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Imperial Point Association
Imperial Point Association
Incorporating Coral Highlands, Westfield and Colonial Ridge
Dottie Mancini Park
Ribbon Cutting August 23, 2014
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Upcoming Events
​ all Harvest Picnic
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October 18, 12-3 PM
Dottie Mancini Park A big event of the
year with lots of new events added
this year. See Flyer in this issue. Are
you available to help make this a great
event? If so, please call Sue Fuhr, 954776-6770. Need student service hours?
Please call Laura Clark, 954-380-5526.
Imperial Point Board Meeting
October 21, 6:30pm
Broward Health Imperial Point
Come join us and give your opinions
about the Fall Harvest Picnic and what
we can do better. All are welcome.
October 31, Halloween
Make this a safe Holiday for the children.
Election Day. November 4
Don’t forget to vote, some important
issues on the ballot.
Pet Parade. November 8, 10-12
Broward Health Imperial Point. 22nd Ave
side Parking Lot. Bring your pets, see
some demonstrations, win some prizes
and take a walk with your pet.
MORE INFO ON PAGE 17
HM GRAPHIC DESIGN | HMGRAPHICDESIGN.com
If you missed this great event, please enjoy the pictures in this issue.
If you remember, the idea for a Boundless Playground was the wish of
Kimberly Scanlon from our Neighborhood. Kimberly attended and gave
those present her ideas. It was an all children’s event.
Sofie & Katharina Holubeck gave the Pledge of Allegiance and Elise
Neumann sang the Star Spangled Banner. We were fortunate to have
Mayor John P.”Jack” Seiler, Commissioner Bruce Roberts, City Manager Lee
Feldman, Commissioner Chip LaMarca, Representative George Moraitis,
Heather Brinkworth, Broward School Board and Broward Health Imperial
Point CEO Alice Taylor present. A special treat was Dottie Mancini, former
CEO of BHIP, for whom the park was named, to be with us.
A special thanks to the City and Parks Department, Chaz Adams, Angelo
De Peitro,Thomas White,Park Designer and Vivian Figueroa from Kompani
Playgrounds for all their help in making this Special. A special thanks to
the Parks Ground Crew under Lester Cedeno who made sure all was in tip
top condition with every blade of grass green.
Enjoy our Wonderful Park.
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President’s Message
Dear Neighbors,
It is that time again for our big event of the year, Fall Harvest Picnic. This will be on October 18th from 12-3PM. We have
been working hard to bring you some different events this year, so don’t think it is just the same as last year. We do
have the favorites like the petting farm & pony rides for the young ones but lots for all ages even the Guys to see the
Classic Cars. It is also a chance to see our new Boundless Playground if you haven’t already seen it. Please see the fliers
in this issue.
Another addition to the Park is the Little Free Library which promotes literacy and a love of reading.If you haven’t
noticed, it looks like a little house on the East side of the Park It is: Take a Book, Return a Book and Donate a Book. This
is for all ages. I am especially happy that we have been given this new addition to our Park.
Plans are still underway for our Wildlife Habitat in the Entranceway. The plant beds are being worked on and as soon
as they are completed, the Bird Baths will be delivered. We have purchased those from our Neighbors at Paramount
Concrete. After that, the fun begins as we will need to do the planting. Some of you had said you would be happy to
help and I hope that still stands. It could be good exercise and a way to enjoy planting. So give me a call, 954-938-9230 so
I can put you on my list when we are ready. Also girl & boy Scout troops could earn badges. When it is all completed, we
will apply to the National Wildlife Federation for our designation and purchase the proper signs.
Check our updated web site and also our Face book page. There are always interesting places to go and see around
town. Many of those have been included. We hope you like this new addition.
October and November
are
busy
months
with lots of things
happening here and in
the City. October is Fall
Harvest and of course
there is Halloween for
all to enjoy.
November, we have
our Pet Parade on
November 8th from 1012PM at the Broward
Health Imperial Point
grounds
on
22nd
Ave. This is chaired
by Bruce and Susan
Muntz and always a fun
event so bring your
pet and meet other
Neighbors with their
pets. Then of course
we end the month with
Thanksgiving and a
Happy Family time.
Enjoy
all
of
our
activities and I look
forward to seeing you
on October 18th and to
hear from you about
Wildlife Habitat. We are
the Best, right?
Sincerely
Betty Shelle­­y
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located at our own Dottie Mancini Boundry Free Playground
Imperial Point Association Mailing Address:
PMB 321, 6278 N. Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308-1916
The Imperial Point Association wishes to thank these members who give so generously of their time to
support our neighborhood, Our hats off to them!
Officers:
President
Betty Shelley
954.938.9230
bjshelley5@gmail.com
Vice President
Open
Treasurer
Jim Demarest
954-647-4713
Corresponding Secretary
Susan Filippone
954-491-0880
Recording Secretary
Sue Fuhr
954-776-6770
Directors (alphabetical order)
Loretta Boyd 954-990-6080
Bonnie Burke
954-551-6629
bonnieburke@comcast.net
Laura Clark
954-380-5526
Susan Filippone
954-491-0880
Brandi Michaels
954-614-9120
Howard Nelson
954-938-0449
Steve O’Malley
954-295-6958
Julie Ruffolojulie@adept.co
Ralph Zeltman
954-771-9838
Advertising Betty Shelley
954-938-9230
bjshelley5@gmail.com
Web Site Director
John Watt
954-931-4795
Editor Bonnie Burke
954-551-6629
bonnieburke@comcast.net
Executive Airport Steve O’Malley
954-295-6958
Code Hotline 954-776-2810
Membership Open
New Neighbors/Welcome Committee Loretta Boyd
954-990-6080
Pet Registrar
Linda Nugent
954-772-8730
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error occur or an omission take place, our policy for making
correction/restitution will be the following: when a “camera ready” advertisement is to be printed in exchange for
remuneration to the Association, we will, at the Advertiser’s
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NEWS FROM FORT LAUDERDALE CHILDREN’S THEATRE
There are only six (6) Rabies Clinics left this year. If your pet is in need of a
rabies vaccination and Broward County Rabies Registration tag or microchip,
then now is the time to mark your calendar for one of the upcoming dates
and locations:
Come join the fun at Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theatre,
celebrating our 63rd Season of teaching the art of life through
the magic of theatre!
Quarter 1 of our theatre classes, which include classes in
theatre arts, dance for musical theatre, improv, and more are
in full swing, both at our Galleria location and at our exciting
new location, The Sagemont School in Weston. Quarter 2
enrollment is open now. Check out our wide selection of
classes at www.flct.org so your children can join the fun!
Our next season promises to be a great one starting with our
first show, Stephen Sondheim’s “Sweeney Todd,” in October.
Next up will be “A Christmas Carol,” in December. All auditions
are open and can be found on our website. Sign up for our
e-mail list so you don’t miss out.
RABIES CLINICS AND PET MICRO CHIPPING - MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
• October 4
– Hollywood, TY Park, 3300 North Park Road
• October 18
– Pompano Beach Shelter, 3100 NW 19th Terrace
• November 1 – West Park, Mary Saunders Park, 4750 SW 21st Street
• December 6 – Pompano Beach Dog Park-1101 NE 10th Street
Tickets available at www.flct.org
Our Youth Council meets monthly and children from 2nd grade and up are invited to join. They are always planning fun
events. Look for the application on the home page of the website.
Check our website often and mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss a single one of our fantastic upcoming
productions. See you at the theatre! www.flct.org 954 763-6701
www.flct.org 954 763-6701
• December 13 – Fort Lauderdale, Snyder Park, 3299 SW 4th Avenue
All Rabies Clinics are from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and are open to all Broward County pet owners. Cost for a one-year rabies
vaccination and Broward County Rabies Registration Tag is $25 for dogs and cats that are spayed/neutered; and $35
for pets that are not spayed/neutered. Microchips will also be available for $15. Cash is preferred, but checks will be
accepted with proper identification. You must be a Broward County resident to attend. All dogs must be on leashes and
all cats in carriers. Remember, there is now a $600 fine for pets that are not vaccinated against rabies and registered
with the County.
Compliments of Linda Nugent, Imperial Point Pet Registrar
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN BROWARD COUNTY, BOB LaMENDOLA
October raises awareness about the need for breast cancer screening, so it is important for women
to know the various types of screening tests available.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a good time to spend a moment with your health care provider
deciding which type of test is best for you, and then scheduling one. Annual breast cancer screenings
are recommended for all women ages 40 to 74.
The choices? First: Standard mammograms, which are now captured on computer to make them a
better tool than the old version recorded on film. Second: Newer 3-D mammograms, which produce
better images and can catch a few more tumors than standard ones, but are more costly and use
a bit more radiation. Third: MRI screenings, which produce fine images without the pain of breast
compression, but cost five to 10 times more.
Women should pay nothing for screening mammograms (not including breast MRIs) because insurers are required to
cover annual preventive tests free of charge.
Eligible uninsured women can get free screenings, too, from the Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection
Program, which is run locally by the Florida Department of Health in Broward County.
“We encourage women to get mammograms starting at 40, because they are so good at detecting cancer early when it
can be treated effectively,” says Dr. Paula Thaqi, Director of DOH-Broward.
The DOH-Broward program provides free standard screenings for uninsured women ages 50 to 64 who have family
incomes of up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level (no more than $31,460 per year for a family of two).
For information, contact the Florida Department of Health in Broward at 954-762-3649 or www.browardchd.org/
healthS_breast.aspx.
Which screening test is best for you depends on your individual situation. Factors to consider:
Standard mammogram – Shown to reduce mortality from breast cancer by up to 30 percent in women ages 40 to 74.
Each breast is compressed between glass while X-rays are taken.
