Tam-A-Gram | October-December 2009 by Chad Quinn

HELP KEEP YOUR COMMUNITY CLEAN: Tamarac joins the popular Broward County Adopt-A-Road program.

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TAMARAC LEADS WITH GREEN INITIATIVES

Tamarac wins prestigious Environmental Stewardship Award for best practices

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Be careful of the “Grandparent” scam

FALL EVENTS

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In case of emergency Twitter!

... Fall in Tamarac brings a few of the City’s signature events: Halloween Hoopla, Veterans Day Ceremony, Turkey Trot and Holiday Lighting October / November / December 2009

The Tam-A-Gram is the official publication of the City of Tamarac, Florida. The magazine is published quarterly and mailed to residents and businesses within the City, under the direction of the Public Information Committee and the Public Information Office. Reader questions and comments are welcome. Please send your comments to: Public Information Office Attn.: Tam-A-Gram 7525 N.W. 88th Avenue Tamarac, Florida 33321 You may also email your comments, or questions, to Chad Quinn, Public Information Specialist, at: chadq@tamarac.org. Please include “Tam-A-Gram” in the subject line of your email. CITY COMMISSION: Beth Flansbaum-Talabisco, Mayor Patricia Atkins-Grad, Vice-Mayor, District 2 Pamela Bushnell, Commissioner, District 1 Diane Glasser, Commissioner, District 3 Harry Dressler, Commissioner, District 4 CITY MANAGER: Jeffrey L. Miller PUBLIC INFORMATION COMMITTEE: Ben Chicofsky, Chair Paul Dick Max Marcus Carole Anne Paladno Maryann Zicchinolfi Jon Breslav, Alternate Claudia Krysiak, Alternate Miriam Marin, Alternate Maurice Weinreb, Alternate PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE: Managing Editor: Andy Berns, Public and Economic Affairs Officer Editor/Creative Director: Chad J. Quinn, Public Information Specialist PRODUCTION ASSISTANCE: Anthony Campbell, Management Analyst I

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(954) 597-3500 Citizen Hotline (954) 718-1800 (Activated During Emergencies) Building Services (954) 597-3420 Building Inspections (954) 597-3430 Building Permitting and Inspection Results (954) 597-3435 City Clerk’s Office (954) 597-3505 City Commission (954) 597-3460 City Manager’s Office (954) 597-3510 PIO (Media) (954) 597-3523 Community Development (954) 597-3530 Code Compliance (954) 597-3425 Business Revenue (954) 597-3536

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Grandparent Scam

Fishing Line Hazards

BSO Corner

[Responsible] Fishing can be great pastime.

Getting to Know Us Information Technology

Award Winning Green

Tamarac wins prestigious MUNI Award.

1 ��First Things July 4th celebrations revisited, Historical Society update, Nathan and Rox read us, volunteer honored, and we’re on Weatherbug! 4 ��Census 2010: It’s in Our Hands What the Census means to you and why it’s important to Tamarac. 4 ��New Hampton Inn Tamarac welcomes its newest hotel to town. 5 ��@COTemergency Tamarac’s emergency only Twitter account. 5 ��Get a Taste of Tamarac The City and the Chamber sponsor the annual Taste of Tamarac. 6 ��Fall Events Enjoy Tamarac’s signature Fall events. 10 ��Adopt-A-Street Tamarac joins the popular Broward County program. 10 ��Saving you Money City utility bills reduced through conservation.

N U M B E R S Financial Services (954) 597-3550 Customer Service (954) 597-3590 Purchasing (954) 597-3570 Fire Rescue (Non-Emergency) (954) 597-3800 Human Resources (954) 597-3600 Job Line (954) 597-3615 Risk Management (954) 597-3613 Mayor and Commission (954) 597-3460 Parks & Recreation (954) 597-3620 Community Center (954) 597-3620 Caporella Aquatic Center (954) 597-3660 Caporella Fitness Center (954) 597-3661 Social Services (954) 597-3642 Transit/Shuttle Bus (954) 597-3649

Police/BSO Tamarac District (Non-Emergency)

(954) 720-2225 Public Works (954) 597-3700 Engineering (954) 597-3712 Recycling & Trash Hotline (954) 597-3740 Utilities (954) 597-3750 Customer Service (954) 597-3590 Utilities (leaks, breaks, etc.) (954) 597-3750 Water Treatment Plant (954) 597-3775 (Also used for 24-hour Utilities emergencies.) Service Providers: All Service Refuse (954) 583-1830 Comcast Cable (954) 252-1937 Library (Tamarac Branch) (954) 720-2282 Post Office (Tamarac Branch) (954) 722-3152 Tamarac Theater (954) 724-1110 Waste Management (954) 974-7500

Special thanks to Jack T. for the use of several July 4th photos displayed on this page.

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JULY 4th CELEBRATION: Approximately 6,000 residents of Tamarac and surrounding communities celebrated the birth of our nation at the City’s annual July 4th All-American Celebration which included games, live music, and of course an amazing fireworks display! The festivities actually started on Wednesday, July 1 when hundreds of residents had lunch with Uncle Sam and Betsy Ross. RESIDENT SERVICE: The City of Tamarac, in collaboration with the National League of Cities, is proud to offer a Prescription Drug Discount Card. The discount card can be picked-up at various City facilities including: City Hall (7525 N.W. 88 Ave.), Caporella Aquatics Center (9300 N.W. 58 St.), Multi-Purpose/ Recreation Center (7501 N. University Blvd.), Parks and Recreation Administration Building (6011 Nob Hill Rd.), and the Tamarac Community Center (8601 W. Commercial Blvd.),. You can use the card at participating pharmacies around the country, including many right

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PRESENTATION: At the July 8, 2009 Commission Meeting, Randy Hibshman, the organizer of the Challenger Baseball program in Broward County, presented the Mayor and Commission a plaque in recognition of the City’s long-standing support for the program, which is a division of Little League, geared toward children with Disabilities. “Our goal is to allow all children with any disability to be able to play baseball,” said Hibshman. “We modify the rules so that all of these children can participate.” Pictured (from l to r): Commissioner Harry Dressler, Commissioner Pamela Bushnell, Vice-Mayor Patricia Atkins-Grad, Randy Hibshman of Challenger Baseball, Mayor Beth Flansbaum-Talabisco (holding a plaque with the picture of the team), and Commissioner Diane Glasser. Challenger Baseball has ten teams, open to children 5 - 18 years old, throughout Broward County. For more information, contact Randy Hibshman at dhibshman@bellsouth.net or (954) 345-9329.

