will enable MHA to purchase 12 unfinished, high-grade rocking chairs to be personally painted by the artists and used in the Center to benefit our members.

For close to 20 years, we have focused on recovery through the arts and have provided free membership to more than 4,000 individuals with mental illness. Each of our members brings a unique talent and vision to the Art Center and this project. The artists work individually and collaboratively to promote healthy expression through creative opportunities. 9MusesArtCenter at the Mental Health Association office has also successfully created and provided public art at locations such as South Florida State Hospital, Broward Health, Florida Medical Center and Henderson Behavioral Health.9Muses serves as a social center and source of support, where members can shed the stigma of mental illness and collaborate on visual and performing arts. Classes are offered for an array of activities. Each of the artist’s work is available for sale at the Center and directly benefits the artist. Once 9Muses is equipped with the rockers to meet the needs of our members, we will begin working with other providers to spread the benefits of Recovery Rocks.

North Area Magnet Schools Showcase – December 9 Parents and Students Can Shop for a Magnet School Program

Parents and students who reside in the north area of Broward County are invited to explore their magnet school choices at the North Area Magnet Showcase on Monday, December 9, 2013, from 5 – 9 p.m. at Broward College, North Campus in the Omni Auditorium, located at 1000 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek.

In all, 23 elementary, middle and high magnet schools ranging in themes from science, pre-engineering and performing and visual arts, to technical and international baccalaureate, will showcase exhibits, student performances and interactive displays.

This event will provide a wealth of information about the many experiences and opportunities students receive in magnet programs. Parents and students residing north of Sunrise Boulevard will be able to speak with principals and magnet coordinators, and receive a personal overview of magnet schools.

Attendees will be able to apply online at the event. Applications may also be submitted online through February 12, 2014, by visiting the District’s website (browardschools.com) and clicking on the School Choice, Easy as 1, 2, 3 icon. Academic criteria are required for secondary programs only. For more information, call Lenecia McCrary at 754-322-3150.

Participating North Area Magnet Schools:

Inverrary Homeowners Association Annual Holiday Party

Saturday December 7^th, 2013, between the hours of 12.00 to 6.00pm.

At Jackie Gleason Park…..

Lauderhill’s City Commission and Historical Board Members will Host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Opening of the City’s Historical Museum

The City of Lauderhill, now 54 years old, was incorporated in 1959.  Lauderhill’s rich history is a source of pride for both former and current residents.

On, Thursday, December 5^th, 2013 at 4:00 PM, a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will take place to open the new Historical Museum located in Wally Elfers Park, and YOU ARE INVITED!!!

The Mayor and Commissioners appointed several leaders from the community to help gather artifacts and information to adorn the walls and display cases at the Historical Museum. The Museum is located in the exact location of the very first City Hall for the City of Lauderhill. The contents displayed in the Museum were donated by members of the public. The story boards are collections of newspaper articles along with Lauderhill’s legislative history that tell the fascinating stories of how Lauderhill became the All America City that it is today.

“Members of the Historical Commission are hoping to continuously collect artifacts from the public after The Museum opens its doors,” says Tom Harney, Chair of the Committee.  They expect to continue to add to the displays as well as rotate them when additional donations are made. Future phases of the museum include audio and video displays as well.

The Historical Museum will have meeting and recreation rooms that the Parks and Leisure Services Department will schedule.

If you plan on attending the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the opening of the Lauderhill Historical Museum, please call Katia at 954-730-3000 or email her at kpeter@lauderhill-fl.gov no later than December 2, 2013.

Wally Elfers Park is located at 1080 NW 47^th Avenue, in the City of Lauderhill.

Happy Thanksgiving by Mayor Richard J Kaplan

Thanksgiving is actually my favorite holiday of the year. It is one of the few holidays that anyone in America can celebrate. It is both nondenominational and nondiscriminatory. It is a joyous holiday to celebrate giving Thanks to what we have, and the promise of what we hope for. For those who are less fortunate, it is a time for helping and sharing.

Surrounding the Thanks itself are some of the most enjoyable traditions of any holiday. Turkey, with stuffing, cranberries, sweet potatoes/yams, pumpkin pie, special parades, a few extra days off and football, just to name a few. Bringing this all together with family and friends. What could possibly make anyone more happy?

So when you sit down this year to your Thanksgiving Feast, stop a moment and think of what is truly important, and enjoy the moment knowing that what you have IS what is truly important.

On behalf of the City of Lauderhill, my family and myself, we wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving, and go Lions (I'm from Detroit).