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3-4 yrs.
18
6 -7:30pm
3-D mammogram – Called tomosynthesis. Each breast
is compressed while the machine takes 15 X-ray images
at different angles. A computer combines the images
into a 3-D view that can be rotated to better detect
abnormalities.
Studies show 3-D mammograms catch cancers 4 to 5
percent more often than standard tests. Women who
get 3-D tests are 15 percent less likely to need additional
testing for an abnormal result that proves to be a false
alarm. However, it’s not yet clear if 3-D tests are better
at finding tumors or saving lives, the National Cancer
Institute says.
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Magnetic resonance imaging – MRIs of the breasts have
been marketed as pain-free, since no compression
is needed. Also, they use no radiation, and studies
show they can detect tumors somewhat earlier than
mammograms.
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6-7:30pm
4 – 12
Pre School
2,9.16,23,30
10:30am –
11:30 am
Early Literacy Storytime & Creative Learning
Activity (caretaker must attend)
3-D mammograms expose women to slightly more
radiation than standard ones. Also, they cost about $50
more, which often is not covered by insurance.
However, MRIs of the breasts can produce false positives,
and they cost $1,000 or more, not covered by insurers
when done for screening.
The American Cancer Society recommends that women
with a greater than 20 to 25 percent lifetime risk for breast
cancer should consider receiving both a mammogram
and breast MRI.
These high-risk women include: 1) known carriers of the
BRCA1 and 2 gene mutations; 2) women with multiple
first-degree relatives with breast and/or ovarian cancer;
or 3) Hodgkin’s lymphoma survivors who received
chest radiation before age 30. MRI screening is not
recommended for other women.
Girl Scouts
6,13, 20
10:30 – 11:30
Standard mammograms typically cost $100 to $200, and
should be covered completely by insurers when done
for screening. Women may have to pay a co-payment if
the test is “diagnostic,” meaning it’s done to examine
the breast if an abnormality is found.
Family
Early Literacy & Creative Learning Activity
(caretaker must attend)
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“In South Florida, hospitals have switched away from
the old film mammograms to newer digital ones stored
on computer,” says Trivel McKire, Manager of the Early
Detection Program at DOH-Broward. “Doctors can
use the computer to analyze the images for better
detection.” Studies show that digital mammograms miss
fewer tumors than those on film.
4/12:30pm –
1:30pm
Legos Connections
NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY--IMPERIAL POINT BRANCH
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October 2014 PROGRAMS
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BREAST CANCER SCREENING...
Thaqi recommends discussing the options with your
health care provider to make the best choice about your
screening test.
South Florida Officials Welcome
National Climate Assessment
County and city officials from southeast Florida welcomed the release of the Third National Climate Assessment
(“NCA”) by the federal government earlier this month, noting the report’s comprehensive assessment of the
southeast United States and its strong emphasis on findings and predicted trends related to sea level rise, flooding,
and saltwater contamination of drinking water wells, impacts already being felt in southeast Florida.
Representatives of the four-county Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact (“Compact”) underscored
the value of the National Climate Assessment to the region’s existing efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and
adapt to climate impacts.
Fort Lauderdale Mayor John P. “Jack” Seiler is optimistic that the comprehensive report will elevate the dialogue on
climate change. “I am confident that the extensive research and key findings in the assessment will raise awareness
about the need to proactively protect our communities against the growing impact of climate change,” Seiler said.
“Working together with our partners in the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, we can plan today to
meet the changing climate conditions of tomorrow and strengthen our community resilience to preserve the longterm livability, sustainability, and prosperity of our City.”
“The National Climate Assessment confirms the trends we’ve already been seeing and adapting to,” said Broward
County Commissioner Kristin Jacobs, who has long championed climate issues and currently serves on President
Obama’s State, Local, and Tribal Leaders Task Force on Climate Preparedness and Resilience, which is developing
recommendations for how the federal government can better aid the climate resilience efforts of local, state,
and tribal governments. “Sea level rise, extreme heat, more intense storms, increased flooding, and saltwater
contamination are not future problems in southeast Florida-they’re here and they’re affecting us now,” Jacobs said.
“The NCA details the economic and public health risks of taking no action and illustrates the importance of investing
in resilient infrastructure,” said Dr. Jennifer Jurado, Director of the Broward County Natural Resources Planning and
Management Division and member of the Compact Staff Steering Committee. She emphasized that the findings of the
report underscore the importance of collective action to prevent the most severe possible impacts through sharp
reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, which the
NCA confirms as the leading cause of global climate
change.
RECIPE CORNER:
Compliments of Betty Shelley
Creamy Blueberry Chicken Salad
1/2 Cup thinly sliced red onion (or chopped)
1/3 Cup diced celery
1/4 Cup torn fresh basil
12 Ozs (3 Cups) shredded/chopped chicken
1/2 tsp salt or to taste
1/2 Cup plain Greek yogurt
21/2 tbs. fresh lemon juice
1 tbs honey
2 Cups fresh blueberries
1 pkg Arugula
2 tps olive oil
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Combine first 4 ingredients & sprinkle with salt
Combine yogurt, lemon juice & honey & mix with
other ingredients, gently stir in blueberries.
Place arugula in bowl & carefully add the mixture
& toss gently. Comes out great & was good the
next day also.
Sunday Church Services
Services are held every Sunday
11:00am to 12:00pm
Wednesday Worship Service
Second & Fourth Wednesday of
Every Month. 7:00pm to 8:00pm
2153 Imperial Point Drive
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33308
More information: National Cancer Institute, www.cancer.
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Representative George Moraitis
Bring your cool car
to Imperial Point’s
Fall Harvest Picnic
and Car Show!
Antique Cars, Classic Cars, Sports Cars and any really cool cars are
welcome!
Entry is free and so is admission to our Fall Harvest Picnic!
Prizes for best cars sponsored by Murray’s Speed and Custom!
When: Saturday, October 18, 2014 – 12 Noon to 3 PM
Where: Dottie Mancini Park ~ Newly Renovated!
Fun for the Whole Family!!
For Kids:
Pony Rides
Fun For All:
Face Painting
Petting Zoo
Games & Contests
Delicious Food from local restaurants
Performances from local Dance Academy
Martial Arts demonstrations
For The Health of It! Section
Mounted Police
Many Very Cool Raffle Prizes
Live Music
Tree & Plant Give-Away
Classic Car Show
Fire Truck
Participating Restaurants include:
Casa Frida
Jimmy John’s
Pompano Pizza
Michael’s Café
Dairy Queen
Subway
Moe’s Southwest Grill
Olive Garden
Vito’s Pizza
Red Lobster
Come Join the Fun!!
Gates open for car show at 11:30 AM, October 18, 2014
Please RSVP to John, jwatt288@gmail.com, 954.931.4795
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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
TRAFFIC UPDATE CYPRESS CREEK ROAD
The traffic signals on Cypress Creek Road / NE 62nd Street
are part of the synchronized traffic network across the
county. Historically, the coordinated system on this roadway has been divided into two control sections due to
the different roadway characteristics and traffic patterns.
The two sections are 1) the east segment from Dixie Highway to Federal Highway and 2) the west segment from
Hawkins Road to Dixie Highway. The synchronization of
the traffic signals on both sections was evaluated and
optimized within the past two years as part of Broward
County’s Green Lights Program. However, optimal traffic
progression is still constrained by several operational issues along the corridor.
The majority of the traffic signals along the corridor are
still being controlled by the County’s older “legacy” computerized traffic control system. This older system dates
back to the 80’s and provides limited flexibility with respect to maintenance of the coordinated traffic signal
system. County staff is currently in the process of transitioning from the older system to ATMS.now, a computerized system that will enhance timing engineers’ ability
to develop and implement timing plan adjustments. This
will allow the system to better accommodate traffic fluctuations such as school zone interruption, railroad preemption activities and other incidents to improve the
overall traffic progression along Cypress Creek Road / NE
62nd Street. We anticipate completing the conversion to
the new system along the entire corridor by the end of
this year.
Hello Neighbors!
I am so looking forward to seeing you all at the Fall Harvest Picnic on October 18th. We
have so many activities for all of our Imperial Point Families and the children. We have
been planning for months and really hope you can attend. Please visit me at the raffle
booth. We have great raffle items again this year!
South Florida’s Largest Selection of...
Statues
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Pedestals
Tile Table Sets
Back by popular demand, once again from our Board Member, Loretta Boyd, here are
some additional helpful hints!
See you soon!
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To prevent potatoes
budding, add an apple
in the bag
Add half a teaspoon of baking soda to the
water when hard-boiling eggs to make
the shells incredibly easy to peel off.
Use bread tags to label power cords.
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Use non-stick cooking spray in votive
holders to prevent wax from sticking to
the sides.
Imperial Point
Association!!
To tell if eggs are fresh, immerse them in a bowl of water. Fresh eggs
will lie on the bottom, while stale eggs will float to the surface.
Check out our NEW website
www.imperialpoint.org
to see current happenings,
pay your dues and other services for Imperial Point Residents
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HEATHER POMPER BRINKWORTH
Telephone: 754-­321-­2003
Heather.brinkworth@browardschools.com
Web:http://district3.browardschools.com
On August 26, 2014, Heather Brinkworth was elected during the Primary Election to
a two-year term as School Board Member for District 3.
District 3 - School Board Member
754-321-2003
Heather.brinkworth@browardschools.com
Thank you! To all of the citizens of District 3 for electing me as your School Board
member on August 26th. This was my first campaign for office and it is truly an honor to be chosen. I promise I will diligently work for the betterment of educational
resources for the students and residents of District 3, and all of Broward County.