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first meeting of the new Tamarac Historical Society was held on Tuesday, July 14, 2009. The response from the community to the call for volunteers and donations has been tremendous – about 20 individuals have stepped forward so far to volunteer with the project and many more have made donations of photographs, memorabilia, personal recollections and more! The volunteers have been meeting on a regular basis as they tackle the formidable task of organizing the Society’s structure as well as the existing historical data, artifacts, and new donations. Wendy Wangberg, the Historian for the

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City of Coral Springs, was a guest speaker at one of the early meetings and graciously hosted the volunteers for a fact-finding, and inspirational, field trip to the Museum of Coral Springs History (located at Mullins Park, 10250 N.W. 29 St. Coral Springs, behind the Performing Arts Center), on Tuesday, August 18, 2009. The volunteers are on track to have their first display this December at City Hall, and we need your help — whether you want to volunteer your time, donate items of interest, or share your recollections of Tamarac’s past. Please email history@tamarac.org, or call (954) 597-3523.

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ROX P. CHURCH Nathan, son of Keith and Kelly Kearns, enjoys reading the Tam-A-Gram while relaxing on the couch at home; and Rox Church really does take it on exotic vacations! She is pictured at the airport getting ready to jet off to the Cayman Islands!

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here in Tamarac, to save up to 20% on prescription drugs. To get program information, locate a pharmacy, look up a drug price, or access health resources visit www.caremark. com/nlc, or call toll-free 1-888-620-1749. This great service is available to all residents and does not cost the City any money. COMING SOON: The City of Tamarac will soon introduce Click2Gov on its website. Click2Gov will allow you to follow the permit process from submittal to completion, all from the convenience of your computer or handheld device. Check the status of a permit, schedule and obtain results of inspections, and plan review comments/critiques without ever having to set foot in the Building Department. Be on the lookout for more details in the January/February/March 2010 issue of the Tam-A-Gram. VOLUNTEERS: Congratulations to Jacinta

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Moreno who has been selected as Volunteer of the Quarter for the third quarter of 2009. Jacinta has been volunteering for the past five years in various areas of social services; from assisting with office work to helping at various special events including the City’s annual health fair. Special thanks to Jacinta for her service. If you would like to become a volunteer with the City, contact Rose Cure-Persad, Social Services Supervisor, at: (954) 597-3642, or via email at: rosec@tamarac.org. NOTICE: Tamarac’s annual calendar/annual report will not be printed for 2010. Although our annual calendar has been very popular over the past several years, current economic conditions do not allow for us to print a 2010 edition. An annual report will be included as part of the January/February/March edition of the Tam-A-Gram.

Perhaps, like Nathan above, you enjoy reading it at home. Or maybe between rounds of golf or, like Rox, on vacation to exotic locations? We want to know... send us a picture of you reading the Tam-A-Gram! If you do, we may publish your photo in an upcoming issue of the magazine — and if your photo is chosen, we will send you a free t-shirt with the City's logo on the front! Send your photos to: Tam-AGram Photos, 7525 N.W. 88th Avenue, Tamarac, Florida 33321; or via email: chadq@tamarac.org. (Please note: Photos must be high-resolution to be eligible for printing.) Include your full name, address, telephone number and a brief description of the photo as well as your shirt size preference (L or XL).

After approximately 19 months of construction, Tamarac’s new Recreation Center is scheduled to open in mid-October. Be sure to check the City’s website, www.tamarac.org, often for the date and time of ribbon-cutting/open house event! You may recall that the old facility, located on University Drive (7531 N. University Drive) directly south of Tamarac Elementary and the Tamarac Multi-Purpose Center, was demolished in February 2008 to make way for the new and improved Center. Highlights of the new facility include: an arts and craft room with kiln, an instructional kitchen, a warming kitchen, youth/teen game room, meeting room and staff offices. Other improvements include an improved and expanded parking lot as well as refurbished ball fields. For more information about the programs and activities at the Tamarac Recreation Center Flip For It! and view Discovery, or call Parks and Recreation at (954) 597-3620.

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SCAM

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artists working out of Canada are contacting seniors and pretending to be their “Grandchildren”. These scammers state that they are stranded, in jail or have been involved in some type of accident and need money wired to them immediately. The caller is adamant about not getting a return call and about not contacting any other family members. Be aware, typically, any request to wire money through Western Union or Money Gram should be seen as a red flag and an immediate tip-off that the call may

be part of a scam. Funds sent via wire transfer are hard to track and are usually not recoverable by law enforcement or banking officials. If you believe that you or a neighbor has been victimized by this scam immediately report the incident to BSO Tamarac District at (954) 720-2225. Additionally, if there has been a request to wire money to Canada, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Call Centre has established the PhoneBusters hotline and web site to report such fraud. Reports can be filed online at www.phonebusters. com, or by calling 1-888-495-8501.

Tamarac is on WeatherBug

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may already know that WeatherBug® is a leader in live, local weather information, but what you may not yet have discovered is that Tamarac hosts a WeatherBug camera at Fire Station 15 on Hiatus Road. The camera provides a live look at weather conditions in our area and can be a useful tool for tracking local weather. If you aren’t familiar with WeatherBug, you may be asking: “What is it?” WeatherBug is a leading provider of weather information services and operates a network

of over 8,000 tracking stations and more than 1,000 cameras strategically placed at schools, public safety facilities and television stations throughout the U.S. These weather stations generate live neighborhood level reports every second! To directly access Tamarac’s weather conditions and live camera visit the City’s website at www.tamarc.org. From the home page, choose “Other Links” in the menu bar at the top of the screen, then click “Tamarac on Weatherbug.” To view the camera, click on “Camera Page.”

DID YOU KNOW? During and after an emergency, such as a hurricane, the City of Tamarac will activate the following numbers: Hurricane Hotline................ (954) 597-3800 Recorded Updates.............. (954) 718-1800 Volunteer Desk..................... (954) 597-3620

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Grandma, it’s me!