3rd Annual Y College Tour - March 21-28, 2014 - DESTINATION: NEW ORLEANS, LA

This year our educational journey in 2014 will feature visits to: University of Florida, Florida State, FAMU, Tuskegee, Louisiana State (LSU), Xavier, Dillard, University of South Florida along with several historic visits to Montgomery and Birmingham, AL.

 

Goals:  Motivate Students to Pursue Post-Secondary Education

Assist students with planning and decision making related to their educational future

Introduce students to various types of college campuses (size, academic focus, campus life) to expand their knowledge of college admissions procedures

 

Explore different cultural and historical sites (ie…Civil Rights Museums, New Orleans, etc)

 

Who should attend?

Students grades 8-11 who have a desire to attend and complete college

What to expect?

Opportunities to explore ten collegiate campuses throughout 3 states

Admissions presentations provided by collegiate staff and professional tour guides

Exploration of various cities and cultural visits to local attractions

Opportunities to connect with collegiate staff

Building new, positive peer friendships

YMCA College Tour Family and Student Requirements

 Event date: March 21-28, 2014

 Attend 3 mandatory Parent/Guardian and student meetings. All meetings will be held on a Tuesday evening at the Lauderhill Community YMCA.

 Parent/Guardian and Student Orientation – January 14, 2014 – 6:00pm
 Parent/Guardian and Student Meeting – February 18, 2014 - 6:00pm

 Parent/Guardian and Student Final Meeting – March TBD – 1hr

 Cost:


$250 Members: (must be current in membership dues and/or regularly attend the YMCA After-School Program).

 $400 Non-members

 This includes charter bus transportation, hotel stay, t-shirt, bag, tour, journal and amusement park entry.

 Meals-students are responsible to pay for all lunch and dinners for the duration of the trip. (suggested meal cost: $20/day = $160)

 Payment Schedule:  $50 non-refundable Fee due on November 29th; Second Payment December 20th; Third Payment January 17th and Final Payment February 14th.

For more details please contact, Keith Coleman ,754 322 3608.

Vendor Open House

On Wednesday, November 20th, from 8 am to Noon, at Lauderhill City Hall, the City will be holding an Open House for potential new Vendors interested in doing business with the City.

City Hall is located at 5581 W. Oakland Park Blvd.  Please RSVP by November 13 to Kentrea at kwhite@lauderhill-fl.gov.

Lauderhill and The Small Business Development Center Hosts Free GYBO Workshops

On Thursdays, December 5, January 16 and February 20, the City of Lauderhill and The Small Business Development Center will be conducting free workshops on how to Get Your Business On-Line (GYBO). 

This interactive workshop will take the participants through the process and by the end of the Workshop their web site can be active.  The GYBO program provides free services for the first year, and a small monthly fee thereafter.

Attendance preference will be given to Lauderhill Businesses and Residents.  Each workshop is limited to 30 people and it is encouraged to call to sign up at mayorsaide@lauderhill-fl.gov. 

Notes of the Regular Commission Meeting of October 28, 2013

On October 28, the City Commission met at its Regular Meeting, and the following are some of the items of interest (all items below passed unanimously unless otherwise indicated): 

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS - FIRST READING 

ORDINANCE NO: 13O-10-152: AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, REGULAR MEETINGS, MODIFYING THE TIME FOR REGULAR COMMISSION MEETINGS AND PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC.

ORDINANCE NO. 13O-10-154: AMENDING THE ORDINANCES CHAPTER 10, GARBAGE AND TRASH/UNSANITARY AND UNSIGHTLY CONDITIONS/ABANDONED REAL PROPERTY, FEES TO AMEND THE RECYCLING RATES BASED UPON THE CONTRACT WITH WASTE PRO TO REFLECT THE RATES CURRENTILY IN EFFECT AS OF OCTOBER 1, 2013.

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS - SECOND READING

ORDINANCE NO. 13O-09-151:   AMENDING  CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, CREATING ARTICLE VIII, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS, DIVISION 7, WEST INVERRARY SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; ESTABLISHMENT OF SPECIFIC NAMED DISTRICT, DEFINING DISTRICT BOUNDARIES; PROVIDING ELIGIBILITY TO REQUEST GRANTS, TO LEVY AD VALOREM TAXES ON REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY OF UP TO 2 MILLS ANNUALLY, AND AUTHORITY TO COLLECT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS TO SUPPORT PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDING COMMUNITY POLICING INNOVATIONS PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTES, SECTION 197.3635 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $500.00 FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL PARCEL OF LAND PER YEAR; DESIGNATING BOARD OF DIRECTORS; ESTABLISHING ADVISORY COUNCIL; PROVIDING DISTRICT POWERS.

