West Park News 8.2011 by Community Newspapers

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AUGUST 2011

WEST PARK NEWS

WHO’S WHO

It’s That Time Again (Budget)

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2011 Legislative Session Update BY: YOLANDA CASH JACKSON, ESQ. Becker & Poliakoff, P.A.

The 2011 Legislative Session began on March 8, 2011 in Tallahassee, FL.. Due to the struggling economy, legislators were faced with an unprecedented budget shortfall of over $4 billion. After the 2010 Election, Republicans now hold a veto-proof majority in both the Senate and House. In addition, Republicans control each office in the Florida Cabinet. Debate on many controversial measures centered on education reform, pension reform, TABOR, a immigration reform, abortion, unemployment compensation, to name a few. As Session drew to a close on May 7, 2011, the final act was the passage of the $69.7 bil-

lion State budget. On May 26, 2011, Governor Rick Scott signed the $69.1 billion Budget into law while administering $615 million in vetoes. CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS During the 2011 Session, legislators approved the following proposed constitutional amendments for the November 2012 General Election ballot. In order to pass, each amendment would require at least 60% voter approval. Abortion (HJR 1179) - This amendment would place the federal ban on use of all public funds for abortion in the State’s Constitution. It would also overturn all court decisions that rely on privacy rights in the

Florida Constitution to reject abortion restrictions. Confirming Justices (HJR 7111) – If passed, the Senate would confirm new justices to the Florida Supreme Court. The Legislature, by simple majority vote, could void court rules. Investigations of judicial misconduct – now confidential – would be available to the House in advance of impeachment proceedings. Capping State Revenue (SJR 958) - This amendment would impose a limit on state revenues based on a formula that includes

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contemplating the possibility of additional service cuts as they struggle to balance their budgets. As has often been stated before, the City of West Park is not immune to these fiscal challenges. In fact, since our inception declining property values that eats away at the budget and erode undesignated fund balances have been an annual occurrence. Fortunately, however, the City has been able to temporarily absorb, to a limited extent, this strain without the necessity of cutting services to the community. West Park is a

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As summer winds down and we await the cool breezes and changing colors of fall I hope that you are having an enjoyable summer. The summer of 2011 has proven to be one of the warmest on record thus far and it certainly can be seen by the attendance at local pools, ball diamonds, and the many friends out for a stroll in the warm summer air. Please be sure to read through the various articles in this newsletter as we share quite a bit of information that can help you in the months to come. As the City Commission and administration begin to work on the 2012 budget, I would like to thank the residents of West Park and City staff for their efforts, support, and cooperation as we all worked together to weather the economic downturn being experienced throughout all communities. I can assure you that we

will again work hard to continue providing all with the services and amenities we have grown to enjoy. The significant fiscal challenges of recent years are continuing for municipalities in the State. In fact, in the past year, the situation for most cities and villages has gotten worse. Further cuts to statutory revenue sharing payments to local units of government have been proposed by the State Legislature on top of a string of previous cuts, along with existing fiscal pressures such as fee increases, regulatory mandates and quickly rising employee benefit costs especially associated with health care. The result is that once again many municipalities are

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BY MAYOR ERIC H. JONES JR.

In City Government

Mayor Eric H. Jones, Jr.

Vice Mayor Felicia M. Brunson

Commissioner Thomas Dorsett

Commissioner Sharon Fyffe

Commissioner Rita “Peaches” Mac k

City Manager W. Ajibola Balogun

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Carver Ranches Boys and Girls Club Makeover Over 250 volunteers conducted a massive one-day makeover of the Carver Ranches Boys & Girls Club, which has served thousands of young people since 1995. The project was organized by OmnicomCares and Zimmerman Advertising. The one-day renovation included new construction, equipment, and artwork both inside and outside the building. A signature element of the project was the design and painting of 5 murals designed by Zimmerman’s creative team. The murals will be one of South Florida’s largest “paint-by-number” projects. The City of West Park was represented at the event.

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BUDGET,

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“Community of Neighbors” because of all of you. Your comments, support, and recommendations are always appreciated. I look forward to seeing you this fall as we begin the journey of balancing our budget. Finally, there has been a great deal of debate in the last few months over the cutback in health services and the way this will affect our community. We have

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been in touch with those parties who make the decisions and we are still seeking solutions. With the economy in its current state, we must always look at better ways to administer public health services through new partnerships in the community. Changing the culture and structure of any organization is difficult and is usually met with resistance. That certainly has been the case with health care. Let me close by wishing each of you a most enjoyable rest of the summer. We have so much to be proud of here in West Park!