New Recreation Center

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Fishing line hazards

ishing can be a great, relaxing, and if you’re lucky, bountiful pastime. But, debris left behind by forgetful, or careless fishermen can be deadly to wildlife. Most fishing is done with monofilament, a strand of strong flexible plastic that is typically non-degradable in water (and can last up to 600 years!). Never discard your used fishing line on the ground, or in the water. Keep unwanted line in a safe and secure location until it can be properly disposed of. Each year in Florida hundreds of fish, birds, and land animals are entangled in monofilament — some suffer disfiguring injuries; others die. In our own community residents have reported ducks, fish and

turtles tangled in fishing line. “[Recently] I’ve come across two separate ducks who have appeared to have swallowed a fishing hook and have yards of fishing twine hanging out of their mouths,” said resident Ryan Karkowski. “Its painful to see these ducks struggling and suffering.” What can you do? Besides properly disposing of your fishing line, you should never leave fishing line unattended; survey the area before you cast your line to avoid tress, utility lines, wildlife and other anglers; collect discarded line, debris, and other abandoned fishing gear; do not feed wildlife — this encourages animals to approach fishing boats and anglers.

And when you are fishing Tamarac’s canals and lakes, be sure to never trespass onto private property – fishing is only allowed from the public right of ways and in public parks (where posted). Also, only boats with non-combustible engines are allowed in City waterways (with the exception of City maintenance vessels). For more information about monofilament (fishing) line recycling, visit www.fishinglinerecycling.org. To report dumping of marine debris, contact BSO Tamarac at (954) 720-2225, or the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission at 1-888-404-3922. (Information for this article provided by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission.)

Census 2010: The United States Constitution requires that the number of people living in the United States be counted every 10 years. People of all ages, races, ethnic groups, citizens and non-citizens alike, regardless of legal status, will be counted in the 2010 Census. So, why is the Census important? Not only will the Census find out how many people live in the City of Tamarac, it also helps to determine how many elected representatives we will have in the Congress, who will represent you on the City Commission and in the Florida Legislature. In addition, filling out the census form is a simple, yet powerful way to secure federal funds for our community. The Census also www.tamarac.org

has an economic impact; programs and facilities affected by the census include funding for schools, roads, hospitals, childcare and senior centers, among many other worthy projects. The 2010 Census is a form with 10 questions that will be mailed to you between February and March 2010. You will be asked to answer questions about yourself and each person who lives with you. You then must mail back the completed form by April 1, 2010. All personal information you provide on the form is completely confidential and will not be shared with anyone. For more information on the 2010 Census and further reasons why you should participate, visit www.census.org.

On August 20, 2009 the Mayor and Commission, along with members of the Greater Tamarac Chamber of Commerce, welcomed Tamarac’s newest hotel to town; the beautiful new 113 room Hampton Inn located in Tamarac’s Commerce Park on Commercial Boulevard, adjacent to the Sawgrass Expressway. Construction of the new hotel began in July 2008.

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The City of Tamarac has launched a new Twitter account for use during emergency situations; such as natural disasters (hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.), boil water alerts, hazmat incidents, and other urgent circumstances. Residents will be encouraged to sign-up to follow Tamarac’s emergency Twitter ac-

com/CityofTamarac has become a popular way for residents of the City, and surrounding communities, to get information on upcoming events, cancellations, routine maintenance and street closures that may effect specific neighborhoods, “Did you know?” general information and more. As with the City’s current Twitter account, followers of twitter.com/COTemergency will be able to receive Tamarac’s tweets in a va-

messaging rates will apply if you choose to receive the City’s tweets through text messaging on your mobile phone. Given that the City, through its primary twitter.com/CityofTamarac account, tweets a variety of information on a regular basis, unless you have unlimited text messaging, or a high number of text messages included in your cell phone plan, receiving our general tweets/information on your cell phone

count, twitter.com/COTemergency AND to link this account to their cell phones so that messages (or tweets as they are commonly known) can be received instantly. Although standard text rates will apply, residents can be assured that the COTemergency account will only be used to disseminate important information relating to a time-sensitive situation. Our hope is that the benefits of receiving information instantly about an impending hurricane, for instance, or it’s after-effects, will outweigh the potential cost of receiving text messages. The City’s current Twitter account, twitter.

riety of ways, for instance: from the Twitter website; through any number of free applications available for computers and smart phone devices, or through text messaging on their cell phone. However, the new emergency account will be most beneficial when receiving the tweets on a cell phone (whether in the form of text messages or through a smart phone Twitter application) because they will be instant and timely. With regards to receiving tweets to a cell phone, we encourage people to research the details of their cell phone contract to review the cost of text messaging — standard text

through text messaging may not be practical. For this reason the new twitter.com/ COTemergency account will be ideal for people who only want to receive information of an emergency nature. The City of Tamarac’s COTemergency Twitter account will be used along with other existing means of emergency communication including the City’s web site, emergency phone lines, and CodeRED*.

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The Greater Tamarac Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Taste of Tamarac Business Expo on Saturday, November 14, 2009 from 11:30 am - 3:30 pm at the Tamarac Community Center (8601 W. Commercial Blvd.). The event, co-sponsored by the City of Tamarac, highlights the many restaurants and businesses serving Tamarac. Join hundreds of your friends and neighbors; in addition to the great FREE food, you’ll be able to visit a variety of other vendors while enjoying live entertainment, a car show, antique show, kids activities, raffle prizes and more! Admission is $10 (buy one get one free). For more information about the Taste of Tamarac, contact the Greater Tamarac Chamber of Commerce at (954) 722-1520.

To sign up for Tamarac’s CodeRED® program, visit the City’s website: www. tamarac.org, or call (954) 597-3800. CodeRED is the City of Tamarac’s emergency automated notification system that delivers recorded phone messages directly to individual households and businesses. Through CodeRED, you will receive a phone call from the automated system with important information that affects you and your surrounding area. The type of information may include: hurricane warnings, boil water advisories, possible flood zone notification, and more. The service is completely FREE — all Tamarac residents and businesses are encouraged to sign up. To sign up for CodeRED you will need to provide your telephone phone number and street address as well as an alternate telephone number (if desired). Call (954) 597-3800 or visit www.tamarac.org to sign up today! www.tamarac.org

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Bring your family out for a terrific Halloween night that promises to be safe and full of tricks and treats! Tamarac’s annual Halloween Hoopla will be held on Friday, October 30, 2008 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Tamarac Park MultiPurpose Center (7501 N. University Drive) and is free to the public. Kids will enjoy face painting, free Halloween refreshments, games and music! The best costume wins a fabulous prize, so start sewing now!