As a step in that direction, I was pleased to attend Mayor Shari McCartney’s Education Summit on September 3rd, 2014, and applaud her for arranging this venue in
response to concerns of both the citizens and commissioners of the City of Oakland
Park. School Board staff attended to address concerns raised during the Summit.
Access to the updated DEFP (District Educational Facilities Plan) is located at www.
browardschools.com; select Our School Board, select Meetings and Agendas ; select
9/15/2014 1st Public Meeting DEFP. Page down to #2 the “Revised Tentative DEFP for
the Five Years Ending June 30, 2019” and select “Supporting Docs”. The most current
revision as of 9/15/14 will be available.
The School Board is holding a series of public forums again this year for the students, parents and community members
to voice their concerns, ideas and priorities about issues facing Broward County Public Schools. The first Conversation
with the District meeting was held in District 3 on September 8th at Northeast High School. Attended by Superintendent
Runcie, Board Member Robin Bartleman and myself, audience members brought a wide-range of questions regarding
issues such as teacher workload and class stacking; availability of BRACE advisors for our college-bound students; facility repairs for Northeast High School and the “Needs Assessment” survey conducted by the District. If you were unable
to attend, here are the remaining meeting dates. All meetings are conducted in the evening with Speaker Registration
from 6:00-6:30pm.
Wed. September 10, 2014 Wed. September 17, 2014 Mon., September 22, 2014
Cypress Bay High School
Flanagan High School
J.P. Taravella High School
Mon., October 27, 2014 Piper High School
Dottie Mancini Park A big event of the
year with lots of new events added
this year. See Flyer in this issue. Are
you available to help make this a great
event? If so, please call Sue Fuhr, 954776-6770. Need student service hours?
Please call Laura Clark, 954-380-5526.
Imperial Point Board Meeting
October 21, 6:30pm
Broward Health Imperial Point
Come join us and give your opinions
about the Fall Harvest Picnic and what
we can do better. All are welcome.
Election Day. November 4
Don’t forget to vote, some important
issues on the ballot.
Pet Parade. November 8, 10-12
Broward Health Imperial Point. 22nd Ave
side Parking Lot. Bring your pets, see
some demonstrations, win some prizes
and take a walk with your pet.
Thanksgiving Day
November 27
Winter in the Park
December 12, 6:00 PM
Come join us for last event of
the year. Lots of fun things to do.
More info to follow next time.
Would you like to participate?
Call Betty Shelley, 954-938-9230
Imperial Point Board Meeting
November 18, 6:30
Broward Health Imperial Point
H H H Code Violation Hotline Reminder H H H
Please be advised that the Code Violation Hotline is provided as a service to
Imperial Point Homeowners Association Members. If you are currently not a member,
Beginning august 1st, Fort lauderdale is moving to a new
you can call the City of Fort Lauderdale Code Enforcement Office at 954-764-HELP
phone number for non-emergency public safety calls.
new non-emergency phone numBer
call: ( 954 ) 764-help
In an emergency, please call 911
ABOUT BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Broward County Public Schools (BCPS), the nation’s sixth largest public school
system, is an “A” rated School District. BCPS is the largest fully accredited district in the nation, with over 258,000 students and approximately 150,000 adult students in 234 schools and education centers and 76 charter schools. For more
information about BCPS, visit (www.browardschools.com). Follow BCPS on Twitter (@Browardschools). Find us on Facebook at (www.facebook.com/browardschools). BCPS offers a number of opportunities and organizations for parents to
get involved. For additional information, visit out Parent Involvement website at (www.getinvolvedineducation.com).
www.imperialpoint.org
Make this a safe Holiday for the children.
Important Phone Numbers
The Broward County Schools SMART (Safety, Music & Art, Athletics, Renovations and Technology) Capital Program Needs
Assessment Facility (Schools) Report is now available online at http://browardschools.com/Web/Smart-Needs. These
individual school-level reports are the result of a comprehensive assessment which provided an objective, data-driven
overview of the District, as well as a strategic planning tool for prioritizing facility needs. SMART projects are prioritized
based on industry best practices to address the most urgent needs and to ensure limited District resources are efficiently and effectively utilized. Proceeds from the General Obligation Bond would allow the District to invest in the critical needs facing schools across the District. If your group or organization would like a School Board speaker to present
information on the upcoming bond referendum please call the hotline at 754-321-1104. If you have any questions or
concerns, please feel free to call me at my office, 754-321-2003. I am always happy to assist in answering your questions
and finding appropriate School Board staff to address your concerns.
Heather Pomper Brinkworth
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October 31, Halloween
For all other City of Fort Lauderdale inquiries, please call the 24-hour Customer
Service Center at 954-828-8000 or visit www.fortlauderdale.gov/lauderserv.
Hollywood Hills High School
Wed., October 1, 2014 ​ all Harvest Picnic
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October 18, 12-3 PM
Please use this number only if you require non-emergency police or fire services.
Atlantic Technical College
Tues., September 30, 2014 Neighborhood Happenings
SEARCH FOR
Imperial Point Neighborhood Association
Animal Control
954.359.1313
Building Department
954.828.5191
Cable Tv (Comcast) 954.252.1937
City Commissioners
954.828.5004
City Hall (General Info)
954.828.5000
Code Violations (see Hotline)
954.828.5207
Dead Animal (Road Kill)
954.828.8000
Executive Airport Hotline
954.828.6666
Fire Department (non-emergency) 954.828.6800
Florida Department of Health
- Broward County
954.467.4000
Graffiti Hotline
954.828.6402
Hazardous Waste
954.765.4999
Hotline (Imperial Point)954.776.2810
Library (Imperial Point Branch)954.492.1881
Mayor’s Office
954.828.5003
Mosquito Control (Broward) 954-765-4062
Parks and Rec (Playground)954.828.7275
Police and Fire Emergency 911
Police (Non-Emergency) 954.764.HELP
Power Outages
800.4OUTAGE
Recycling954.828.8000
Signs (Median)954.847.2600
Streets (Potholes, etc.)954.828.8000
Streetlights954.797.5000
Traffic Engineering
954.828.5761
Traffic Signals (Malfunctions)954.847.2600
Trash (Bulk, Carts, etc.)954.828.8000
Trees (Severely Trimmed)954.828.5200
Trees (Swales/Medians)954.828.7275
Utilities954.828.8000
Utilities Billing
954.828.5150
Zoning Information
954.828.5203
When you are not sure of the correct city department,
call the main number at 954.828.5000
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Doctor Kimberly Raby
WHAT TO DO??? FLU, COLDS, AND RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS
The kids are back to school and that usually means an increased exposure to germs, bacteria, and viruses. The increased
exposure to our children combined with a compromised immune system (because of increased activity) leads to sickness.
The most common sickness this time of the year is the flu, colds, and respiratory infections. Don’t be a victim!!! You
have power to fight and prevent these germs, bacteria, and viruses from taking over your family. Here is how…
Should I vaccinate or not?
There are many different schools of thought with this topic. You really need to evaluate your own specific situation
when deciding what is the best choice for you and your family. Are you in one of the high risk groups? Is your immune
system compromised from another health issue? Is it worth it to you to expose yourself or your family to the chemicals
within the vaccine?
Education (like anything else) is key…
With minimal internet research you can find the benefits and risks associated with the flu shot. Getting the flu will result
in lost days of work, school absences, discomfort, pain, possible complications, and unwanted visits to the doctor’s
office. This is usually enough of a deterrent to encourage families to go and receive the flu shot in hopes that they
may be able to avoid any and all uncomfortable situations through the flu season. However, simply getting the flu shot
doesn’t protect you completely. Many people who get the shot get sick and even the flu.
What are my alternatives to getting the vaccine?
Prevention and maintenance is the key to preventing dysfunction and disease. Eat a wide variety of fresh fruits and
veggies. These are a great source of vitamins and minerals needed for a healthy immune system. Especially increase
your daily sources of vitamin C. Eat more garlic. Garlic is known for its antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties.
Mushrooms increase your production of white blood cells to help fight infection. Exercise moderately 30-60 minutes
each day. More active people have stronger immune systems. Get plenty of rest and decrease stress to the best of
your ability to reduce fatigue. And, of course, wash your hands regularly and avoid putting your hands to your nose
and mouth. Educate your children on prevention. Since your children are the ones at a higher exposure during this
time of the year, they need to be personally responsible and empowered to help themselves when you are not around.
Quick Hit List for Prevention…
1. Eat fruits and veggies 2. Increase daily vitamin C
3. Eat garlic and mushrooms frequently
4. Exercise daily, with plenty of rest and decrease stress
5. Wash hands regularly
Regardless of your decisions, you always have options for the health and well being for yourself and your family. It is
NEVER too late to become more educated and to change our minds with previous health decisions. Take good care of
your body and you will be rewarded with a lifetime of good health.
Why is my
dogSEILER
so frightened
of loud noises
FROM
ANIMAL HOSPITAL
such as thunder, firecrackers and loud vehicles?
What is Heartworm Disease and how can I protect my pet?
With the holiday’s right around the corner, we may begin to think about what gifts to get for our family members. Most
of us include our four legged family members as well!
The bond between humans and their pets is unmistakable. Since the domestication of dogs and cats, people have been
drawn to them (and they to us). They have helped us in so many ways and expect little in return. They have hunted with
us, kept vermin and pest away, served in the military and police, assisted the disabled, and faithfully remained our loyal
companions. In turn, we care for them and maintain good quality of life. This is more than a fair trade. In fact, it is a
downright bargain. How did the bond become so strong?
What can we do to preserve and strengthen it?
Companionship is perhaps the most universal thing that
pets give us, but this is only the beginning. Scientific
evidence has proven that many health benefits come along
with pet ownership. Pets help us relax, lower our blood
pressure, and keep us active. Service and companion pets
help with emotional or physical disabilities.