IN OTHER LEGISLATIVE NEWS:

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changes in population and inflation. Veterans Property Taxes (SJR 592) - This amendment would expand discounts on property taxes to all veterans disabled as a result of combat, not just those who are Florida residents. Property Taxes (HJR 381) – This amendment would give a series of property tax breaks to first-time homebuyers, commercials property and those with second homes in Florida. First time homebuyers would receive a homestead exemption worth up to $200,000 to be phased out over five years. It lowers the cap on the amount a property assessor can raise the assessed value of a commercial property and non-homestead second homes from 10 percent each year. Health Insurance Mandates (SJR 2) – This amendment would place language in the Florida Constitution stating that no law can “compel, directly or indirectly,” anyone to carry health insurance, setting up a legal feud between Florida and the federal government over requirements of the federal health care law championed by President Barack Obama. Religious funding (SJR 1218) – This amendment would repeal current prohibition of state funding, directly or indirectly, for religious institutions.

BACK TO SCHOOL TAX HOLIDAY – August 12-14, 2011 The Governor and Legislators approved the always popular sales tax holiday for back to school supplies. Clothing and shoes less than $75 and school supplies less than $15 sold during those three days will be tax-free. REDISTRICTING: Every 10 years, Legislators are tasked with creating new Congressional and Legislative districts based on the U.S. Census data. This past November, voters handedly approved Amendments 5 and 6 which would require the Legislature to create Fair Districts. Currently, legislators are holding public hearings throughout the State to allow citizens the opportunity to provide input on how those lines should be redrawn.

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Vice Mayor Brunson’s Welcome Back to School – Message for Parents BY VICE MAYOR BRUNSON

The 2010-2011 school year is just around the corner. The City Commission and Staff of West Park look forward to welcoming your children back to school. We would like to encourage parents to attend the orientation or back-to-school night scheduled at your child’s school. Preparing for a new school year can be a little unnerving for parents and students, so we encourage parents to ease the transition from summer break by meeting with your child’s teacher and learning what he/she has planned for this year. We want to make certain that every student is able to achieve his or her potential to the fullest, but many things need to be in place to help them achieve this goal. One of those things is your assistance. We firmly believe the education of children in the City of West Park is a shared responsibility between us, the schools, parents and students. Therefore, stayed tuned throughout the year as the West Park Community Newspaper will provide messages from

your children’s schools about open houses, parent meetings, etc. As we work collaboratively to assure that each child in the City receives the best education possible, we need your cooperation. If you have a question or concern, call your child’s teacher. If you need assistance, let the principal know. I hope everyone had a restful summer as we look forward to a successful 2010-2011 school year! Contact me at City Hall with your educational ideas, suggestions or concerns. I represent you and appreciate your input into the continued success of our beloved city. I can be reached at (954) 889-4164 or via email at: fbrunson@cityofwestpark.org.

The Broward Public Hearing on Redistricting will take place on Tuesday, August 16, 2011, 6p.m. – 9p.m., at Broward College in Davie, FL. All West Park residents are encouraged to attend and voice their opinions. SESSION 2012: Legislators will be called back for Interim Committee meetings starting this September in order to prepare for the upcoming 2012 Legislative Session. I will continue to work with our hard working legislators, State Senator Gwen Margolis and State Representative Joseph Gibbons in advocating on behalf of the residents of the City of West Park. The 2012 Regular Session will begin on January 10, 2012.

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FROM THE DESK OF NOTICE FROM COMMISSIONER FYFFE MISSING PET COMMISSIONER DORSETT To all Residents: As a reminder, Kaycee, the little white and light brown dog (Lhasa Apso and Bichon Frise) belonging to the Budd family in Lake Forest is still missing. PLEASE keep your eyes on alert for Kaycee and help bring her back home. There is a $1,000 cash reward for information regarding her whereabouts, no questions asked. Please call 954-579-0270.

BY COMMISSIONER THOMAS DORSETT

Earlier this year, I was elected as the new chair of the SR7/441 Collaborative Steering committee. In this capacity, I am working to ensure that the residents and business owners of West Park partner with other communities to eventually promote a SR7/US441 corridor that will be economically sound

with 4- to 6-story buildings lining a pedestrian friendly corridor with wide sidewalks and impressive landscaping. To assist with redevelopment efforts, the City created the Transit Oriented Corridor (TOC). The TOC was established in 2007 to promote redevelopment of the corridor and develop a quality mixed use environment within the City. The TOC was also intended to encourage a pedestrian friendly, transit oriented environment to include benches, street furniture, shade structures, landscaping, light fixtures, trash