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Celebrate your patriotism and say “thank you” to our veterans with Tamarac’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony to be held at Veteran Memorial Park on Wednesday, November 11, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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This Thanksgiving Day tradition is in its 29th year! It’s not too late to begin training... The race begins at 7:30 am on Thursday, November 26, 2008. A variety of refreshments and entertainment will help get the morning started. Awards will be given to the top three runners in each age group for male and female and the top three runners overall. For more information on the race, and how to register, Flip to Discovery.

Light Up Tamarac!

Tamarac’s annual Holiday Lighting event will take place on Wednesday, December 2, 2008 at the Tamarac Community Center (8601 W. Commercial Boulevard). Starting at 6:00 pm, get your holidays started with the sights and sounds of the season. This wonderful event includes a concert, a visit by Santa, and the lighting of the Christmas tree, Menorah and Nativity Scene!

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n Tamarac, not only does Fall bring [slightly] cooler weather, it also brings several of the City’s signature events such as our annual Turkey Trot (November 26) and Holiday Lighting (December 2). At this time of year, friends and neighbors will stop by more often to say hello and share holiday traditions. Decorations, from simple door wreaths to elaborate never-ending strands of outdoor lights will lighten the mood and make everyone feel festive (as will the end of Hurricane Season on November 30!). The door to your City is always open... be sure to enjoy the programs and events we have to offer. Whether bringing your children to enjoy candy and games, [and more candy] at the annual Halloween Hoopla (October 30) or honoring our country’s heroes at the Veteran’s Day Ceremony (November 11), there truly is something for everyone in Tamarac, The City for Your Life!

Photo: Richard Sheinwald

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Veterans Day Ceremony

For more information about any of the events and programs offered by the City of Tamarac Flip For It! and view Discovery! bso | holiday safety tips BE SAFE: The holiday season often brings with it an increase in crime, especially those that target vulnerable shoppers. BSO recommends that you follow these simple tips to stay safe this holiday season, and always. For more great safety tips visit www.sheriff.org. • When parking your vehicle to go shopping, remember where you parked it. Always park in a well lit and well traveled area. Do not park in remote dark areas. • When you return to your vehicle, scan the interior of your car to be sure no one is hiding inside. Check to see if you are being followed. • Have your keys in hand when approaching your vehicle, you will be ready to unlock the door and will not be delayed by fumbling and looking for your keys. • When storing items purchased at the stores, place them out of sight. The best place is in a locked trunk.

• Do not leave your purse, wallet, cellular telephone or any property in plain view. • Don’t resist if someone tries to take any of your belongings. Don’t chase someone who robs you, they may have a weapon. • Lock your vehicle and put up your windows even while you are driving. • If you go to an automatic teller machine for cash, check for people around and make sure it is well lit and in a safe location. • Carry only the credit cards you need and avoid carrying large amounts of cash. • Drive defensively. Traffic is heavier during the holidays. Drivers may also have indulged in too much holiday spirits.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Information Technology (IT) as we know it had its beginnings in the 1940’s — the information needs during World War II led to the development of modern computers’ predecessors. Digital computers would make their first appearance after the war; and the world has been forever changed by this invention. In Tamarac, we strive to leverage information technology to enhance the efficiency of our organization. Because of its technical nature, IT services require unique control methods to ensure the services offered are relevant and cost effective. Tamarac’s IT department provides customer service to both internal and external customers; therefore, they seek continual feedback with regards to direction and performance. What does Tamarac’s IT department do? They build and maintain the City’s government information technology infrastructure, including radio, telephone and computer networks. They also serve as technology consultants helping to facilitate solutions to the challenges the City faces in delivering its services and in accomplishing its ongoing goal of becoming a High Performance Organization (HPO Key Functions of Tamarac’s IT Department include:

• Support Services: Provide end user hardware and software support in the operation of desktop applications, telephone/radio systems, enterprise applications, audio visual systems, document imaging and web based technologies. • Network Operations: Maintain the high speed, fiber optic network infrastructure that supports city-wide connections to Wi-Fi in select City locations, an 800 MHz Radio System, a VOIP telephone system, and a central network operations center that houses most of the City’s technology. Network security, e-mail, archiving and backup operations are also part of the Network Operations. • Enterprise Application Services: Maintain a suite of municipal applications that automate most City functions from utility billing, payroll, permits, work orders, purchasing to fleet maintenance that operate on a number of servers. • E-government Services: Provision of web based access to City services such as business licenses, utility bills, recreation activity registrations and payments, vendor account management, GIS maps and building permits. Cit-

izens can access such services via the City’s web site around the clock. • Business Continuity: Provision of disaster recovery services and planning to maintain municipal service delivery during and after times of disasters. • Training Services: Provision of training to end users in the utilization of desktop and enterprise applications as well as many other technologies. • Law & Policy: Provision of policies and procedures for the proper utilization of technology tools and the appropriate training in such. As with most organizations, the most pressing IT question is not how technology will change, but how the process of change and evolution itself will be managed. With the success of the City has come an increase in the number stakeholders (employees, residents, businesses, visitors and more). The management of stakeholder expectations, and the appropriate integration of technology in an innovative, customer-focused and effective way are the daily challenges of the City’s Technology programs. For more information about the City of Tamarac’s IT Department, or to view many of the eGovernment capabilities the City has to offer, visit www.tamarac.org. www.tamarac.org

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Award winning green

DID YOU KNOW? New Single Stream Recycling Is Coming Soon to Tamarac! Now it’s easier than ever to recycle. No longer do you have to separate paper from plastic bottles, metal and glass — just mix all your recyclable together! It’s that easy to recycle with the new, no-sort system called “single-stream recycling.” Simply place all recyclables in your regular curb-side bin. New Recycling Guidelines: • Paper and Cardboard Products: newspapers and inserts; magazines; catalogs; telephone books; office paper; mail & junk mail; cardboard boxes, cereal boxes, food and tissue boxes (flatten all boxes for the best use of space); drink boxes / milk cartons; • Plastic Containers: Plastic bottles (please be sure to rinse and remove the caps or lids); • Metals: Containers made of steel, tin and aluminum (please be sure to rinse); • Glass: Glass bottles & jars-all colors (please remove caps).

*Restrictions apply. Water saving devices and low-flow toilet rebates are on a first-come first-served basis and are offered while supplies last, and while program funding is available. For more information please call (954) 597-3792.