RESOLUTIONS

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-10-217:   AWARDING THE BID TO WASTE PRO TO PROVIDE RESIDENTIAL RECYCLING COLLECTION SERVICES WHICH INCLUDES AN INCENTIVE REWARDS PROGRAM WITHIN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL; PROVIDING RATES; PROVIDING FOR THE USE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF RECYCLING CARTS.  Note:  It is expected that residential properties will be notified in January/February as to whether they wish to continue with the 18 gallon recycling bin or obtain a new 65 gallon recycling bin.  Projected start up of the new program is presently March, 2014 (subject to modification).  Each bin will be tagged to the particular home and the homeowner will receive points toward gifts cards and other awards depending upon the amount of recycling they provide.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-10-219:   APPROVING THE CANCELLATION AND RESCHEDULE DATES CALENDAR PRESENTED BY CITY STAFF FOR THE 2014 FISCAL YEAR; ENABLING STAFF TO PROVIDE ADVANCED NOTICE AND PUBLICATION TO THE PUBLIC OF SUCH DATES.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-10-229: A RESOLUTION APPOINTING BRUCE J. “BUZZY” TABATCHNICK BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN AS A MEMBER OF THE LAUDERHILL HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-10-220:   ACCEPTING THE CHANGE ORDER FROM EVERGLADES CONTRACTING, LLC FOR CHANGES TO PROJECT 2013-017 CANAL 29 @ 50TH STREET, CULVERT REPLACEMENT, TO USE STEEL SHEET PILE HEADWALLS INSTEAD OF CONCRETE, TO SUPPLY AND INSTALL 80 FEET OF WATER MAIN, AND TO SUPPLY AND INSTALL 80 FEET OF SEWER MAIN INCLUDING ALL FITTINGS; APPROVING THE CHANGE ORDER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $162,686.03. RESOLUTION NO. 13R-10-225: A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING;   APPROVING THE AWARD OF CONTRACT TO 2ND CHANCE HOLDINGS, INC. D/B/A BUDGET CAR RENTAL FOR UNDERCOVER VEHICLE RENTAL SERVICES BY THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL STRATEGIC ENFORCEMENT TEAM BASED UPON THE BIDS SOLICITED BY THE CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS (13-C-103 RFP); PROVIDING FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $43,000.00 FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 001-511-4430.

QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-10-224:   GRANTING TO AVE MARIE FRIENDS PREPARATORY SCHOOL, LLC A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER, WITH CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW IN THE COMMERCIAL OFFICE (CO) ZONING DISTRICT A DAYTIME CHILD CARE USE AT 5801 NW 19 STREET.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-10-226:   GRANTING TO CAMP OCEAN HARBOR DISCOVERIES, INC. A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER, WITH CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW IN THE COMMERCIAL OFFICE (CO) ZONING DISTRICT A DAYTIME AFTER-SCHOOL CHILD CARE USE AND A SUMMER CAMP AT 5801 NW 19 STREET.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-10-227:   GRANTING TO PALSHUA REALTY, INC A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER, WITH CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (GC) ZONING DISTRICT THE CONVEYANCE OF AN EXISTING AUTOMOTIVE CENTER KNOWN AS AUTO HARBOR LOCATED AT 6480 – 6520 WEST COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-10-228:   GRANTING TO UNIVERSITY PALMS, LLC A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER, WITH CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (GC) ZONING DISTRICT THE CONVEYANCE OF AN EXISTING AUTOMOTIVE CENTER KNOWN AS 4907 NORTH UNIVERSITY DRIVE.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-214:   GRANTING TO GREEN LIGHT CAR WASH, INC. A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT THE CONVEYANCE OF AN EXISTING CAR WASH  DESCRIBED AS 1890 N.W. 40 AVENUE.

WEATHER MESSAGE FROM THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN MIAMI

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MIAMI FL

315 PM EST MON NOV 4 2013

FLZ168-172-173-050415-

/O.NEW.KMFL.WI.Y.0002.131105T0000Z-131105T1800Z/

COASTAL PALM BEACH-COASTAL BROWARD-COASTAL MIAMI DADE- INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...JUPITER...WEST PALM BEACH...

BOCA RATON...POMPANO BEACH...FORT LAUDERDALE

315 PM EST MON NOV 4 2013

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST TUESDAY...

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN MIAMI HAS ISSUED A WIND ADVISORY...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST TUESDAY.

* TIMING...WINDY CONDITIONS ARE EXPECTED THIS EVENING THROUGH

  EARLY TUESDAY AFTERNOON.