and aesthetically pleasing. There are 16 governmental jurisdictions that span the SR7/441 corridor in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties. With talk of road widening projects on the horizon, my concern (among other things) is making it clear that any proposed bus rapid transit system or light rail system should have a stop within the City of West Park. The people of West Park deserve an opportunity to participate in the projected economic prosperity fo the area. You have probably already noticed that some of the SR7/441 beautification projects are already underway â&#x20AC;&#x201C; such as landscaping improvements between County Line Road and 25th Street within the City. These improvements are in line with what residents had envisioned more than five years as a part of a community Charrette. As a result of the Charrette, residents are expecting that a transformed SR7/441 corridor will sere as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Main Streetâ&#x20AC;? for West Park

receptacles and bicycle parking. The City is always open to partnership options that will help these revitalization efforts for the SR7/441 corridor. Likewise, the South Florida Regional Planning Council is already partnering with cities to provide services to communities along the SR7/441 corridor. The City if currently working with the City of Miramar on lighting improvements and transportation initiatives for increased economic development. West Park residents are encouraged to articulate their visions for our community. While the Strategic Master Plan will ultimately guide redevelopment activities along the length of the corridor, as Chair, I will keep West Park residents informed and speak out when it comes to furthering the economic goals of the City Commission and of our great community. If you have any questions or wish to discuss any issues of concern, please contact me at 954.889.4163.

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The Work Must Now Begin! BY VICE MAYOR BRUNSON

OI can hardly believe that it’s August. July seems to have been swallowed up in a whirlwind of sunshine and activity. OOver the next couple of months your Commission and Staff will work out our budget for the upcoming year. Although we are proud of what we have done in the past 6 years, we know that the upcoming year won’t be easy. As a community, West Park has taken a lot of blows. And I hate saying it, but I expect we’ll take a few more before the hard times are done. However, it is not time to nurture resentment and assign blame. It is a time to pull together for the good of our community. I can’t predict what direction the Commission will likely take, or how we will decide to get there. But I do know two things. First, we have to reinvent the way we do several things – both here at City Hall and in the community at large. Second, we have to work together as a

community more aggressively than we ever have before. West Park is a terrific place to live – so much so that sometimes we become a little complacent and take it for granted that somehow or other things will work out fine in the end. But in this time of

financial crisis, we cannot take anything for granted. We must devote ourselves to reshaping the way we do things in order to lay the foundation for a future that is both prosperous and sustainable. We must be prosperous as a community, because without prosperity we cannot achieve anything else we want. But our prosperity must be enduring, based on achieving long-term economic goals, not short-term profits. West Park has reinvented its economy many times over the past 6 years, and we are well positioned to reinvent our economy again in order to ensure generations of prosperity. Yes, much progress has been made. But we must continue to find ways to offer viable alternatives. We must continue to provide services and support to our residents. We must remain committed to recognizing that we’re only as strong as our weakest link, and that a community embraces its entire family, even those

who need a helping hand. We’ve made good progress — and a good part of this field has been plowed — but we still have further to go before all of West Park can reap the benefits of the goodwill it has sown. We must be financially sustainable as a City, otherwise we will not be able to provide our constituents with the things they want and need. This will require increasing revenues, reinventing how we do things, sharing community resources and helping each other, so we will never again be faced with the difficult choices we confront now. The key to all of this is planning, preparation and forward thinking. These are the steps that lead down the road to successful, sustainable progress. If we make progress in all these areas – enduring prosperity and a financially sustainable city government– then we will go a long way toward achieving our most important goal, which is to maintain and improve the quality of life of the people who live in West Park, both today and in the future. These are big challenges West Park! But I look forward to working with the Commission, Staff and you, the community at large, to lay the foundation for a better future. My pledge to you as we go through this budget season is I will continue to do my best to be a leader and servant to all the beloved residents of West Park. Let the work begin! Remember to contact me at City Hall with your ideas, suggestions or concerns. I represent you and appreciate your input on the continued success of our beloved City. I can be reached at (954) 889-4164 or via email fbrunson@cityofwestpark.org.

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Health Care Services for West Park Residents It is important for residents of West Park, and the greater Hollywood area, to know that health care services are available and where they may be accessed. In addition to the services of private providers, the following is a brief outline of services that may be available to you and your family: Memorial Primary Care Centers provide a wide scope of medical services for uninsured and underinsured adults and children who reside in south Broward County. Services such as immunizations, family planning and HIV testing are provided through a complete plan of care aimed at treating the entire patient, rather than addressing singular medical needs. Access to Memorial Primary Care Centers requires an eligibility process. Prospective patients must complete an application and provide a series of documents and proof of residency to help determine eligibility and access to services. This eligibility process may take an average of three months. For a list of eligibility requirements and services provided at the Memorial Primary Care Center in Hollywood, visit www.mhs.net. Broward Community & Family Health Centers offer affordable health care services in West Park, Hollywood, and Pompano Beach. Services include Immunizations, Family Planning, Pediatrics, Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health, Diabetes Education/Management, Hypertension Management, Well-Child Care/Kidcare, Smoking Cessation, HIV/AIDS Testing, and more. Discounted fees and prescription assistance may be available to you and your family. For more information on Broward Community & Family Health Centers visit www.bcfhc.org. The Broward County Health Department South Regional Health Center will continue to offer Special Supplemental Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) and Dental services. However, immunizations (for children,