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PRESENTATION: (l to r) Vice Mayor of the Village of Wellington and President of the Florida League of Cities Carmine Priore (center) presents (l to r) Deputy City Manager Michael Cernech, Vice Mayor Patricia Atkins-Grad, Mayor Beth Flansbaum-Talabisco, Commissioner Pamela Bushnell, and Director of Community Development Jennifer Bramley with the Environmental Stewardship Award August 14, 2009.

Tamarac won the Environment Stewardships MUNI for its proactive conservation efforts that afford the public the opportunity to act as environment stewards. The City offers free products such as faucet aerators, rain sensor devices, low-flow showerheads, leak detection tablets, spray nozzles for restaurants as well as a $100 rebate for ultra low-flow toilets.* In addition to the free and discounted water-saving products offered to residents, many city facilities have been retrofitted with waterless urinals, which, on average, save over 40,000 gallons of water per year, per urinal! Tamarac also has a number of recycling measures in place aimed at reducing solid and hazardous waste, including an innovative hazardous waste reduction program at the city’s water treatment plant (which was previously recognized by the Broward County Environmental Protection Department with a 2008 Emerald Trophy). In addition, as part of the construction project waste recycling plan, all asphalt used in road projects is recycled upon completion of the project. The most recent project the City undertook as part of its environmental initiative was the development and planting of the Community Garden (located adjacent to the Caporella Aquatic and Fitness Center). Funded largely by a generous donation from the Kiwanis Club of Tamarac and tended to by a dedicated group of community volunteers, the Community Garden has been a huge success (see sidebar) — the plants have thrived with the help of regular summer showers and have yielded their first harvest. The Environmental Stewardship MUNI was awarded at the Florida League of City’s annual education conference in Orlando on August 14, 2009. For more information about the free water savings products offered by the City of Tamarac, please contact the City’s Water Conservation Specialist at (954) 597-3792. If you would like to volunteer to help maintain the Community Garden, please call the coordinator at (954) 597-3637.

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he City of Tamarac has once again been recognized for its green initiatives. The Florida League of Cities honored Tamarac with the coveted Environmental Stewardship Award, one of three Florida Municipal Achievement Awards. The Florida Municipal Achievement Awards (also know as a “MUNI”) are designed to recognize local governments for innovation and excellence in three award categories, City Spirit, Citizenship and Environmental Stewardship.

Photo: Stewart Nelson, Florida League of Cities

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Tamarac wins prestigious Environmental Stewardship award for green initiatives

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Water friendly

4. Have limited grassy areas. Grass is the largest consumer of water in a landscape. Consider mulch or ground cover as an alternative. 5. Water wisely. Drought tolerant plants can survive mostly on rainfall. If watering is necessary, do it only in the early morning and in accordance with water restrictions. 6. Use mulches. Mulches limit weed growth and limit weed growth. Avoid cypress mulch. Use other organic mulches such as recycled mulch, bark chips, wood shavings, or pine/straw needles. 7. Properly maintain your landscape. Overwatering increases the risk of plant disease. To encourage deep rooting and more drought resistance, water plants thoroughly without overwatering. More information on Florida Friendly Landscaping is available from the South Florida Water Management District at www. South FloridaWaterManagementDistrict. gov or the Broward County Naturescape Program at broward.org/naturescape.

DID YOU KNOW? Speaking of going green... how about saving some green? As part of the City of Tamarac’s participation in the Community Rating System of the National Flood Insurance Program, we are always striving to save you more money on your flood insurance. Part of that effort includes the distribution of the “Flood Protection, Things You Should Know!” brochure twice a year. This year, in an effort to save money, we have included the Flood Brochure as an insert in this issue of Tam-A-Gram (the brochure was also included in the July/August/September 2009 Tam-A-Gram). Keep this information and speak to your insurance representative to make sure that you are receiving all applicable discounts. Currently Tamarac has a Class 7 Flood Rating; this rating reduces your flood insurance premiums 15%.

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Do you know that half of residential water is used for outdoor irrigation? You can cut your outdoor water use substantially with water conserving plants and the use of Florida Friendly Landscape principles (formerly called Xeriscape). Florida Friendly Landscaping achieves water conservation through creative landscaping. This means water conserving, drought tolerant landscaping, or simply the use of the right plant in the right place — with proper maintenance and water wise watering. Follow the seven fundamentals of Florida Friendly Landscape and you’ll be on your way to saving water! 1. Design your landscape. Careful planning is crucial to the success of a Florida Friendly Landscape. 2. Select the right plant for the right area. Select and group plants according to their water needs to eliminate unnecessary watering. 3. Analyze the soil. Determine the acid and alkaline levels of you soil before planting.

Tamarac’s Community Garden, located adjacent to the Caporella Aquatic and Fitness Center (9300 N.W. 58th Street), is a great success. The first harvest of vegetables has already been picked (and enjoyed), and as you can see from the photos above, there are many flowering plants soaking up the summer rain and sunshine. The garden also plays host to a variety of wildlife including butterflies and birds. A group of volunteers meet regularly to tend the garden, from planting to weeding, there always seems to be something to do. If you’re interested in volunteering to help maintain Tamarac’s Community Garden, please call Parks and Recreation at (954) 597-3637 — a green thumb is not required. www.tamarac.org

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City Utility bills reduced through conservation...

You may have noticed a reduction in your last Utility bill. This is due to the fact that the City of Tamarac has lifted the 18% Utility Surcharge that went into effect when the South Florida Water Management District declared Phase I Water Restrictions. Through an aggressive conservation campaign (see page 8 for more details) ,and the overwhelming support of the community, the City has been able to save over a million gallons of water each month. The savings realized through the reduction in water usage results in cost savings to our operation. You may be asking yourself, how is a reduction possible given current economic conditions and the budget situation the City has been dealing with? The answer is simple: the City’s Utilities department budget does not come out of the General Fund — the department is funded through revenue generated by utility usage fees. In addition, the City was recently able to refinance it’s Utility debt, which resulted in a decrease in annual cost. It is these savings that are being passed on to you! If you have questions about your Utility Bill, call (954) 597-3590.