The bond we have with our pets begins the moment they
come into our lives and never stops growing. However,
there are ways to reinforce this bond throughout our
pet’s life. It is as simple as routine grooming, playtime and
exercise, and regular visits to your veterinarian to help
keep your pet in tip top shape.
Seiler Animal Hospital is committed to helping you care for
your pet. We want to see all pets live long healthy lives. Our
goal is not only to provide the medical care needed but also
to help strengthen the human-pet bond. In the month of
October, we will be sponsoring a Pet Howl-o-Ween photo
contest! In November, we will host a photo shoot where
you and your four legged friends can get a picture with
Santa! All proceeds will go to Toys for Tots! Stop in or call
us at 954-491-1222 with any questions.
Happy Holidays from the Staff at Seiler Animal Hospital!
Courtesy of Douglas A. Thieme Seiler Animal Hospital 2650
NE 57th Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Jenna Stregoski, RVT.
CITYWIDE SIDEWALK ASSESSMENT
PROGRAM UPDATE
This is an update on the article from the last August/September
2014 publication, page 30, regarding the Citywide Sidewalk
Assessment Program that was previously scheduled on the
City’s Commission Agenda last August 19, 2014. The Agenda
Item was postponed and has been rescheduled for October 21,
2014, for the City’s Consultant to report their findings to the
Commission on the 106 miles of damaged sidewalks out of the
total 400 miles of City sidewalks.
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JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL PET PARADE!
NOVEMBER 8th, 10am-12pm
BRING YOUR PET FRIENDLY ANIMALS
AND JOIN IN ON THE WALK AROUND
THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Interior Designer Creates Decor that is Safe from Pets
Barbara Van Voast of Imperial Point is an interior designer and a pet owner. Until last year, those two passions didn’t
coincide.
That was until a lot of her clients began asking her questions about how to keep their four-legged friends from ruining
their expensive décor. Their queries prompted Van Voast to start researching the topic, finding out about stain- and
odor-resistant fabrics and furnishings.
“”They don’t teach you these things when you go to design school,” she said.
Given the high demand from her customers, Van Voast decided to devote a division of her business to making homes
pet friendly. This area now makes up about 90 percent of her business, she said.
“This was something a lot of my clients were really concerned about, so I decided to address it,” she said.
One client asked Van Voast to redesign her living room with her pet Beagle in mind. She chose a number of pet-friendly
features, such as a high-tech sofa with fabric made to resist stains, moisture and odor.
But dogs and cats aren’t her only clientele. Van Voast has designed homes for clients with pets ranging from llamas to
goats to chinchillas.
“A lot of what I do is preventing and covering up stain and odor,” Van Voast said. “A lot of things don’t change that much
from dog to cat to any pet that has fur.”
Van Voast also tries to be cognizant of household items that could prove dangerous to pets, such as electrical cords,
cords of blinds and pullout sofas.
Family-Oriented Care
“There are a lot of things people hadn’t considered that could really hurt their pets,” she said.
Van Voast, who has a golden doodle dog and a Maine coon cat, said she tries out her ideas
in her own home. “It’s my own residential laboratory,” she said.
• NEW: Introducing uniquely designed senior-friendly ER rooms
• Comfortable environment
• Short wait times to a physician
More and more interior designers around the country are starting to take
their clients’ pets into account, said Nan Ravel, an interior designer who lives
in Chicago, Ill.
“I see more and more people who are not only interested in their home,
but interested in their pets, and finding a happy medium between the two,”
Ruvel said. “I think if you’re not thoughtful and respectful of a client who has
pets, it’s not going to be a good fit.”
• Experienced, board certified ER physicians on staff 24/7
• Compassionate ER nurses trained in critical care
• Specially-trained staff for seniors’ needs
FUN FROM FALL HARVEST 2013
Need a Dog Trainer?
Susanne Blood has been training dogs in
South Florida since 1980. She has award
winning show dogs in Agility, Conformation, Obedience & Rally.
We know how sudden, traumatizing and uncertain a health emergency can be. For
more than forty years, Broward Health Imperial Point has been providing critical, lifesaving emergency services to its community. With a state-of-the-art, 24-hour emergency
department, a Joint Commission-certified primary stroke center and a team of highlyskilled doctors, nurses, and technologists; we offer the resources of one of the largest
health systems in the country, with the convenience of a neighborhood hospital.
The classes that she offers at “We Love
Dogs” are Puppy Kindergarten, Better
than Basic Obedience, Advanced Obedience, Rally O, Nose Work, a Treadmill
class as well as fun events like Sunday
Socials, Holiday photo’s & more. All proceeds from Holiday photo’s are donated
to the Everglades Pet Recue Projects.
All classes are taught using positive, reward based methods in her indoor, air
conditioned classroom located at 5821
NE 14Th. Ave., Ft. Laud. 33334. For additional information, her email address is pompanok9@bellsouth.net phone # is
954-328-0864 or visit her on facebook @We Love Dogs South Florida.
Please feel free to stop by & see what Susanne can do for you and your pet!
954.776.8610 • BrowardHealth.org/BHIPED • 6401 N. Federal Hwy., Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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CERT classes provide training on two Saturdays
for two weeks by City of Fort Lauderdale
Fire-Rescue personnel
ALL AT NO CHARGE.
MEET BRETT RENNER!
‘Want to turn back the clock and get the body
you’ve always been capable of achieving? My
name is Brett Renner, Certified Strength and
Conditioning Specialist, and for 8 years I’ve been
helping people do just that. As a trainer, I’ve seen
firsthand, transformations that I’m so proud to have
been a part of. Truly anything is possible if you
want something bad enough.
I have worked with men and women ranging from 9
years to 89 years old and have worked extensively
with my clients on proper exercise techniques,
cardiovascular conditioning, flexibility, strength,
nutrition, muscular endurance, and much more. My
mission is to educate and motivate people on every
aspect of their journey into wellness. Whatever
your fitness goals or prior experience may be, I
promise I will do anything and everything I can to
help you achieve the goals we set out to meet. If
you are seeking to reach or maintain a certain fitness
level, let me help you improve your quality of life by
establishing a well rounded, healthy lifestyle. If you
are an elite athlete seeking sport-specific training
or striving to leave a plateau or break a barrier,
challenge my creativity in devising the best exercise
sequence for your goals. I look forward to new
challenges ahead and hope I can take the plunge
into wellness with you!
Team Renner
Fitness Goals Fulfilled Since 2006
BRETT RENNER
NSCA-CSCS
Dedicated • Certified • Ingenious • Committed
(815) 994-1026
Train to Maintain or Train Like a Sports Star…
Your Choice, My Mission – Let’s Get Started
Ingenious Health & Fitness Training
FitClinic.com
The Fitness Clinic
5975 North Federal Highway
Imperial Square Shopping Center
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33308
Testimonials:
“One of the best things about my trainer, Brett Renner, is that he listens! I have some
physical challenges to work around and I also have some specific goals for myself.
Brett has the imagination and expertise to work around any limitations, and gives you
a thoughtful realistic assessment of what you can achieve. Once the course is set, he’s
positive and encouraging on what we decide is do-able. Even though it’s up to me to
follow all his recommendations, his can-do attitude really keeps you striving. If you
think you can’t work out because of some physical limitation or have felt intimidated
in the gym in the past, Brett instills the confidence you need to focus on yourself and
set and reach your goals.” - Client NJ
“I can recommend personal trainer Brett Renner without reservation. He continually
varies my training regimen every workout so my muscles never know what’s coming
and they respond to that. He seems to have a never ending repertoire of uniquely
challenging exercise sequences and knows just how to put them together. He’s focused
on motivating; conditioning and seeing me use proper form producing consistent results.
His enthusiasm drives the training sessions. If you want to work out, but dread going to
the gym, find it boring, you’re not reaching your goals or you have a lackluster trainer, you
really need to give Brett a shot. He’ll change your whole conception of training.”
- Client Bob - Classic Decorative Hardware & Bath, Imperial Square by Panera Bread
“Brett Renner is the best trainer I’ve ever had. It’s not just me committing to reach my
goals, he commits to seeing you through to your goals as well, and that’s pretty amazing
these days. He really goes out of his way to see you make milestones and really gets a
charge from your success. He takes classes and seminars to maintain his certification,
so he always knows the best latest stuff for you to try out, and he changes it up all the
time so you never have to do the same old routine. Another cool thing is he does all the
exercises he gives you himself! I can’t say enough good things about him, and nobody
has to push me to go to my workouts, I wouldn’t miss one.” - Client AJ
“We have worked with Brett as our personal trainer for eight months. We are pleased with
the improvement both in fitness and general health that we have achieved. Brett’s training
program met our individual requirements and he has worked well with us helping us choose
and work toward goals that are meaningful and motivating to us. A big benefit is how he
adapts and changes everything to keep it interesting for us.” - Clients WS & BV
As a volunteer CERT member, you will learn life-saving skills for major
emergencies including hurricanes, floods, and/or fires. You will also learn
fire suppression and injury care for everyday situations. As a CERT graduate,
your skills will be valuable to you, your family and your community in the
event of a major disaster. CERT members may be assigned to a team in their
neighborhood where they will play an important community safety role, as
well as assist Fire-Rescue professionals in the event of an emergency.
OCTOBER 18 & 25, 2014
(both Saturdays) from 8am to 5pm at Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue Station 53
2200 Executive Airport Way
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!