adults, and travel), Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) health care services, Teen Health, Family Planning and Pharmacy services will no longer be available at this site. Many of these services will continue to be offered at three other Broward County Health Department Health Centers located at: Fort Lauderdale Health Center 2421 SW 6th Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 Bus route: 6 Edgar Mills Multi-Purpose Center 900 NW 31st Avenue (MLK Blvd.) Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 Bus routes: 40 & 36* Paul Hughes (North) Health Center 205 NW 6th Avenue Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Bus routes: 20 & 42*

*From the South these bus routes connect with Route 6 and Fort Lauderdaleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Central Bus Terminal from the Hollywood, West Park, Hallandale and Pembroke Park areas: 5, 9, 15, 16 and 28. For more information, please visit www.browardchd.org or call (954) 4674705 to make an appointment.

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School is Back Slow Down around School Zones BY VICE MAYOR BRUNSON

Don’t blink! Summer has nearly passed us by. As the summer months wind down and children head back to school, I would like to encourage you to slow down around school zones in the City. For many adults, whether we have children or not, this time of year can be quite hectic. Most people are back to work and the relatively quiet traffic period of the school holidays is a distant memory. When we’re in a hurry to beat the traffic or running late for work, it can be easy to forget to slow down around schools. School speed zones are significantly reduced because during their hours of operation, they are dangerous places for children, pedestrians and motorists. Many people I talk with know of a tragedy or near-disaster involving cars and kids around schools. Because of this, many realize safety around schools is too important to compromise. I urge all motorists to be conscious of their responsibility to slow down when driving through school zones, and to only park or drop off children in areas where it is permitted. By working together we can help make our schools safer for everybody. Let us put the care and well-being of our community’s children at the forefront of our thoughts as we commute each day.

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Spotlight on Camp: Summer Food Service Program By Parks and Recreation Department On Thursday, June 16, we were privileged to be chosen for an NBC6 news feature. The story highlighted the City’s participation in the 2011 USDA Summer Food Service Program and this year’s

Summer Break Spot campaign. As part of the campaign, the City is proudly serving summer meals to any eligible public school student in Broward County between kindergarten and high school. The Summer Food Service Program offers breakfast and lunch to

over 240 children daily for a projected total of over 18,000 meals served over the summer break. The City’s extensive marketing efforts, including a public service announcement from former Miami Heat legend Alonzo Mourning, have made this program a great success.

For more information on Summer Food Service Program sites within the City of West Park, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 954-985-1990.

Conchita Espinosa Academy Bringing out the extraordinary in every child

Applications are now available for the K-4 through 8th grade 2011-2012 academic year. New K-4 and K-5 Learning Center. Call for a private visit.

Visit our website and apply online www.conchitaespinosa.com or call 305.227.1149.

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CITY OF WEST PARK, FLORIDA NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION The Municipal Special Election of the City of West Park, Florida, at which qualified electors will elect three (3) City Commissioners: Seat One (1), Seat Three (3), and Seat (4) will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 in all regular Broward County polling places in West Park, Florida. Polls shall open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 7:00 p.m. Persons seeking election may qualify with the City Clerk from noon on Thursday, September 1, 2011, and closing at noon on Thursday, September 8, 2011. All qualified electors of the City of West Park whose names appear in the registration books in the Office of the Supervisor of Elections of Broward County, Florida will be eligible to vote in said election. The registration books shall be open until 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 11, 2011, for the purpose of registering and the hours of registration shall be as follows: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Office of the Broward County Supervisor of Elections, the Broward County Governmental Center at 115 South Andrews Avenue, Room #102, Fort Lauderdale, Florida or at any Supervisor of Elections office or Broward County public branch libraries during their regular business hours. Absentee voters shall be permitted in said election through the Office of the Supervisor of Elections of Broward County. This Municipal Special Election shall be held in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida; in accordance with the City Charter and applicable city codes of the West Park, Florida.

ELECTION 2011: DATES TO REMEMBER Notice of Election

August 1 – August 31, 2011 (F.S. 100.021) Twice during the 30 days before qualifying.