* WINDS...AN EAST WIND IS EXPECTED TO INCREASE THIS EVENING TO 25

  TO 30 MPH WITH GUSTS TO NEAR 40 MPH.

* IMPACTS...A WIND ADVISORY MEANS THAT SUSTAINED WINDS OF AT LEAST

  30 MPH WITH GUSTS TO NEAR 40 MPH ARE EXPECTED. WINDS THIS STRONG

  CAN MAKE DRIVING DIFFICULT...ESPECIALLY FOR HIGH PROFILE

  VEHICLES. USE EXTRA CAUTION. MAKE SURE TO SECURE LOOSE OBJECTS

  AS THEY CAN BE BLOWN AROUND BY WINDS THIS STRONG.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A WIND ADVISORY MEANS THAT SUSTAINED WINDS OF AT LEAST 30 MPH WITH GUSTS TO NEAR 40 MPH ARE EXPECTED. WINDS THIS STRONG CAN MAKE DRIVING DIFFICULT...ESPECIALLY FOR HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES.

USE EXTRA CAUTION. MAKE SURE TO SECURE LOOSE OBJECTS AS THEY CAN BE BLOWN AROUND BY WINDS THIS STRONG.

City Received Additional Funding for 2 School Resource Officers for Elementary Schools

The City of Lauderhill received notice that the School Board of Broward County will be funding the cost of two School Resource Officers (SRO) to be place in two Lauderhill Elementary Schools.  The schools have not been selected, but there are 6 such schools in the city.

Green Series – “Local Benefits of a Community Garden”

Hosted by Vice Mayor Ken Thurston

Thursday, November 7 (6 pm – 7:30 pm)

City Hall Multi Purpose Rooms

Veterans Day Program

Hosted by Commissioner M. Margaret Bates

Thursday, November 7 (4 pm)

Veterans Park 

Successful County Toilet Rebate Program Begins its Third Consecutive Year

Over the past two years, the Broward Water Partnership, a collaboration of local governments, has provided more than $344,000 in rebates for replacing more than 3,700 outdated, water- guzzling toilets. Now, beginning its third year, many Broward County residents will once again have the opportunity to save money by replacing their old inefficient toilets with new high-efficiency models.

If your home was built prior to 1994, your toilet may be the original, making you eligible to participate and receive up to $100 in rebates per toilet for the purchase and installation of up to two new water-saving models. The goal is to replace toilets that use more than 1.6 gallons of water per flush with a new, WaterSense® certified, high-efficiency model that uses 1.28 gallons per flush or less.

Broward County and 18 cities and water utilities, including Lauderhill, have partnered to help residents obtain rebates and conserve water when they purchase a new, high-efficiency toilet. The Broward Water Partnership is offering rebates to qualified homeowners through its Conservation Pay$ program.

Some residents will also be eligible to receive free low-flow faucet aerators and showerheads. The older the original fixture, the greater the potential water savings, as much as 70 – 90 percent, depending on the device.

The thousands of residents who have replaced their old toilets and installed other water saving devices have helped our community save more than 165 million gallons of water annually over the life of the program!

Commercial and multifamily properties, along with nonprofit organizations, are also eligible, with the total number of allowable rebates determined on a case-by-case basis. High efficiency prerinse spray valves are available for commercial kitchens. Each replacement can save up to 400,000 gallons per year, the equivalent of 27 residential swimming pools. All participants must be pre-approved and other restrictions apply.

To see if your community is participating, visit ConservationPay$.com or call 1-800-270-9794 for more information.

Green Series – “Fertilizers: Organic or Chemical?”

Hosted by Vice Mayor Ken Thurston

Thursday, October 24 (6 pm – 7:30 pm)

City Hall Multi Purpose Rooms

Two Lauderhill Elementary Schools Get Funding for Magnet Programs

The School Board of Broward County has received a $11.9 million federal grant to create and expand on magnet programs.  Two of the programs under this grant will be at Royal Palm Elementary and Broward Estates Elementary.

Royal Palm Elementary will use these funds to create a new STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) program, and Broward Estates Elementary will add Engineering studies to its existing program.  

Both of these schools feed into Lauderhill 6-12 Lab which is a STEM magnet which is a requirement to get the grant.

Since the schools are underenrolled, other students outside the boundary lines of these schools can apply in December.  However, those within the boundary lines will automatically be eligible to attend. 

Greater Fort Lauderdale National College Fair – October 23

Students can register online at Browardschools.com/collegefair

        College-bound students and their families will be able to meet representatives from over 200 colleges and universities from around the country at the Greater Fort Lauderdale National College Fair, which takes place at the Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center on Wednesday, October 23, 2013, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 5 – 8:30 p.m.  Sponsored by the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) and hosted by the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC) and Broward County Public Schools, the college fair. The Convention Center requires visitors to the College Fair to present ID. Parking fee is $5.