Register by contacting: Carladean Ferguson at 954-828-6700 or
via email at carladeanf@fortlauderdale.gov
As a volunteer CERTmember, you will learn life-saving skills for major emergencies including hurricanes, floods, and/
or fires. You will also learn fire suppression and injury care for everyday situations. As a CERTgraduate, your skills will
be valuable to you, your family and your community in the event of a major disaster. CERTmembers may be assigned
to a team in their neighborhood where they will play an important community safety role, as well as assist Fire-Rescue
professionals in the event of an emergency. July 12 and 19, 2008 (both Saturdays) from 8am to 5pm at Mills Pond Park
CERT classes provide training on two Saturdays for two weeks by City of
Fort Lauderdale. Fire-Rescue personnel
Detective DiCristofalo, Fort Laud Police Department CITY
Too often sheds are overlooked when it comes to security. However, they can contain high
value items, such as lawn equipment or bicycles.
Below are a few tips which may help keep your property secure:
• If possible position the shed closer to your home.
Wear Your Helmet!
“I was smashed by a car last November 3 on the
bike portion of a triathlon training session when a
driver made a left turn through me… Through sheer
personality, creativity and expertise, Trainer Brett
Renner pushed me to take a shot at coming back,
made it fun when it hurt and didn’t let me give up.
He’s helped me work around what I can’t do to find
what I can do, and I’m making steady progress. Brett’s
a difference-maker, a uniquely dedicated, certified
trainer committed to making your goals, his goals.
Give him the chance and he’ll change your life the way he saved mine…” - Client JD
• Use crunchy gravel and/or thorny type plants around the perimeter.
P.S. – “These testimonials are genuine. Get into The Fitness Clinic to see Brett and
you’ll meet all of us – The Team Renner Clients – Train to Maintain or Train Like a
Sports Star…your choice, he’ll make it happen.” - Client JD
• Visibly mark items with your house address, driver’s license number or other available marking products.
Take pictures of items and record serial numbers
rd
• Use motion activated lighting in and around your home and yard.
• Shed doors and windows should be locked after use. If windows are not being used consider
window locks or security grilling. Obscure views inside by using curtains or other material.
• Fit doors with a hasp and staple. Strengthen door hinges and locks with coach bolts, security bolts or non-return screws.
• Use strong locks, such as a closed shackle padlock
• Secure items with steel cables and anchor them to the ground.
• Avoid storing valuable items such as power tools, fishing equipment or golf clubs in a shed. These items should
be stored inside your home or a secure garage.
• If you have an alarm extend the coverage to your shed. If not, small battery operated alarms work as well
webmaster@fortlauderdale.gov. or email webmaster@fortlauderdale.gov.
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CALENDARS
Fort Lauderdale Welcomes International Boat Show!
OCTOBER 2014
55th Annual Event Runs October 30 – November 3
Fort Lauderdale is proud to be the home of the largest, most recognizable boat show
in the world. Now in its 55th year, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show sails
into town October 30 - November 3, and promises to be bigger and better than ever!
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This year, organizers have expanded the Boat Show with the addition of the Pier 66
Marina. Featuring expanded dockage, brand new slips, and upgraded amenities, Pier
66 joins the event’s six other locations: Bahia Mar Yachting Center, Hall of Fame Marina,
Las Olas Marina, Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center, Fort
Lauderdale Hilton, and The Sails Marina.
John P. “Jack” Seiler Mayor
The Boat Show will cover more than 3 million square feet of exhibit space and feature
close to $4 billion worth of boats, yachts and marine accessories. Boating enthusiasts
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The Boat Show attracts more than 130,000 visitors, while generating tens of millions of dollars in marine commerce and
new business development. The event showcases Fort Lauderdale to a worldwide audience, and is a substantial economic
catalyst for our hotels, restaurants, retail, and entertainment establishments.
The Boat Show’s total economic impact to Fort Lauderdale now exceeds half a billion dollars, which is greater than any other
event in Florida, including the Super Bowl.
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Friday Nite Tunes
Carter Park 1450
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Police Forum Lauderdale Manor Rec
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Fl Friendly Landscaping
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1st Floor 5-6:30 PM
Columbus Day
Observed
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Harvest Signs
Yon Kippur
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In the meantime, the City of Fort Lauderdale will continue to work in partnership with the marine industry to support its longterm growth, development and sustainability; strengthen maritime businesses; promote marine assistance and incentive
programs; implement strategies and initiatives to enhance the overall boating experience in our community; and remain
committed to preserving, supporting, and enhancing the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, a true local treasure that
symbolizes the spirit and character of our great City.
Thank you for making Fort Lauderdale the best place to live, work, play, raise a family, and visit, and we will see you at the
Boat Show!
John P. “Jack” Seiler .... Mayor
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These compelling figures confirm how closely tied the marine industry is to our economy and how important its health is
to our future. To that end, we are excited that results from a new marine industry study are on the horizon. In fact, on the
opening day of the Boat Show, the Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) plans to announce findings from an
updated study that measures the most recent economic impact of the marine industry in Broward County and South Florida.
We look forward to hearing the results.
FALL HARVEST
PICNIC 12-3 Dottie
Mancini Park
Bulk Trash North
As we celebrate the 55th year of this international event, we recognize that a thriving marine industry is vital to the longterm growth, development, and economic sustainability of Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, and the State of Florida.
Today, marine commerce continues to be a leading economic engine which accounts for over 134,000 jobs, along with wages
and earnings of $3.7 billion in Broward County. The impact of the marine industry on Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal Waterway
is equally impressive. More than $4.4 billion in marine business volume is generated along the Intracoastal. In addition, the
Waterway accounts for $975 million in personal income, more than 21,000 marine-related jobs, and generates $178 million in
tax revenue.
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Transportation
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will marvel at the latest in modern, high performance, leisure and luxury sea vessels including runabouts, sport fishers, cabin
cruisers, skiffs, sailing and motor yachts, catamarans, ski boats, jet boats, inflatables, canoes, and magnificent mega yachts.
The show’s new Aquazone is sure to make a splash among families and children. Located in the Convention Center, the
Aquazone will feature live paddleboard, kayak, hovercraft and free-dive demonstrations all performed in a 25-foot by 50-foot
indoor pool containing more than 15,000 gallons of water.
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Town Hall Meeting
Transportation
MPO 7-8PM
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Garbage,
Yard Waste
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For over half a century, this global event has been a driving force behind the tremendous
growth and development of our marine industry, as well as a fundamental contributor
to the economic expansion in Fort Lauderdale and throughout our region.
THURSDAY
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Friday Nite Tunes
Carter Park 7-10 PM
Veterans Day
Council of Civic
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mperial Point Board
meeting, BHIP 6:30,
City Commission
meeting, City Hall
6:00 PM
Community Police
Forum Lauderdale
Manor Rec Center
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Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot
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Alexander Park 6:00 PM,
Bulk Trash South
Bulk Trash North
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COMMISSIONER BRUCE G. ROBERTS
HURRICANE SEASON: Although we are already three months into our hurricane season,
it is still a good time to remind everyone to be prepared. Our peak season for these
storms is September and October. We have not been impacted by a hurricane since
Wilma on October 24, 2005, when many of us went without electricity for weeks and
without water for days. Part of this preparation should include creating a disaster plan
and assembling a disaster supply kit. The kit should include at least three days’ worth
of water (one gallon, per person, per day) and non-perishable food for each person
in your family. Other essential supplies you should have readily available include: a
can opener, flashlights, a battery-operated radio, batteries, cash, pet supplies, medications, extra eyeglasses, contact lenses and supplies for people with special needs.
For a complete list of emergency supplies and other preparedness tips, visit the City
hurricane website at http://www.fortlauderdale.gov/hurricane. If you are interested in
helping your fellow residents after a hurricane, I encourage you to join the Community
Emergency Response Team. CERT is a highly trained, volunteer group that assists the
City after local emergencies. Through Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue, you can receive
free training that covers disaster terminology, standard triage, basic first aid, fire suppression, light search and rescue techniques and disaster awareness. After graduation
you will be prepared to care for your family and your community, and you will be part of a team that may be called
upon to assist the City during an emergency. Free beginner and continuing education classes are available. For more
information please call 954-828-6832.
UPTOWN TROLLEY SERVICE: The City and its partnerships with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), the
South Florida Regional Transportation Agency (SFRTA), the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), and the Envision
Uptown Business Association has launched a new FREE midday shuttle bus service for the Uptown Business District
around Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. This service provides transportation along the Cypress Creek corridor Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm. Two routes originating from Cypress Creek Tri-Rail station serves the Uptown area
from Calvary Chapel (west boundary) to Radice Corporate Park (east boundary). The Uptown Link provides commuters,
students, employees, and visitors with convenient access to the Cypress Creek Tri-Rail station, as well as surrounding
restaurants, shops, educational campuses, the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, and other destinations during the
busy midday hours.
954-764-HELP NEW NON-EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: As
part of the Broward County’s new consolidated public safety communication system, the City will have a new phone
number for non-emergency public safety calls. Neighbors
should dial (954) 764-HELP for non-emergency police or fire
services. In an emergency you will still call 911. For all other
City inquiries, please contact the 24-hour Customer Service
Call Center at 954 828-8000 or download our new LauderServ
app from Google Play or the Apple App Store.
The LauderServ app allows users to submit customer service requests right from their mobile device. Neighbors can
report a streetlight outage, clogged storm drain, pothole,
or broken waste cart; find out collection days for sanitation,
recycling and bulk trash; discover how to pay a water bill or
parking ticket online; and much, much more. LauderServ
can also be used to access the City’s social media accounts
and get beach conditions. Visit the LauderServ webpage
today!! http://www.fortlauderdale.gov/lauderserv/index.
htm
10 BEST BEACH RESORTS IN FLORIDA (emantravels.com):
People from all over the world are drawn every day to Florida’s tourist attractions that include famous theme parks,
Spanish historic sites, lively nightlife and glorious beaches.