August 4

Last date to submit petitions if qualifying by petition (F.S. 99.095(3)

August 22

Resignations due pursuant to Resign-to-Run Law (F.S. 99.012)

Qualifying

noon, September 1 – noon, September 8, 2011

September 8

5:00 p.m. ballot information due and copies of Loyalty Oaths

September 8

Last to day notify the Supervisor if an election is not necessary.

October 11

Book Closing

October 7

Last day to remit filing fees to Florida Elections Commission (F.S. 99.093) Within 30 days after qualifying.

November 2

Tentative date for the Logic and Accuracy (L&A) (F.S. 101.131)

November 7

Sample Ballot Notice

(F.S. 101.20 prior to day of the election)

TREASURER’S REPORTS Report Type G1 G2 G3 G4 TR TR

Period Covered 7/1 – 9/16 9/17 – 9/30 10/1 – 10/14 10/15 – 11/3 7/1 – 12/7 11/4 – 2/6/12

Due Date September 23 October 7 October 21 November 4 December 7, 2011 (Unopposed) February 6, 2012

November 8

Election

November 11

Supervisor to provide Election Certification

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FROM THE DESK OF COMMISSIONER FYFFE Letter to Residents: MY MINI-VACATION I am back to work after a very nice mini-vacation. My brother and sister-inlaw came down to visit our mom. We could not travel far from home, so we dreamed up a pleasant family good time right here in our local community. We started out with a visit to our new City Hall. We did the grand tour and they were impressed. Many of you have still not visited our City Hall and are still asking where it is located. If you are in the vicinity of the Home Depot on 441, you need just look at the building south of Home Depot and you will see our new City Hall entrance. Take an aside and stop by. Ask at the front desk for the “Grand Tour”. This is your City Hall; you will be welcomed, guided through the offices and Commission Chamber and introduced to our staff. The next day we decided to picnic in the park. We made hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill and stuffed ourselves with all the extras. When the hot coals began to fade away, we took out marshmallows, graham crackers and chocolate and, yes, S’MORES. It’s been a long time since I ate one of those fattening treats. We went home and cooled off in the pool. We also walked through the flea market and made some purchases. We tried a new restaurant in our adjoining city and walked up and down the streets visiting the shops. Being from the north, my family wanted to spend some time on the beach. There are several designated public access areas to the beach along A1A. But my favorite is the one off Magnolia Street. There is plenty of public parking and the walk to the sand is just a short distance. So we brought plenty of drinks, an umbrella, sunscreen, snacks and we spread out the towels. Yes, it was hot. We soaked ourselves in the cool ocean water for most of the time. The water was clear, the swells were less than a foot. It was just a sunny, pleasant afternoon and something I wish I would do more often. On another evening we decided to visit Studio 18. It was my first visit there. Studio 18 is an art studio for experienced and beginning artists to learn and practice their skills. It is located off of University Drive between Pembroke Road and Pines Boulevard, across from Perry Airport. The address is 1101 Poinciana Drive in

Pembroke Pines, right in our backyard. At Studio 18 there are 20 studios for artists to rent and wall after wall of artworks on display. You can see pottery making, oil painting, figure drawing, and watercolor. There is a well-known Artist-in-Residence on the premises. I attended the figure drawing class one evening. They had a live model posing for the group. People were set up at easels drawing with charcoal and pencils. All the artist studios have glass doors so we could peek inside and see the artwork and sometimes the artist at work. Outside the front entrance are garbage dumpsters that were donated and set up by Waste Management. These dumpsters are on exhibit now in the studio parking lot. The exhibit is called, “WE GOT DUMPED”. Ten artists used the dumpsters as canvases for their creative artwork. It was very interesting. It is so nice to see all this creativity being expressed so close to our community. For more information on Studio 18’s activities, call 954-961-6067. My college major was art, specifically oil painting and figure drawing. I continue always to recognize the importance of cultural arts to the well-being of a community. In my City Hall office, I have set up a display of artwork by local West Park artists. I welcome all West Park artists to bring in your artwork for display. Residents are welcome to visit my office and view the artwork before and after each Commission meeting, or by appointment at your convenience. On that note, I would like to introduce three West Park artists to you: MARY BAPTY (Lake Forest) JAIME PINZON (Lake Forest) MARLA JOHNSON (Lake Forest) My mini-vacation with my family was too short but a lot of fun. My family went home; I could tell they had a good time. My mom especially had a good time too. Have you done any fun activity this summer that our residents would like to hear about? Do send me an email at sharonhous@aol.com and let me know about it. Call and let me assist you with any concerns you have. If everything is good, let me know that too. If we have not yet met, let’s make it a point to do so. Feel free to call me at: 954-963-7745. Enjoy the rest of your summer.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING (2nd Meeting) NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC CALMING PLAN: STUDY AREA “A” Date: Time: Place:

Thursday, August 4, 2011 6:00 PM City Hall, Commission Chamber 1965 S. State Rd. 7, West Park, Florida 33023

You are invited to attend a Public Meeting regarding proposed traffic calming plan for your neighborhood. The boundary of this study area is: North Boundary: South Boundary: West Boundary: East Boundary:

Hallandale Beach Blvd County Line Road (NE 215 Street) State Road 7 SW 56th Avenue

The purpose of this traffic calming plan is to create a conceptual plan to address cutthrough traffic and speeding issues within the neighborhood. At the Public Meeting, the City’s consultants will present results of field data collected and traffic calming options for residents’ consideration. For more information, please call City Hall at (954) 989-2688.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING (2 nd Meeting) NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC CALMING PLAN: STUDY AREA “B” Date: Time: Place:

Thursday, August 18, 2011 6:00 PM City Hall, Commission Chamber 1965 S. State Rd. 7, West Park, Florida 33023

Pembroke Road Hallandale Beach Blvd SW 58 th Avenue SW 40 th Avenue

The purpose of this traffic calming plan is to create a conceptual plan that would address the cut-through traffic and speeding issues within the neighborhood. At the Public Meeting, the City’s consultants will present results of field data collected and traffic calming options for the residents’ consideration. For more information, please call City Hall at (954) 989-2688.

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PLANNING AND ZONING FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BY SARAH SINATRA GOULD, AICP Planning Department Manager

Question: Can I have a mobile barbecue stand? Answer: The City does not permit mobile barbecue stands or mobile vending of any kind. Question: Do I need a permit for a portable storage unit? Answer: Yes, please contact the Building Department for a permit at 954-989-2688. Portable storage units are permitted in residential areas for up to 14 consecutive days, not more than 28 days in a calendar year. In non-residential districts, this limitation is 30 consecutive days, not more than 60 days in a calendar year. Question: Can I have banners or pennants advertising my business? Answer: No, only for grand opening occasions. A permanent sign is required. Question: Can I operate a business out of my home? Answer: You may operate a home based business, but you may not have advertising, outside equipment, customers or employees, other than the home’s occupants, at the

home based business. You must also obtain a Business Tax License for your home based business. Contact City Hall at 954.989.2688 for the required application. Question: Can I sell used cars in West Park? Answer: Yes, but you must have a nonresidential property with at least three acres in order to sell used cars. Question: I want to open up a business, but the code says that it is a Special Exception. What does that mean? Answer: A Special Exception describes a type of “use” in the code. These uses are considered suitable for the district, but the character and nature of the uses are such that they may necessitate controls and safeguards to better serve the community. The Special Exception application is considered by the City Commission at a public hearing. To obtain a Special Exception application, contact the Planning and Zoning Department. The Planning and Zoning Department is here to serve the community. If you have any questions, please contact us at 954266-6495.

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Keep West Park Clean. Report Illegal Dumping! From Code Enforcement Illegal Dumping Illegal dumping is the improper disposal of waste at any location other than a permitted landfill or facility. It is not only against the law, but illegal dumping also poses a threat to human health and the environment. Also known as open dumping or midnight dumping, illegal dumping usually happens in open areas along roadsides and frequently occurs late at nights, however it has being reported that many dumping in our city takes place during the day. The waste is primarily non-hazardous material that is dumped to avoid disposal fees or the time and effort required for proper disposal. Where is the material dumped? The common location used for illegal dumping often includes abandoned homes, vacant lots and alleyways. It is illegal to allow open dumping on your property. Often property owners try to benefit financially by charging a fee to someone who in turns dumps waste on the property or swale area of the property.

Illegal dumping in an alleyway.

What can I do? If you see illegal dumping or open dumping: • Call Broward Sheriff’s Office non-emergency number: 954765-4321 or Code Enforcement: 305-814-8549. • Write down the tag number of the vehicle along with the make, model and color. • Take good note of the person conducting the violation, looking at ethnicity, gender and notable features such as any tattoos or scars. Illegal dumping in front of a vacant lot.