        As the process of applying to and selecting a college becomes more and more competitive and complex, students and parents need all the help and information they can get. Attending a college fair is the best way to gather information about colleges and universities. The National College Fair program provides valuable resources for students and parents attempting to navigate the college-admission process.

        The college fair allows students and parents to meet one-on-one with admission representatives from a wide range of national and international, public and private, two-year and four-year colleges and universities. Participants will learn about admission requirements, financial aid, course offerings, and campus environment, as well as other information pertinent to the college-selection process. At the fair’s counseling center, students and parents can discuss their individual needs with college experts. Students with special needs will be able to learn about programs and services at colleges and universities for students with disabilities.

        Evening workshops will cover such topics as Financial Aid and the Bright Future Scholarship Program, Highly Competitive Colleges, Hot Jobs and Majors in the 21st Century and Preparing Your NCAA Athlete. Translators will also be available.

“The resources and opportunities that the National College Fair provides for students and their families are invaluable,” said Greg Ferguson, NACAC Director of National College Fairs Programs and Services.

        

        For registration, information and a schedule of evening information workshops, visit (browardschools.com/collegefair). Students are encouraged to register prior to attending the event. By pre-registering, students can print a barcode or use a QR code if they have a smart phone. With this code, students will be able to place themselves on the mailing lists for specific schools. They will also be able to inform these schools of their personal interests and intended majors.

        If you have questions about the Greater Fort Lauderdale National College Fair, contact College Fair Chair Ralph Aiello at 754-321-2119.

City of Lauderhill Commission and Broward County Commission Meet to Discuss Resolving Dispute over Annexation

On October 3, at the Central Regional Park, both Commissions of the City of Lauderhill and Broward County, met to discuss the possibility of how to resolve an ongoing dispute concerning the Annexation of St. George, Swap Shop and West Ken Lark in 2005.

At the time of Annexation, Agreements and other discussions had taken place to provide for the transfer of county assets to the City of Lauderhill.  A dispute developed as to the transfer of the water and sewer system.  To date, though the residents in these areas are in Lauderhill, their water and sewer is controlled by Broward County.  

The City of Lauderhill authorized the implementation of legal action to settle these disputes.  Under Chapter 164, before proceeding in Court, Florida Law requires the Staffs meeting to discuss settlement, followed by the Elected Bodies of each government to meet to discuss settlement.  If no agreement is met, then the parties must enter in Mediation.  Following Mediation, if no settlement is obtain, then Lauderhill may then proceed in Court.

On October 3 the two Commissions met and several proposals were given by both sides, but neither side could agree to a settlement.  It was decided that the respective Staff's would continue to discuss resolution for an additional 60 days (ending approximately December 3).  If still unsuccessful, then it is declared no agreement could be obtain and they would continue onto Mediation.

Ultimately the City Commission has already advised that they will proceed to litigation if the settlement discussions do not result in a agreeable solution.

BROWARD COUNTY TRANSIT BUS OPERATOR OPENINGS

Broward County Transit is currently seeking qualified applicants for bus operator positions. Required and
preferred skills along with employment benefits are:

BENEFITS
• Paid Training
• Annual Vacation and Sick Leave
• Medical Coverage and Retirement

SALARY
• $14.41 - $23.54 hourly
• $29,972.80 - $48,963.20 annually
(excluding overtime)

REQUIREMENTS
• Must enjoy working with people
• High School Diploma, GED, or previous transit operator experience
• Minimum 3 years driving experience
• Meet Driving Record Criteria and able to perform essential functions
• Willingness to work varied work schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must successfully complete job related tests and relevant training
• Knowledge of Florida and local motor vehicle regulations
• Good communication skills
• Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity
• CDL class “B” with airbrake and “P” endorsement or Learner Permit
• Able to pass drug and alcohol test and criminal background check

HOW TO APPLY:
• Apply online at the County’s web site www.Broward.org/Careers
• Select “Job Titles” category
• Enter “bus operator” in the job title box (be sure to include quotes) and click “Search”
• Click on “Bus Operator”
• Job details will appear
• Click on “Apply” at the bottom of page
• Click “Register” to create a user name and password
• Follow application instructions and “Submit”

You may also visit the Broward County testing center at the Governmental Center located at:
115 S. Andrews Avenue, Room 509, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Libraries Host Free Affordable Care Act Information Sessions

Public invited to how-to workshops on health-care program basics and enrollment. 