With a booming tourism industry, Florida welcomes its visitors with a plethora of hotels and resorts that are located
right on the beach. With amenities like fine restaurants,
lively bars, full-service spas, fitness centers, sand white
beaches and water sports, beach resorts in Florida present
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fun-packed vacations in and of themselves. Three of the top ten resorts are located in Fort Lauderdale: #9 - Lago Mar
Resort & Club; #5 – Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort; #2 – Atlantic Resort & Spa.
FORT LAUDERDALE’S BUSIEST FIREHOUSE: Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue has the new title of ‘Busiest Firehouse in the entire United States and Canada.” Firehouse 2 responded to 25,018 calls in 2013. Fort Lauderdale Engine 8 was ranked as the
busiest engine in Florida and the 10th busiest in the Country. Battalion Chief 2 was the second busiest in the state. The
Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue Department responds to fire and medical emergencies and is also responsible for emergency services for the City of Wilton Manors and Lazy Lake. Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue is dedicated to the City’s mission
statement of ‘We build community.” When firefighter paramedics are not responding to calls or training, they can be
found at local schools or community events teaching fire safety, how to make your home safe for your children, or collecting toys, food or school supplies for children. Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue just celebrated its 100 year anniversary in
2012. Firehouse magazine conducts the survey every year comparing fire department call volume and truck responses.
POLICE ACTIVITY: There have been many calls for service around the City regarding car break-ins and residential burglaries. Officers are always present at our pre-agenda meetings to update us on these incidents in our District, and share
action plans. ALWAYS lock your car door and NEVER leave anything on your car seat that would entice someone to break
in. Also, if someone that you do not recognize is knocking at your door, do not open the door, but do let them know
that you are home and that you have called the police. Not answering the door may give the impression that nobody
is home. As a reminder, our Crime Prevention Unit (954-828-6421) offers a free and confidential security assessment for
your home or business.
UPCOMING DATES TO CALENDAR:
• 10/6/14
Pre-agenda meeting at Beach Community Center – 6pm
• 10/7/14
Commission Meetings
• 10/20/14 Pre-agenda meeting at Imperial Point Hospital, South Entrance – 6pm
• 10/21/14 Commission Meetings
OFFICE CONTACT: Robbi Uptegrove – 954-828-5033; email: ruptegrove@fortlauderdale.gov
In addition to hosting two pre-agenda meetings twice a month, I am also available to attend your HOA meetings to
update your neighborhood on what is going on in the City as well as answer any questions/concerns you may have.
Please contact Robbi to schedule.
CITY SWALE REQUIREMENT WHEN
CONSTRUCTING NEW DRIVEWAYS
The City of Fort Lauderdale may require a homeowner to reconstruct their existing swale (grass area between the edge
of road pavement and sidewalk or homeowner’s property line) at the time when the homeowner constructs a new
driveway apron (driveway portion located within the City right-of-way). The swale reconstruction is only required if the
existing swale does not meet current City design standards to assure the swale invert is less in elevation than the edge
of road; sidewalk (if one exists) and the new driveway apron. The
proper swale invert elevation allows storm water caused by heavy
rain storms to sheet flow off the paved road surfaces into the lower swale area where the storm water collects and percolates into
the ground. This swale requirement reduces street flooding making driving safer during heavy rain downpours and the absorption
of water into the ground helps to recharge the Biscayne Aquifer
where water is obtained from wells and treated by the City for our
domestic water supply. More information on the swale reconstruction is available at the City Engineering Department and/or the
Building Department, where the contractor is required to apply for
a City Permit for the driveway construction within the City right-ofway. The permit application and instructions to same along with the
swale acknowledgement form and engineering design standards
are also available on the City’s Website: www.fortlauderdale.gov.
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ASSOCIATION MEMBERS
Peter & Barbara Abrams
Fredericka Achin
Kathryn Adams
Stacie Adler & Charles Capone
Alex & Karin Alfaro
Marie & Joe Alicata
Kathy & Bill Allen
James & Catherine Amos
William & Lisa Anderson
Theodore April & James Murphy
John & Rozann Arena
Amy Arnold & Eric Rogell
Richard & Beverly Atkinson
Michael Avitable & Greg Arcari
Alejandro & Nancy Bacigalupi
Don & Sandra Banaszak
Janice Banken
Joe & Jackie Barber
Walter Baronowski & Marita Murrman
Bruce & Karen Barrett
Catherine Bassett
Jwalanaiah & Poorhima Bellur
Ron & Alice Benjamin
Marie & Bradley Bennett
Andrea Birnhak & Rod Zamora
Rick & Tamela Biro
Robert & Sandra Blaikie
Diane & Dan Blankstrom
Maxine Boggy
Joe Bolton & Sergey Kogan
Christine Boniello
Carl Booker & David Lasalandra
William Borawski
Michel Boulerice
Hugh & Loretta Boyd
Gene & Sheila Brady
Peter & Connie Brandt
Craig & Susan Breckenridge
Jack Brennan & Joeseph Bolzau
John & Susan Bridgman
Pam Brierley & Tammy Brierley
Timothy Brittsan
Carolyn Brown & Edward Marciniak
Steven Brown
Chuck & Nancy Bryant
Sam Budyszewick & Julio MoralesBudyszwick
Maureen Buffington
Gina & Juan Carlos Cabrera
Patty Caliendo
Edenil Camara & Rebecca Rosado
Patricia Camp & Carol Cleaver
Arthur Campbell
Margaret Campoli
Kathleen Cannon
Darlene & Ron Carlson
Mark & Marielle Carlson
F. Gordon Carpenter, Jr.
Sharon & Barry Caso
Maryann Chalkley
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Naomi Charboneau
Ashley & David Christiana
Cynthia & Robert Chruszczyk
Laura & Jeffrey Clark
Jack Clements & Edward Casey
Andrew Cohen
Jeff Cole
Robert Collier, MD & Charles Hunziker
James Collins
Kimberly Colvin
Laurence Combrouze
Richard Comeau & Rienaldo DaSilva
Harold & Joanne Connors, Jr.
David & Mary Anne Cooley
Sylvio Cote
Cynthia & Robert Coyle
Mary & Walter Craig
Thomas Craterfield & Dennis Chartier
Amy & Don Cumming
Hillary & Steven Daigle
James & Kathleen Dailey
Diego & Conchi Dana
David Deacle & Barbara Dee-Deacle
Pam & Ralph Dearden
Jim Demarest
Tom & Judy Dempsey
Jane DePadro
Frank & Betty DeRosa
Rick DeRosia
Frank DesLongchamps & Laurence Cohen
Timothy Desmond & Richard Guerette
Nancy Dew & Robert Goodson
Louise & Michael Diamond
Michael DiDonna
Mark & Bonnie Dissette
Scott Docherty & David Nida
Pietro & Natalie Dodero
Mary Ann & Bill & Monica Dorsel
Robert Duglin & Paul Pham
Kimberly Durham
Robert Durham
Richard & Nicole Duskin
Federico Echegaray
Joseph & Susan El Sheikh
Marcie Ellberger
Steve & Vickie Estler
Carol Everson
Alan Falcone
Michael Fegley
Ron & Susan Filippone
Jill & Adam Fine
Carey & Ellen Fischer
Ken & Joyce Fix
Stephen Fogel & Flora McQueen
Keith & Janet Forsgren
Jim Frank & Fernando Menendez
Ken & Rita Frantz
Stephen Fredrickson
Frederick Freese
Henry Fricke
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Gary Friedman & Scott Hilliman
Sue Fuhr
Jim & Kay Galuppi
Jennifer Ganary
Jose & Chris Garcia
Ray Gardner & Michael (Mike) Adams
Margie & Bob Garland
Christopher Gauldin & Douglas James
Jeff & Linda Gerum
Robin & Tammy Gipps
John & Cindy Gomez
Mark & Grace Goodman
Jane & Michel Goodrich
Karen & Mike Gouveia
Henry Grant
Grace & Walter Grecz
Nate & Jocelyn Greenstein
Kathy Gregory-Guinn & Richard Guinn
John & Jan Grimsley
Karl Gross & Ed Norris
Jean & Marie-Louise Guerin
Paul Guzzardo & Murray Lichtenstein
John & Virginia Hackett
Loretta Hackett
Patricia Hale
Pete & Jodi Hamill
Phil & Susanne Hamilton
Donna Hamilton
Michael & Marcia Hammar
William & Leslie Harley
Dick Haslam
Mark & Michelle Hawthorn
Cornelious Heathwood & William Mull
Ellie Hedges
Theresa & Christopher Herman
Phyllis Hickman
Mario & Martha Hidalgo
Joyce Hill
Bonnie Hodges
Michael Houghtaling & Thomas Wilson
James & Shari Hoy
John Husted
Janet & Ralph Hutchins
Lynn & David Hutchinson
Gordon & Barbara Innes
Eloy & Susan Jaen, Jr.