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• • • • 2011 SUMMER CAMP • • • •

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Subaru Tribeca a crossover loaded with safety features Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR

LET’S TALK CARS The Subaru Tribeca continues as a favorite crossover SUV with American consumers even though there are virtually no changes for the new 2011 model. All three trim lines — Premium, Limited and Touring — now carry seven passengers. Subaru added the Touring model to the lineup last year and gave it several additional luxury features over the Limited. Increased customer demand for more comfort in crossover SUVs prompted Subaru to add the design features and luxury amenities in the Touring model. They include HID headlights, monochrome exterior paint scheme, power moonroof; rear vision camera with monitor in auto-dimming mirror, silverpainted roof rails, a silver-painted front underguard and seven-spoke alloy wheels. A Bluetooth hands-free phone module also is standard on the Limited and Touring lines, as is XM satellite radio. On the road, Tribeca delivers a positive

driving experience, thanks to Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) and four-wheel traction control (TCS) that enhance the capabilities of the standard Variable Torque Distribution (VTD) version of Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Tribeca also comes with Brake Assist on its standard ABS brake system, which analyzes the force on the brake pedal and increases hydraulic boost to provide enhanced emergency braking, even activating the ABS system early if needed. On the outside, Tribeca has a crisp, aerodynamic design with a swept-back windshield. Up front, the grille is integrated into the front bumper and has a chrome spreadwing design, with the Subaru star cluster badge as the focal point. Under the hood, the Subaru 3.6-liter, 256 hp Boxer engine produces powerful low-end torque and its use of regular-grade fuel helps lower operating costs. The Active Valve Control System (AVCS) variable valve timing is used on both the intake and exhaust camshafts and the engine sustains at least 225 pounds-feet of torque from 2,000 to 6,000 rpm. Mated to a specially tuned fivespeed automatic transmission, Tribeca has good acceleration and is exceptionally smooth and responsive in everyday driving.

Tribeca grille is integrated into the front bumper in a chrome spread-wing design around the Subaru star cluster badge.

Tribeca is built around the Ring-Shaped Reinforcement Frame structure proven in Subaru models for over a decade. It is equipped with occupant-sensing, dual-stage driver and passenger airbags, front seatmounted side impact air bags and standard curtain side air bags (front and second rows). A rollover sensor can detect a potential vehicle rollover and deploy the standard side curtain airbags. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave the Tribeca its highest five-star rating in all of New Car

Assessment Program (NCAP) crash tests and a four-star rating in tests for rollover resistance. Tribeca also was a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Pricing on the 2011 Subaru Tribeca starts at $31,220.

Ron Beasley is the automotive editor for Miami’s Community Newspapers. He may be contacted by calling 305-662-2277, ext. 261, or by addressing email correspondence to <LetsTalkCars@aol.com>.

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Important to remember swimming safety during summer vacation

Al Sunshine CBS MONEY WATCH Every summer, we hear about the tragedies of kids drowning in the pool or at the beach. These accidents are unfortunate, but they also are avoidable. By following some simple safety guidelines, you can keep your kids safe this summer while also allowing them to have a good time.

KEEP A CLOSE EYE ON YOUR KIDS While this may seem like the most obvious tip, time and time again many drowning incidents occur because parents turn their eyes away from a child only momentarily. It can happen when you least expect it, and all it takes is a few seconds for them to slip out of your sight or go too far out into the water. All children should be supervised when they are in the water, no matter their swimming skill level. If you leave your child with a babysitter, make sure he or she knows the pool rules and that they will supervise pool activity. GET THEM INTO SWIMMING LESSONS Knowing how to swim does not guarantee that a child will never drown, but if your home has a swimming pool or is near any body of water, it is important that your kids at least know how to float and are comfortable when they’re in the water. FENCING Fences have been proven as the most effective means of preventing drowning accidents, even more so than pool covers and the alarms that are available. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission

(CPSC), fences should stand at least four feet tall, with no foot or handrails for kids to climb on. Slats should be less than four inches apart and, for a chain link, no larger than 1.75 inches. Gates should be self-closing and self-latching with the latch way out of childrens’ reach.

POOL ETIQUETTE It’s important to teach your kids how to act when around the pool or at the beach. When kids get around their friends, they tend to like to horseplay and be silly. But it’s important to stress to them that they should not run around the pool, push others into the pool or dive into areas marked “no diving.” Also remind them to get out of the pool immediately if the weather starts to get bad. Teach kids to stay away from the pool when an adult is not around, so that they will keep that same mindset while at friends’ homes. KEEP A PHONE HANDY When supervising kids swimming, make sure a cordless phone or cell phone is at your fingertips. Every second counts when a child is in danger. If you receive a call while supervising, make sure to keep your conversation brief to keep from getting distracted. WAVES When at the beach, don’t allow kids to swim in large waves or to stand with their back to the water, as they can easily get knocked down. Make sure they are prepared for rip currents by teaching them to swim parallel to the shore, or to tread water and yell for the lifeguard’s help if caught in a rip current or undertow. Watch Al Sunshine’s “Money Watch” reports Monday-Friday beginning at noon. You may find Al’s blog at cbsMiami.com.