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segments that are currently available for adoption under the Adopt-A-Street program. Additional street segments may be added in the future depending upon the success and expansion of the program. In return for the groups participation, the City and Broward Beautiful provide: safety meetings, equipment, and trash bags; recognition signs that will identify the group doing the litter pick up; removal of trash bags after each event, when necessary. Adopt-A-Street reinforces the importance of litter control and prevention. Litter is one of the first signs of a neighborhood’s social decline. Adopt-A-Street volunteers will not only improve the area’s appearance, but will also create a sense of pride and ownership within the neighborhood. The benefits are a litter-free and more attractive community, recognition signs for the group, and a sense of pride for the individuals involved that they are making a difference in their community. For more information about the AdoptA-Street program, contact the City of Tamarac’s coordinator for the program at (954) 597-3531, or e-mail: alainag@tamarac.org.

I MPR O VEME NT S

SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT: Recently the City of Tamarac completed the construction of approximately 1537 linear feet of new five foot wide concrete sidewalk, together with new curbing, on the south side of N.W. 82nd Street from N.W. 81st Street to N.W. 80th Avenue. The project was funded by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and also consisted of installing new drainage systems as well as necessary clearing and grubbing, pavement markings, signage, landscaping and irrigation, all of which provides a safer pedestrian experience.

he City of Tamarac is excited to join Broward County’s Adopt-A-Street program. Adopt-A-Street is the County’s effort to remove litter from its roadways and to provide the opportunity for its citizens, business community and other civic groups to contribute to the beautification of their communities. Adopt-A-Street was first implemented in 1995 as a volunteer litter removal program. The unincorporated areas of Broward County were the only areas that had the program until 2003, at which time it became available county wide. Since then, 19 cities have joined, and hundreds of groups have helped to remove litter from sections of roadways they’ve adopted. The program currently covers 190 streets and encompasses about 150 miles of city and county roadways. The basics of the Adopt-A-Street Program are: A volunteer group adopts a minimum of a 1/2-mile segment of a residential street and agrees to pick up litter at least four times per year for a two-year period. Groups must be a minimum of 2 individuals for safety concerns. The City has identified 10 initial street

BEFORE

AFTER

QUESTIONS/ANSWERS

Q. Why aren’t aquatic plants completely removed? A. Regulatory agencies require that some vegetation remain to help maintain good water quality and provide a habitat for many types of fish and other forms of aquatic life.

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Q. What is the ugly looking scum that floats in the canal behind my house? A. The floating substance is aquatic plant material that has been recently sprayed with chemicals. It is proof that the chemicals have begun decomposing the aquatic plants. Approximately two weeks following the first spraying, the decomposing material receives a second chemical treatment which allows the material to break up and disappear. Q. Why is my swale and driveway full of water? A. Your swale is an integral part of your neighborhood surface water management system. Swales are designed to retain and treat storm water runoff by providing a filter for contaminants and pollutants, and also provide drainage by allowing water to soak into the ground or flow into inlets and canals. Q. What is the purpose of the storm drain system? A. Its purpose is to prevent flooding of developed property (residents, businesses, roads, parking lots, etc.). In addition, storm drain systems help to prevent pollution within our canals and waterways (i.e. improve water quality) by pre-treating storm water run-off prior to discharging into these water bodies.

DID YOU KNOW?

Even with the recent rain we’ve received, we are still experiencing...

DROUGHT

Visit us online for conservation tips and water restrictions: www.tamarac.org/conservation

TAMARAC THEATER OF PERFORMING ARTS

New show...

“From Brooklyn With Love”

New show...

“Yoo-Hoo Mrs. Bloom”

October 24 - November 15, 2009

January 16 - February 7, 2010

Saturday at 2:00 and 8:00 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm TICKETS: $20 per show

SHOW TIMES:

FOR MORE INFORMATION: (954) 726-7898 / www.ttopa.org

Now that you’ve read the informative Tam-A-Gram, it's time to Flip For It! and learn about the great programs and activities Tamarac’s Parks and Recreation Department offers... it's all in the Discovery section of the Tam-A-Gram!

Do you have questions about storm drains, canal maintenance, swale upkeep? Contact Tamarac’s Public Works Department at (954) 597-3700.

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Discover the Benefits of Tamarac Parks and Recreation

It starts with parks!

o you want to get your kids off the computer? Away from the TV? To stop the texting madness? Then send them our way. The City of Tamarac Parks and Recreation Department offers an outstanding variety of programs designed to encourage children to grow to their full potential by experiencing sports, arts and crafts, dance, and much more. Kids, expose your mind with our Fun-Art-Tastic Spanish class on Fridays or get your feet moving with our Salsa and Ballroom Dance class on Wednesdays. Get heart healthy and physically fit and join our tennis program on

Tuesdays or throw some jabs and kicks during our Taekwondo class on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Our brand new 15,000 sq. ft. Recreation Center is set to open this fall. This new building located at 7501 N. University Drive will be the new, cool hang out for all ages! This state of the art building includes an arts and crafts room, game room, aerobic room, meeting rooms, and an instructional kitchen! Register your child for cooking classes, yoga, hip hop, computer graphic art classes and much, much more! Continued: Page 2 October / November / December 2009

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"It Starts in Parks!" Continued From: Page 1 We have plenty of programs to meet the needs of all children so stop by the Tamarac Community Center located at 8601 West Commercial Boulevard and help your child reach their full potential by signing up for one of our fabulous youth activities. For additional information on any of our programs, please call (954) 597-3620 or visit our website at www.tamarac. org/parks.

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Clay Workshop [Great hands-on fun.]

It’s not a class… it’s not just independent art… it’s a combination of the two and it’s known as the Clay Workshop at the Tamarac Community Center. The program, held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30 - 8:30 pm, fosters an atmosphere of self expression where participants can work on individual or group projects with the help of facilitator Norman Blau. The Clay Workshop has been part of the programs offered at Tamarac’s Community Center almost since the Center opened – starting with just four participants, the Workshop has thrived for many years. Designed for beginner and advanced artists alike, participants learn coil building, slab construction and various methods of hand building. Even the supplies are included, such as clay, paint, and the use of the on-site kiln. The cost to participate in the program is $55 for residents and $65 for non-residents. For additional information or to sign up to participate, please call Tamarac’s Parks and Recreation Department at (954) 597-3620, or visit the Tamarac Community Center.

FA C I L I T Y L O C AT I O N S Caporella Aquatic Center (Wellness Center) 9300 N.W. 58 Street Gary B Jones Park for People and Pups 8101 Southgate Boulevard Tamarac Community Center (TCC) 8601 W. Commercial Boulevard Tamarac Multi-Purpose Center 7531 N. University Drive Tamarac Park / Recreation Center 7501 N. University Drive Tamarac Sports Complex 9901 N.W. 77 Street Tephford Park 10003 Southgate Boulevard For more information on any of the programs or activities listed in the Discovery section of the Tam-AGram, please contact Tamarac Parks and Recreation at: (954) 597-3620 or at: www.tamarac.org/parks.