Mary Jeu de Vine
Charlie Johnston
Kathy & Bradley Jones
Chris & Shannon June
Allan Jurchen
Chris & Tammy Jurvic
Lidette Kafka
Dolores Kaminski & Pierre Riviere
Marty Kaplan & Al Hamilton
Jean Karle
Charles & Karoline Kasper
Lori & Jonny Katz
Helen Kavanaugh
Jonathan Keith & Tracey Keller-Keith
Keith Kleiman
Rob & Kris Klein
Brenda & George Kolos
James Kotz & Bonnie Bolinger
Catherine Kozol
Jim & Laurie Kunkel
Michael Labinski & Joseph DeMasi
Sonya Lambert & Adele Spallone
Kathy LaSalle
John Lelecas
Linda Lemay & Don Lemay
Joseph Lentz & Allan Sugar
Jacques & Wilhalmena Levin
Mark & Elizabeth Lister
Anna & Michael Littlejohn
Michael & Jennifer Longo
David Lowe & Jim Friedrichs
Nancy Lozito
Ron & Jackie Ludwig
Steven & Nancy Lukas
Malcolm & Marci MacInnes
Sachiko Magner
Chris & Diane Maholm
Veronica & Scott Majewski
Terry & Toby Manke
John & Frederica Marschall
Fran & John Martin
Joe & Susan Massaro
Margaret Matinale
Michael Matos
Michael Matrone & Alma Smith
Robert & Suzanne Mayo
Tennina McAnany & Diane Fatkin
Edward McCloskey & Kathleen Petrouske
Donald McCord
Donna & Jack McDonough
Michael McGovern
Barbara McKeon
Alan & Jill Mendel
Leonard & Ann Mercer
Pat & Bill Meyers
Dorothy Miceli
Anthony & Brandi Michaels
Patricia Middleton
Alice Miller
Eugene & Linda Monaco
Luis Montanez
Carol Montiel
Carlos Moran & Steve Hickman
Dee Moustakas & Carolyn Martinez
John & Fran Muller
Bruce & Susan Muntz
Russ & Georgia Murphy
Gayle & Howard Nelson
Jenifer & Jeff NeSmith
Damon & Kathleen Newquist
Madeleine Niedan
Karee & Brad Norton
Linda Nugent
Patty O’Brien & Carole Smith
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Andrzej Obszanski & Jolanta Jaskolska
Elizabeth O’Donnell-Payne
Tara O’Leary
John & Dolores Oliver
Susan & Steve O’Malley
Gary & Elizabeth Ordelheide
Brad & Karen Orlosky
Linda Orsetti
Philip Orsi
Jerry Oshinski & Terry Colli
Jill & Brett Paden
Renata & Richard Palermo
Linda Palmeri
June Parney
Mario Parodi & Roberta Dodero
Betty Pastore & Bonnie Burke
Kelly & Mark Paterson
Liz & Rich Pecororo
Michael Penrod & John Slater
George Perez
William Perkins & Robert Goodman
John Petersen & Shelagh Wilmott
Bernie & Rita Petreccia
Barbara Pickens
Andrew Pickens
Joseph & M.K. Piechura
Ronald & Shirley Pierce
Linda & Larry Posey
James Price & Cheryl Rimel
Jacquline Puga
Jesus Quintero & Maria Chavez
Michael & Dorothy Raimondi
Linley Ray
Jassamine & Jim Redington
Gary & Cheryl Rhoads
Robert & Christine Ribeiro
Aaron Ritter
Bruce & Scharlene Roberts
Betty Robertson
Dick Robison
Irving Rodriguez & Maria Perez
Michael Roe & Robert Fabian
Dave & Vicki Rosenthal
Donald Roth & Bruce Horn
Eloise Ruby
Julie Ruffolo
Raymond Rupinski & Glenn Addis
John Sabia & Johanne Sabia
Anthony Samuels
Jon & Talia Sandola
Raymond Schreiber
Scott Schwab & Mark Messinger
Mark & Jaclyn Schweiger
Gregory & Mary Jane Schweiger
Denise & Leonard Scinto
Alan & Bonnie Shapiro
David Shapiro & Nancy Morgan-Shapiro
Hugh & Karen Sharkey
Pamela Sheley
Betty Shelley
Dobrina & Dimitar Shishkov
Donna Shubert & William Yanicki
Alan Silva & Ed Coyle-Barranco
Phyllis Skelly
Gerald Slakoff
Scott & Lisa Slinko
Warren Smiley, III
Joan & Paul Smith
Glynn & Kathleen Smith
Randy Smith & Jamie Edgemon-Smith
Eugene Smith & David Moon
Janice Soderlund Gee
Sandra & Donald Spence
Tom & Pat Spies
Richard & Bonnie St. John
Mary Steckbeck
Richard & Martha Steinkamp
Steve & Elise Stimpson
Betty Strohmeier
Einar Strom
Kenji & Yumiko Takahashi
Richard Taylor
Bill & Cathy Thixton
Raymond Thompson
Richard & Maggie Tilelli
Robert & Denise Tomlinson
Jack Trautman
Virginia & Ben Treiber
Chris & Cydney Ulrich
Robert & Carol Ungerer
Lorraine Urbanek
Barbara Van Voast
Salomon Vas Dias & Meryl Klein
Dean & Ilene Vaughan
Pedro & Kathy Vazquez
Lorraine & Bill Verano
Virgil & Earleen Virga
Thomas Vokes & Robert Hamilton
Al & Annie Walleser
Lee Walter & Hector Martinez
Andrea Ward
Laura Watson
John Watt & Zhenya Bonchuk
Ronald Webb
Sondra Weiss-Goldman & Evan Goldman
Leslie White & Anna White
Douglas White
Barry Willbrant & David Pickering
Richard & Lynette Williams
Gail Williams
Alan & Sherry Williamson
John & Lisa Wilson
Don & Jo Ann Winsett
Monica Wirth
Bryan & Kathryn Wisner
Thomas Wolf & Fernando Rodrigues
Richard & Yvonne Womack
Don & Gail Wright
Amy & Matt Wright
Zhu Chin George
& Zhu Shan Michael Xiong
Tom Zaccardo
William Zachacki
Ed & Judith Zaparaniuk
Ralph & Joline Zeltman
Steve Zunt & Oscar Mejias
MEMBERSHIP FORM
Civic Association
Name:________________________________________________________________________
Name: ________________________________________________________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
Phone: (________) ___________________________
Email: ____________________________
I’d like to volunteer for Imperial Point Association Yes _____ No ______
Please make checks payable to Imperial Point Association, Inc.
6278 North Federal Hwy, PMB 321 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308-1916
Credit Card & PayPal Payments may be made online at www.imperialpoint.org
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GREATER POMPANO BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NOMINATES
BROWARD HEALTH IMPERIAL POINT CEO BUSINESSWOMAN OF THE YEAR
FOREIGN TRADE ZONE WORKSHOP
Alice Taylor to be recognized at Shining Star Awards Luncheon
The Fort Lauderdale Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ No. 241) is hosting a FTZ Workshop on Thursday, October 16th, 2014 from
8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. with a complimentary breakfast. The workshop is to inform import-export businesses of the
opportunities and benefits of operating in a foreign-trade zone. Experts in the field of international trade logistics
are partnering with Fort Lauderdale FTZ No. 241 for this workshop to provide insight into the application process and
operating with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The event will be held at the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport,
Administration Building at 6000 N.W. 21st Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309.
Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – Broward Health Imperial Point Chief Executive Officer Alice Taylor has been nominated
Businesswoman of the Year by the Greater Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce for her healthcare leadership and
involvement in the community.
Taylor, who has been the hospital’s top administrator since January 2012, is responsible for the 204-bed acute care
hospital that offers medical-surgical inpatient care, behavioral health services and a wide variety of outpatient services.
“Alice is terrific. She’s very intelligent, articulate and her leadership ability sets her apart,” says Ric Green, the Chamber’s
president. “She’s a great contributor to the wellbeing of our community and we at the Chamber are proud to honor the
great work she and the hospital are doing.”
fort lauderdale executive airport
invites you to attend our
Taylor will be on hand to accept her award along with other honorees at the Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa on
Thursday, Sept. 18, during the Pompano Chamber’s 8th
annual Shining Star Awards Luncheon.
Broward Health, providing service for more than 75
years, is a nationally recognized system in South Florida
that offers world-class healthcare to all. Broward Health
includes Broward Health Medical Center, Broward Health
North, Broward Health Imperial Point, Broward Health
Coral Springs, Chris Evert Children’s Hospital, Broward
Health Weston, Broward Health Community Health
Services, Broward Health Physician Group, Broward
Health International, Broward Health Urgent Care and
Broward Health Foundation. For more information,
visitBrowardHealth.org.
Thursday
October 16, 2014
8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
fort lauderdale executive airport
6000 NW 21st Avenue | Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309
topics of discussion
InternatIonal BusIness In Broward County
ALERT ON UNLAWFUL
USE OF FIRE
Bob swindell
HYDRANT
WATER
President & CEO
| Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance
FtZ operator/user overvIew
If a resident encounters a lawn sprayer tanker truck
some unauthorized person
Fairnor
& swanson
who has connected a hose to a City fire
hydrant
and
is
discharging
water
into a tanker
Michael Edwards | Vice President
Operations
truck or other container, please immediately contact either the City of Fort Lauderdale
Utilities Distribution & Collection Manager Rick Johnson at 954-828-7809 or Distribution
FtZ Made
sIMple
Supervisor Keith Hutchison at 954-828- 7682 or contact
the City
Police Department at
954-828-HELP(4357) with the following information: date/time, location of fire hydrant,
Gary M. Goldfarb
company truck name and tag number and if possible, a photograph so the City can
Chief
Strategy
Officer
| Interport
Group of Companies
pursue and investigate. The resident should not engage
into a confrontation
with the
truck driver or person involved in this activity, let the
appropriate
lenny Feldman authorities handle
this matter.
Managing Member | Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.