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Play It Safe! From the Police Department If someone pointed one of these guns at you would you think it was fake? Many people are concerned that the realism of toy guns makes them dangerous. Parents need to be aware that giving a fake gun to irresponsible children can put their child in danger. The main concern surrounding toy gun safety is the realistic nature of the weapons themselves. Some plastic guns, for example, are exact replicas of lethal firearms in both appearance and even weight. The only notable difference between a lethal weapon and a fake gun is the orange tip at the gun barrel’s end. The guns are made to look exactly like the real thing except for the orange barrel tip. Criminals sometimes remove the orange tip to perpetrate a crime with the toy gun. Kids also frequently take the tips off for some reason, making their toys appear to be lethal weapons. Here are some important safety tips: • Never remove the brightly colored orange warning tip from the barrel of the toy

weapon. • Never bring the gun to school or into any public building – this could result in panic, alarm and criminal charges. • Youngsters need to understand that they should never point a toy gun or any weapon at anyone. • Children should understand that if they display a toy gun in public or from a vehicle it may be perceived as real weapon and could result in a not-very-pleasant encounter with the police. • Remember– If police are called they will be responding to a 911 gun call! • If you are confronted by a police officer while playing with a fake gun, drop the gun, stay calm and follow the officer’s orders to the letter. • Tell the officer that the gun is not real. • Do not make any sudden movements and DO NOT argue with the officers. If we all work together we can make the City of West Park a safer place to live.

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• EDUCATIONAL AND TEEN ADVICE • very challenging.

Toby Rose ASK TOBY I am doing my college applications and there is a question regarding my religion and race. Across the board, these college and universities do not require me to answer these questions. What do you think? I think you should answer the question. If you were denied admission because of your race or religion, I don’t think it would be a good fit for you. What is your opinion of NYU – New York University? I think it is one of the best universities in the United States. They have over 230 majors and more than 4,500 courses. The average class size is less than 20. NYU isn’t for every student. You must, in my opinion, be very mature and be able to “handle” New York City. If you haven’t visited NYU, you are not aware of the fact that when you step outside the classroom you step into New York City. They do not have a campus like the University of Miami or the University of Florida. The entire city is your campus. I think it is a phenomenal place to be. My former students, who currently attend NYU, love the fact that they can get in all the museums free of charge because they are NYU students, and that there is so much to see and do, including Broadway shows at half price. Just walking and looking into windows provides artistic information says one of my former students who plans to be a graphic designer. My son really wants to go to Princeton, but I’m not really sure he can handle the work load. What advice do you have? You haven’t told me any of the important points of your son’s academic life. It would helpful to know his SAT score, his GPA, etc. I will tell you that one of my exstudents from Palmetto High School, who now attends Princeton, visited me last week. She informed me that in her opinion one course at Princeton is the equivalent of three courses elsewhere (State Colleges and other non-Ivy league schools). She was in the top one percent of her class at Palmetto and finds the work at Princeton

I am 16 and go to Palmetto High School and heard from my friends that some colleges are soliciting videos for admissions. What does this mean? Some universities or colleges (examples Tufts, George Mason University and Saint Mary’s College of Maryland) are soliciting video essays. This is not a video of someone dancing or singing, but a video of someone reading their college essay. This is a brand new concept and something that should not be overlooked. I would suggest you email the colleges/universities that you are considering attending and ask if they will accept a video essay. I understand that Miami Dade County schools offer free tutoring for students. How is this possible? Do you know anything about this program? This is a special program and your child’s school must meet the eligibility requirements. The school must be identified as in “need of improvement” and the students at this school also receive free or reduced priced meals. State-approved private providers for grades K-12 in Reading, English, Math and Science offer tutoring. It is important to know that priority is given to the lowest performing students. To find out more, call 305-995-4549. I am absolutely in shock over the price of my daughter’s college textbooks. Do you know any way that I can save money and still get her the same books? The following are some suggestions that I think may help you: • Go online and enter the name of the company from which you think you are buying a book. Add coupon in the search engine. There are many coupons online for books. This is a great way to get the same book for a reduced rate. • Buy or borrow the book from friends who have taken the same courses. Many students don’t want to keep their tex books. • Share textbooks with a friend. Toby Rose is president of Toby Rose’s College Prep. She is an independent college counselor, was a Dade County Outstanding Teacher and served as chairperson of the Dade County School Board Academic Advisory Committee. Rose may be contacted by calling 305-238-7737 or via the Internet at <www.tobyrose.com>.

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