Need information on your healthcare insurance options for 2014? Broward County Libraries will host a series of free Affordable Care Act workshops, presented by the League of Women voters and AARP.

The workshops will run from October 2 through November 16 at Broward County Library locations throughout the county. Each includes a PowerPoint presentation, informational hand-outs and a Q&A session. All workshops are free and open to the public.

Affordable Care Act 101 – Workshop Dates and Locations In the Lauderhill Area:
October 5 -11 a.m. to 12 noon, Lauderhill Towne Centre Library, 6399 W. Oakland Park Blvd.,Lauderhill, FL 33313, 954-357-6406
October 9 - 6 to 7 p.m., African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311, 954-357-6282
October 17 -11 a.m. to 12 noon, Lauderdale Lakes Library, 3580 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderdale Lakes, 33311, 954-357-8650
October 24 - 11 a.m. to 12 noon, Lauderhill Mall Library, 4257 N.W. 12 St., Lauderhill, FL 33313, 954-357-7833
October 28 -11 a.m. to 12 noon, Tamarac Library, 8701 W. Commercial Blvd., Tamarac, FL 33351, 954-765-1500

Stakeholders Meetings at Broward Estates Elementary and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Elementary

In preparation for the submission of State Options plans for Priority Schools, there will be several community meetings in conjunction with the school's SAC meeting.  District personnel will be involved with presenting information regarding the option plans that the school will choose for the 2014/15 school year.  

Schools have been asked to vigorously reach out to their stakeholders for their involvement and presence at these meetings.   The schools, dates, and time are listed below:

Broward Estates Elementary - 6:00pm - October 3 (Thursday)

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary - 6:00pm - October 21 (Monday)

Lauderhill Lowers Property Tax Rate

For the 2013-2014 tax year, the City of Lauderhill has lowered its property tax rate from $7.4198   to $7.3698.  The Fire Rescue Fee stayed the same at $388.00 for residential property, 100% funds the cost of this service.  Also, the Voter Approved GO Bond assessment remained at $1.2804.

Lauderhill Has A Very Successful Community Shuttle Bus Program

Statistics have been released showing the success of the Lauderhill Community Shuttle Bus Program.  Every route far exceeds the minimum 7.1 passengers/revenue hour.  As an example, the following are typical numbers from August:

Route 1 - East Side clockwise:  24.5 passengers/revenue hour
Route 2 - Central:  31.6 passengers/revenue hour
Route 3 - Inverrary:  30.7 passengers/revenue hour
Route 4 - West Side:  24.9 passengers/revenue hour
Route 5 - East Side counter-clockwise:  27 passengers/revenue hour
Route 6 - West Ken Lark:  21.1 passengers/revenue hour
Route 7 - St. George/Broward Estate:  18.9 passengers/revenue hour

Lauderhill Mayor Wins USGBC Most Outstanding Green Elected Official for 2013

On September 21 at the US Green Building Councils Gala Verde Awards Dinner, Lauderhill Mayor Richard J Kaplan won the prestigious Most Outstanding Green Elected Official for 2013.  It is the first time a city official has won the award.

The 17 awards in a variety of areas are given to recognize and honor those outstanding projects, inspiration businesses, dedicated individuals, and instrumental Chapter members who are LEEDing the way to a more sustainable built environment in our South Florida community.

Notes of the Commission Meetings of September 12

On September 12, the City Commission met in a variety of meetings.  Before the Regular Commission Meeting, which was rescheduled to the 12th, numerous meetings were held relating to assessments for Safe Neighborhood District, Fire Rescue Fee, Nuisance Abatement, Stormwater, Garbage, and CRA.  The following are notes of interest from the Regular Commission Meeting (all items passed unanimously unless otherwise indicated):

PUBLIC HEARINGS----FIRST READING:

ORDINANCE NO. 13O-09-138:  SETTING AND ADOPTING THE 2013-2014 PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AT THE OPERATING MILLAGE RATE OF 7.3698 PER ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000); SETTING AND ADOPTING THE 2013-2014 VOTED DEBT SERVICE MILLAGE AT A RATE OF 1.2804 PER ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000).