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FALL BUSTS OUT AT IMPERIAL SQUARE
Update from Your County Commissioner CHIP LAMARCA
Fall Busts Out at IMPERIAL SQUARE’S fine restaurants and shops. TEE-JAY THAI SUSHI will open this fall on November 1st
with a total new atmosphere transforming TEE-JAY THAI SUSHI into a very exciting and unique place to bring your friends
to experience their world class cuisine and “ NEW LOOK”. During the remodel time you can still enjoy the cuisine as the
restaurant will be Open for Takeout and
Delivery service only. PANERA BREAD has a Bust Out new fall menu and it’s amazing full with many fall soups and bakery
items. SMASHBURGER is a favorite for the whole family with many delicious salads, hamburgers, milkshakes and sweet potato
fries. MOOMOO YOGURT has many new fall flavors for a unique treat for the whole family. SWAMI JUICE Busts Out the best
cold pressed natural juice formulas for a healthy lifestyle.
Public Hearings Planned for County’s Fiscal Year 2015 Budget
Members of the public wishing to comment on the proposed Broward County fiscal
year 2015 budget will have an opportunity to do so on Tuesday, September 23rd,
starting at 5:01PM, at the Broward Governmental Center, 115 S. Andrews Ave, Room
422 in Fort Lauderdale. The FY 2015 recommended total budget, which includes tax
supported and non-tax supported funds, is $4.1 billion. Overall, the total budget
increases by $28.5 million due to an increase in the operating and debt service
components and a decrease in the capital budget. The $28.5 million represents
an increase of less than one percent in the total $4.1 billion budget. Under the
current proposed budget the total property tax rate will remain the same as this
year. Most taxpayers will see a small increase in their county taxes, which comprise
approximately 23 percent of their overall property tax bill. A homestead property
owner, with the average taxable value, whose value goes up 1.5% can expect to pay
approximately $17 more in county property taxes in FY 15.
Fall fashions are Busting Out at BELLA ME BOUTIQUE and VIRGILIUS APPAREL for men and women. Visit their stores to see what
is new this season. LEARNING EXPRESS TOYS has just the perfect gifts to delight the children of all ages. Look for the special
holiday programs they have for the children to attend as well as teaching a special craft sessions. JR JEWELERS has Busted
Out the new fall lines for you to preview. SCUBA NETWORK has everything for a fall snorkeling or diving adventure. They have
all the gear and can arrange learning sessions and trips for the whole family.
IN SYNC HAIR SALON & BODY SPA has all the new fall nail colors for that manicure & pedicure for the season. They specialize
in the complete spa experience! GOLDEN CLIPPER BARBER SHOP is busting Out a new look for men both young and old to
experience an old fashion barber shop.
Bust into fall by getting into the “ healthy state of mind”. THE FITNESS CLINIC GYM Busts Out new equipment for the fall. This
gym is a personal training facility or just join and get healthy your way.
GNC NUTIRTION CENTER has all these vitamins and more for a healthy lifestyle. WEIGHT WATCHERS is so convenient with
classes & programs to assist you with losing unwanted pounds. BRICKELL CHIROPRACTIC CENTER can help your aching back
and joints feel better so you can enjoy a pain free healthy lifestyle. THE HEARING CENTER has all the latest hearing aids and
over 30 years of expertise to help you chose the right one with the right fit for you or a loved one.
If you are a “world explorer” and like to travel to far off lands. Beginning October 1st till October 20th EXPEDIA CRUISESHIP
CENTER will be showcasing cruises to ports around the globe offering special deals not available to the general public. Come
in a talk to Jen and Kevin about these “special” offerings.
Join them for a special wine and cheese cruise night October 9th at 6:30pm with Princess Cruise Lines presenting their
beautiful products.
Ideas for Fall renovations for your home come see CLASSIC DECORATIVE HARDWARE and MELTINI KITCHEN & BATH.
SPRINT and FEDEX OFFICE are ready to serve you! EXECUTIVE DRY CLEANERS and LAUNDRY can get those fall clothes ready
to wear.
Chip LaMarca, Broward County
Commissioner-District 4
Now is not the time to increase taxes or fees on taxpayers. I will work hard to
encourage the other commissioners to roll back the tax rate so that Broward
residents see a savings instead.
Public Hearing to be Held September 23rd on Proposed Bus Service Adjustments and Increases to Bus Fares and Passes
The Broward County Commission will hold a public meeting at 2PM on Tuesday, September 23, 2014, at the Governmental
Center, Room 422, 115 South Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, to receive public comments on Broward County Transit (BCT)
proposed bus service adjustments and bus fares and pass increases. If approved, the proposed increase to bus fares and
passes would become effective over two, fiscal year periods: October 1, 2014 and October 1, 2015. The proposed bus service
adjustments will become effective October 13, 2014 for the 595 Express Bus Service, and in January 2015 for the US 1 Breeze.
For more information, including details on the proposed bus fare and service changes, call the BCT Customer Service Center
at 954-357-8400 or visit Broward.org/BCT Again, now is not the time to increase the cost of such vital transportation services
for those most in need.
If there is anything that we can do to assist you with your vision for a better Broward, please do not hesitate to contact our
office at 954.357.7004 or by email atclamarca@broward.org. You can also stay up to date by viewing our website Broward.org/
District4, where you can sign up to receive email updates from our office. As always, it is an honor to serve you.
Best regards
Frankel Accepting Applications for Military Service Academy
Application Deadline: 5:00pm on October 31, 2014
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Frankel is accepting applications from high school students in Florida’s 22nd District
for nominations to the United States armed services academies for an appointment to the Class of 2019.
“Our military academies provide a world-class education while preparing young men and women for a life of service to our
country,” said Frankel.
Interested students should contact Frankel’s district office to obtain an application packet – which details the specific
instructions on the required documents, including an essay, high school transcript, ACT/SAT scores, and letters of
recommendation.
Applicants will be judged on the basis of character, motivation, academic achievement, physical aptitude, and leadership
skills. Completed applications must be submitted to Frankel’s district office by 5:00 pm on October 31, 2014.
The service academies accepting nominations through congressional offices are the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval
Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.
To request a Military Academy Nomination packet, please contact Frankel’s district office at (561) 998-9045.
More information can also be found on http://frankel.house.gov/services/military-academy-nominations/military-academynominations-faq.
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WHAT ARE THEY UP TO NOW?
YARD WASTE
Ask Lori…Parrish on Appraisal
On the back page of the last edition, pictures were published to see what we could
find on updates on these beautiful children.Deirdre was kind enough to respond with
a wonderful story about her boys and is the winner of an Imperial Point T-Shirt.
My name is Deirdre Scott and we live in Imperial Point. My son James is on the back
cover of your latest issue. He is the little red head sitting on a horse.
James is 10 years old now and attends Saint Marks Episcopal School and is in 5th
grade. He is the quarterback for his flag football team at Holiday Park.
James also plays baseball and golf. He will be on the Saint Marks golf team in the
spring.
James has a brother who is 9 years old, Liam, that has Autism. James is so amazing! He
watches over Liam and volunteers at all of Liam’s special needs sports.
Liam has been to see many therapists in the past years but the number one therapist
that stands out the most for Liam is his brother James. We are very proud and love
James for who he is! Compliments of Deirdre Scott, Imperial Point Neighbor
Do Not Pay Companies for a Copy of Your Original Deed!
Dear Lori:
I received a letter today from a company in Davie, Florida stating my property deed is the only
document identifying me as the property owner. They are requesting a $56.50 processing
fee to obtain a certified copy of my deed for me. In your opinion, should I get one, and is this
fee fair? What would it cost me to get it directly from Broward County?
P.W., Deerfield Beach (via email)
I actually received the same letter at my home. This mailing is a solicitation from a private
company selling copies of certified deeds at a rate much higher than one needs to pay. While
this practice is misleading, it is in fact, legal. You can actually obtain a certified copy of your
deed from Broward County for just a few dollars.
Shepherd of the Coast Christian School
A certified copy of a document has the legal validity of the original document. Your deed is a document or written legal
instrument which, when executed and delivered, conveys an interest in or legal title to a property. If you have lost or
misplaced your original deed you can obtain a certified copy from the Broward County Records, Taxes and Treasury Division,
in person, or by mail. Deeds recorded prior to 1978 must be ordered in person or by written request. The county charges
a nominal fee for reproduction ($1.00 a page/$2.00 certified). If you have questions for the County Records Division, they
can be reached at 954.831.4000. (Note: the County Records Division is NOT affiliated with the Property Appraiser’s Office.)
Sincerely,
Lori Parrish, CFA
If you have a question for Lori, please email her at lori@bcpa.net or write to her at the Broward County Property Appraiser’s
Office, 115 South Andrews Avenue, Room 111, and Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. (June, 2014)
UPCOMING OPEN HOUSE Saturday, October 18th from 8:30 – 11:30 am Saturday, November 15th from 8:30 – 11:30 am Non-certified copies of deeds and many other important documents are available for free online at Broward County
Records, Taxes and Treasury Division’s website (www.broward.org/records), which is also linked from our office’s website.
Reviewing and obtaining a non-certified copy of your deed is simple: Go to www.bcpa.net and go to “Property Search”
page, select the “Owner Name” button, and search by your last name, followed by a comma, and then your first name.
After hitting the SEARCH button, you must select your property from a list. To select your property, choose the “Parcel
Number” that is in the same row as your address. All the information on your property will be displayed. More than half
way down this page, there will be a section labeled “Sales History.” Select the top “Book Number or CIN” (colored blue) to
view the most current version of the deed.
If you need more information about viewing deeds, please visit our website at www.bcpa.net or contact our office directly
at 954.357.6830.
Now Enrolling Infants through Grade 8 1901 East Commercial Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33308 954.772.5468 www.shepherdofthecoast.org We accept Step Up For Students Scholarships Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School and Learning Center admits students of any race, or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at our school. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of our educational policies and other school administered programs. Follow our office at:
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If you have a question for Lori, please email her at
lori@bcpa.net or write to her at the Broward County
Property Appraiser’s Office, 115 South Andrews
Avenue, Room 111, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301.
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