SPECIAL EVENTS Back to School Dance Ages: 4th and 5th Graders Where: Tamarac Multi-Purpose Center When: September 25, 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Fee: $5.00 per person Community Garage Sale Where: Tamarac Community Center When: October 3, 7:30 am – 12:30 pm Fee: $20 per vendor space Spook a Lot for Tots There will be a costume contest with great prizes, entertainment, candy, refreshments, and much, much more! Sign up at the Tamarac Community Center. Ages: 2 - 5 years old Where: Tamarac Community Center When: Saturday October 24, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Fee: Residents: $7.00, Non-residents: $10.00 Halloween Hoopla Flip to page 6 in the Tam-A-Gram for more information! Ages: All Ages Where: Tamarac Multi-Purpose Center When: Friday, October 30, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Fee: Free Veterans Day Ceremony Flip to page 6 in the Tam-A-Gram for more information! Where: Veterans Memorial Park When: Wednesday, November 11, 10:00 am 29th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Race The race begins at Tamarac City Hall, winds through the Woodmont community, and finishes back at City Hall. First 800 registered will receive a free t-shirt. Flip to page 6 in the Tam-A-Gram for more information! Where: Tamarac City Hall When: Thursday, November 26, 7:30 am Fee: Before November 13: $20.00 November 14 - 25: $25.00 November 26 (Race day): $35.00 Holiday Lighting Festival Flip to page 6 in the Tam-A-Gram for more information! Where: Tamarac Community Center When: Wednesday, December 2, 6:00 pm Santa’s Workshop Join Santa for a morning of storytelling and decorating cookies! You’ll get your picture taken with Santa and have your face painted. Please bring your wish list to drop in Santa’s mailbox. Ages: 5 – 11 years old Where: Tamarac Community Center When: Saturday, December 12, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Fee: $7.00 per person Artist of the Month Exhibit Visit the Tamarac Community Center to view: October: Guillermo Chaviano “Chairman” (Oil, Acrylic) November: Thomas Menninger “Paperwork for Cats” (Paper) December: Harry Stella “As Time Goes By” (Mixed Media) Show Your Talent! Artist, are you interested in displaying your work at the Tamarac Community Center? Call (954) 597-3635.

SENIOR PROGRAMS

Register for all trips at the Tamarac Community Center located at 8601 W. Commercial Boulevard from 8:00 am - 8:00 pm. All bus trips will leave from this location. For information about any of our trips, call (954) 597-3620. Trips are subject to cancellation. No refunds one month prior to trip date (no exceptions).

Calling all Seniors! Be part of the fun and become a member of the award winning Tamarac Community Center Senior Program! With over 50 different activities, programs and services per week, there is truly something for everyone. The Senior Program has over 1200 members who participate in activities such as Jazzercise, clay workshops, painting, line dancing, scrabble, volleyball, chair yoga, and much, much more. Where else can you enjoy all these activities all for $25 a year! Membership is valid through September 30, 2010. The Senior Program is available to seniors ages 55 and up from Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm. For more information and to check out our program listing, please visit the Community Center (8601 W Commercial Blvd.), or call (954) 5973620, or visit us on the web at www.tamarac.org/parks. You can also get updates on the Senior Program through Twitter; sign up at: twitter.com/CityofTamarac.

Cinema in the Park at Mizner Park Amphitheater in Boca Raton/Cracker Barrel Restaurant Movie: Nim’s Island When: Friday, October 2 (Bus: leaves 5:00 pm / returns 10:30 pm) Fee: Residents: $17.00, Non-residents: $27.00 Palm Beach Princess Cruise When: Thursday, October 15 (Bus: leaves 8:30 am / returns at 5:30 pm) Fee: Residents: $35.00, Non-residents: $45.00 Fort Lauderdale Improv with Maz Jobrani When: Thursday, November 12 (Bus: leaves 5:00 pm / returns 10:30 pm) Fee: Residents: $47.00, Non-residents: $57.00 Hard Rock Casino When: Wednesday, November 18 (Bus: leaves 3:45 pm / returns 10:00 pm) Fee: Residents: $15.00, Non-residents: $25.00 Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant/Buffet Dinner When: Friday, December 4 (Bus: leaves 4:30 pm / returns 11:00 pm) Fee: Residents: $80.00, Non-residents: $90.00 “Another Night Before Christmas” at Actors Playhouse When: Wednesday, December 17 (Bus: leaves 6:30 pm / returns 11:00 pm) Fee: Residents: $43.00, Non-residents:$53.00

WELLNESS CENTER

A sample of our many programs include... CLUBS & ACTIVITIES Arthritis Water Fitness Class When: Wednesday at 12:30 pm Arts & Crafts When: Thursday at 1:00 pm Badminton When: Tuesday at 11:30 am Bingo When: Monday at 12:30 pm Body Basics Exercise When: Tuesday at 1:00 pm / Thursday at 10:00 am Computer Club When: 1st Friday of each month at 9:30 am Creative Writing Group When: Tuesday at 10:00 am Daily Card Playing When: Monday through Friday at 12:30 pm Happy Hookers Knitting Club When: Monday at 1:30 pm Line Dancing When: Wednesday at 12:00 pm Mah Jong Lessons When: Thursday at 10:00 am

HALLOWEEN HOOPLA

Painting Class When: Tuesday 1:00 pm Scrabble Club When: Monday at 10:00 am Walking Club (Indoor) When: Thursday at 9:00 am ...and much, much more!

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A D U LT T R I P S

S O C I A L S E RV I C E S All services are provided at the Tamarac Community Center (TCC) unless otherwise noted. Call the Information and Referral line at (954) 597-3642 for more information on social service programs that may be available in Broward County. For transportation issues, to register for our Transportation Program or to inquire about transit, please call (954) 597-3649. Schedules for the Red and Yellow Transit Routes are available at www.tamarac.org and at City facilities.