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-171:  APPROVING THE TENTATIVE PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR THE WINDERMERE/TREE GARDENS SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AT THE PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE OF 2.0 MILLS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2013 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2014; ADOPTING THE PROPOSED NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $500.00 PER PARCEL OF LAND PER YEAR.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-173:   APPROVING THE TENTATIVE PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR THE ISLES OF INVERRARY SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AT THE PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE OF 2.0 MILLS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2013 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2014; ADOPTING THE PROPOSED NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $500.00 PER PARCEL OF LAND PER YEAR.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-175:   APPROVING THE TENTATIVE PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR THE MANORS OF INVERRARY SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AT THE PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE OF 2.0 MILLS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2013 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2014; ADOPTING THE PROPOSED NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $500.00 PER PARCEL OF LAND PER YEAR.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-177:  APPROVING THE TENTATIVE PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR THE HABITAT SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AT THE PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE OF 2.0 MILLS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2013 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2014; ADOPTING THE PROPOSED NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $250.00 PER PARCEL OF LAND PER YEAR.

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS - FIRST READING:

ORDINANCE NO: 13O-08-129:   AMENDING SECTION 2-159, TO AMEND THE ORDER OF BUSINESS ACCORDINGLY (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN).

ORDINANCE NO: 13O-08-130:   AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, SECTION 2-163, DEBATE AND DECORUM, PROVIDING TIME LIMITS ON GENERAL PRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING SECTION REGARDING OPPORTUNITY TO BE HEARD  (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER HOWARD BERGER).

ORDINANCE NO. 13O-08-136:   SECTION 2-2.5 BOARDS AND COMMITTEES - COMPOSITION AND APPOINTMENTS GENERALLY;  CREATING SUBSECTION (I), PUBLIC COMMENT PORTION OF MEETINGS; CREATING SUBSECTION (J), DESIGNATION OF CHAIRMAN, VICE-CHAIRMAN, AND ACTING CHAIRS  (REQUESTED BY MAYOR RICHARD J. KAPLAN.).

ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS - SECOND READING:

ORDINANCE NO. 13O-08-135:  AMENDING SECTION 21-47, SCHEDULE OF RATES AND CHARGES, TO APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE WATER AND SEWER AVAILABILITY RATES BASED UPON THE JUNE 2013 CONSUMER PRICE INDEX FOR INFLATION.

ORDINANCE NO. 13O-08-137:  GARBAGE, REFUSE AND TRASH; APPROVING THE AMENDMENT TO THE SCHEDULE OF RATES, FEES AND CHARGES PURSUANT TO THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS WITH REPUBLIC SERVICES OF FLORIDA, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP D/B/A ALL SERVICE REFUSE.

RESOLUTIONS:

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-180:   SUPPORTING EFFORTS TO REDUCE GUN VIOLENCE AND ILLEGAL FIREARMS TRAFFICKING THROUGH MORE RESPONSIBLE GUN SALES AND MARKETING PRACTICES, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO COORDINATE WITH THE POLICE CHIEF TO PARTNER WITH OTHER MUNICIPALITIES TO CREATE A COALITION IN SUPPORT OF THIS INITIATIVE AND TO WORK WITH GUN AND AMMUNITION SUPPLIERS TO ENCOURAGE THE CONSIDERATION OF SALES AND MARKETING SAFEGUARDS, AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO SEND A CERTIFIED COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION TO ALL SOUTH FLORIDA MUNICIPALITIES, THE FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES, INC., ALL MEMBERS OF FLORIDA’S CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION, AND TO THE OBAMA ADMINISTRATION (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER M. MARGARET BATES).

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-181:   APPROVING THE DONATIONS OF FUNDS IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $8,780.00 AS RECOMMENDED BY THE EDUCATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD TO THE LIST OF DESIGNATED ENTITIES; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM BUDGET CODE NUMBER 001-101-8126.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-182:  APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL’S 5-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR FISCAL YEARS 2014 THROUGH 2018, WHICH MAY BE UPDATED PERIODICALLY.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-186:  APPROVING THE BUDGET ADJUSTMENT TO TRANSFER FUNDS WITHIN THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY TO COVER FUTURE EXPENDITURES FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-187:   APPROVING THE REQUEST FROM THE LAUDERHILL HOUSING AUTHORITY TO WAIVE BUILDING AND ENGINEERING PERMIT FEES FOR THE FIFTEEN SINGLE FAMILY HOMES TO BE CONSTRUCTED IN CENTRAL LAUDERHILL.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-191:   EXERCISING THE LAST OPTION TO EXTEND THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT BETWEEN LIMOUSINES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC. AND THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL FOR SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE FOR A ONE (1) YEAR TERM WITH THE PRICING FOR ROUTES 1 THROUGH 5 AT $34.25/PER HOUR AND ROUTES 6 AND 7 AT $55.00/PER HOUR EFFECTIVE AUGUST 11, 2013 THROUGH AUGUST 10, 2014.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-192:  APPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND T'ESSENCE/TERRY STONOM DANCE ACADEMY, INC. TO PROVIDE DANCE CLASSES AT THE SPORTS PARK AND VETERAN'S PARK.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-193:  APPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND AMERICAN ARTS, INC. TO PROVIDE TAE KWON DO CLASSES AT VETERAN'S PARK.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-194:  APPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND NATIONAL SPORT JUDO AND NATIONAL JUDO TRAINING CENTER, INC. TO PROVIDE JUDO AND KENDO CLASSES AT VETERAN'S PARK.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-195:  APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE PIGGYBACK PURCHASE OF MARKED POLICE VEHICLES INCLUDING TEN (10) V-6 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR SEDANS AND FOUR (4) V-6 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR SUVS AT A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED $373,140.00 FROM DUVAL FORD BASED UPON BIDS SOLICITED BY THE FLORIDA SHERIFF’S ASSOCIATION.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-196:   APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE PIGGYBACK PURCHASE OF FIVE (5) 2014 FORD FUSION-S SEDANS UNMARKED POLICE VEHICLES AT A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED $92,285.00 FROM DON REID FORD BASED UPON BIDS SOLICITED BY THE FLORIDA SHERIFF’S ASSOCIATION.

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-197:   APPROVING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING; APPROVING THE PIGGYBACK PURCHASE OF EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT TO OUTFIT MARKED POLICE VEHICLES INCLUDING TEN (10) V-6 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR SEDANS AND FOUR (4) V-6 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR SUVS AT A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED $64,293.00 FROM AMERICAN INTERCEPTORS BASED UPON BIDS SOLICITED BY THE FLORIDA SHERIFF’S ASSOCIATION.

QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS, FIRST READING:

RESOLUTION NO. 13R-09-198:  GRANTING TO TOBOLSKI, LLC A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE DEVELOPMENT ORDER, WITH CONDITIONS, TO ALLOW IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT A RESTAURANT BAR WITH INDOOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT 1451 NW 31ST AVENUE.

Broward County Transit to Hold Community Meetings on Proposed Changes to Routes 18 and 441 Breeze

Broward County Transit (BCT) has scheduled community meetings to provide the public with information on the proposed service changes to Route 18 and 441 Breeze, in advance of a public hearing to be scheduled by the Broward County Commission for October 2013.

The community meetings will allow bus passengers to review and comment on the proposed service changes which would be effective in early-January 2014, as follows:

• Tuesday, September 17, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Central Broward Regional Park, Field House
3700 Northwest 11 Place, Lauderhill
(Northeast corner of 441 and Sunrise Boulevard)
Bus Routes 18, 36, 40, 81, walk from Lauderhill Transfer Facility

Customers will have new options for travel along State Road 7/441 with these proposed service changes. This includes more weekend service, extended early morning/late night service, and extended limited-stop service. These service changes will provide more consistent timing between buses, improve service reliability, and address overcrowding conditions. 

Following is a brief description of the proposed changes for routes 18 and 441 Breeze:

Route 18 – The current route will be modified to provide local bus service along State Road 7/441 between Lauderhill Mall and the Golden Glades Park and Ride in Miami Gardens. Customers travelling northbound from Golden Glades Park and Ride to Lauderhill Mall would not be affected during the week. On the weekends, these customers would have more frequent service. Customers travelling to Sandalfoot Cove Boulevard/Sample Road/Turtle Creek Drive or any location north of Lauderhill Mall would have to transfer at Lauderhill Mall.

Route 19 – The “new” route will provide local bus service along State Road 7/441 between Lauderhill Mall and Sandalfoot Cove Boulevard in west Boca Raton. Customers travelling southbound from Sandalfoot Cove Boulevard/Sample Road /Turtle Creek Drive to Lauderhill Mall would not be affected during the week. On the weekends, these customers would have more frequent service. Customers travelling to Golden Glades Park and Ride or any location south of Lauderhill Mall would have to transfer at Lauderhill Mall.

Route 441 “Breeze” Limited-Stop – Expanded mid-day weekday service will provide limited-stop service along State Road 7/441 between the Golden Glades Park and Ride in Miami Gardens and Turtle Creek Boulevard in Coral Springs. This includes more frequent service and the addition of five (5) new bus stops at Johnson Street in Hollywood; Northwest 19 Street in Lauderhill; NW 26 Street in Lauderhill; Northwest 41 Street in Lauderdale Lakes, and Southgate Boulevard in Margate.

Persons unable to attend the community meetings should send comments to: Broward County Transit, 1 North University Drive, Room 2401B, Plantation, FL 33324, or to bctsurvey@broward.org.