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PROGRAMS

SERVICES/ GROUPS

Center for Hearing and Communication Provides amplified phones and TDDs free of charge to residents of the State of Florida who are deaf and/or hard of hearing. Please call Social Services at (954) 597-3642 for any questions. When: 3rd Wednesday of each month, 10:00 - 11:30 am

Alzheimer’s Support Group When: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, 10:30 am

Chronic Disease Self-Management Program Do you suffer from chronic disease? Classes are 2.5 hours, once a week over a 6 week period. Participants who suffer, or who are caregivers to those who suffer, from charonic disease are invited. Call the (954) 597-3642 for more information.

Blood Pressure Screenings When: 3rd Wednesday of each month, 10:00 - 11:00 am

Depression & Bipolar Peer Support Group Women’s Group: Every Wednesday from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Co-Ed Group: Every Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Meet with other women who share their personal experiences dealing with their mood disorders. For more information, call Depression and Bipolar Alliance at (954) 588-3272 or visit them online at www.sfdbsa.com.

Free 911 Cell Phones for Seniors 2nd Monday of each month at 9:30 am. Call (954) 597-3642 to set up an appointment. Donations of cell phones are accepted.

Guiding Good Choices Guiding Good Choices is a five session curriculum to educate adults about the challenges and difficulties faced by youths. Sponsored by the Broward County Substance Abuse Commission and facilitated by Tamarac Broward Sheriff’s Office. Please call Dwight at (954) 661-9365 for more information. When: Monday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm Women’s Individual Empowerment Sessions Women of all ages will receive eight free individual counseling sessions. Topics include empowerment, self-improvement, relationships, legal issues, domestic violence, and parenting. Sessions are facilitated by Lakshmi Subrahmanian, a licensed mental health counselor. Call (954) 655-7040 to register.

Bereavement Support Group When: Every Monday, 10:00 - 11:30 am

Eye Screenings Please call (954) 597-3642 to schedule an appointment.

Free Eyeglass Repair Program When: Tuesday, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Hearing Screenings When: 1st Wednesday of each month, 9:00 - 10:30 am LUNCH: Meals on Wheels Served at 11:30 am for seniors 60 and older. Suggested donation is $2. Provided by Broward Meals on Wheels. Must reserve a meal no later than noon the day prior by calling Patrick Massaquoi at (954) 724-2544 between 9:30 am and 12:30 pm. Mammovan Mobile Mammography Screening provided by North Broward Hospital District. Most insurance is accepted. If insurance is unavailable, there will be a $58 fee to cover the cost. A referral is recommended. No HMO taken. Call (954) 597-3642 to schedule your appointment. Osteoporosis Screenings Call 1-800-257-0944 to schedule an appointment. Senior Coping Skills Group When: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

The City relies on the involvement of volunteers to build a strong sense of community. Our volunteers participate in a wide variety of activities including helping seniors, participating in special events, assisting the Parks and Recreation Department and other activities. We are currently in need of volunteers for our senior program to help with activities such as the dance, senior social, etc. If you have some time and would like to get involved, please contact us by email at rosec@tamarac.org or call (954) 597-3642. Thank you for your interest and support, we look forward to welcoming you to our volunteer program. www.tamarac.org/parks

Free Individual Senior Counseling: Please contact Sharon Roseman, LCSW at (954) 895-6031 to make an appointment. Tamarac residents only. Senior Social Join us for bagels and coffee and an educational lecture. When: Every 3rd Tuesday of each month, 10:00 am SHINE Counselor Serving Health Insurance Needs for the Elderly. Questions regarding your Medicare/Medicaid Insurance? Call to speak to a SHINE counselor: (954) 745-9779. Veterans Advisor When: Every Friday, 8:00 - 11:00 am

Sat.

Level 2 Ballet, Tap, & Jazz

Sat. Sat. Fri.

Guitar Lessons

Hip Hop/Cheerleading

Fun-Art-Tastic

Thurs. Thurs. Tues. Tues.

Line Dancing (Beginner)

Line Dancing (Interm.)

Middle Eastern Dance

www.tamarac.org/parks Tues. & Thurs.

Sat.

7 - 12 yrs.

4 - 12 yrs.

12 - 17 yrs.

$70/$80

$15/$25

$40/$50

7:00 - 8:00 pm

9:00 - 10:00 am

7:00 - 8:30 pm

5:30 - 8:30 pm

7:00 - 8:30 pm

7:15 - 8:45 pm

8:00 - 9:30 pm

6:00 - 8:00 pm

7:00 - 8:00 pm

13 & over

18 & over

$70/$80

$40/$50

$35/$45

$55/$65

$45/$55

$5/$6

$7/$8

$35/$45

A D U LT A C T I V I T I E S

6:00 - 7:00 pm

5:00 - 6:00 pm

6:00 -7:00 pm

6 -12 yrs.

$40/$50

$69/$79

$35/$45

$40/$50

$50/$60

$35/$45

Location

Per Class Per Class 4-week 8-week 4 classes 4 classes 4-week 4-week

Community Center Community Center Community Center Community Center Community Center Sports Complex Multi-Purpose Center

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4-week

Annually

4-week

Per Class

4-week

Session

Community Center

Multi-Purpose Center

Sports Complex

Community Center

Multi-Purpose Center

Community Center

Multi-Purpose Center

Community Center

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The City of Tamarac offers all of these great activities and more! For more information call Parks and Recreation at (954) 597-3620. To sign up for any of our activities, or to speak with someone in person, visit our Customer Service Division located at the Tamarac Community Center (Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, Sat., 8:30 am - 8:00 pm, Sun., 7:30 am - 4:00 pm).

Taekwondo

Tennis Lessons

Tues. & Thurs.

Thurs.

Salsa & Ballroom Dance

Windows Computer

Tues. & Thurs.

Taekwondo (Advanced)

Tues. & Thurs.

Taekwondo (Beginner)

Internet (Beginner)

Thurs.

Teen Council Program

5:30 - 6:30 pm

3 -5 yrs.

7 - 14 yrs.

4 - 11 yrs.

5 - 11 yrs.

8 - 12 yrs.

4 - 11 yrs.

$40/$50

Free

$40/$50

$42/$4552

Resident/ Non-Resident Fee

A C T I V I T I E S

Mon. & Wed.

Tues.

Tennis Lessons

11:00 - 11:45 am

5:00 - 6:00 pm

5:00 - 12:00 pm

12:00 - 5:45 pm

5:15 - 6:15 pm

12:00 - 12:45 pm

7 - 12 yrs.

13 - 17 yrs.

6 - 10 yrs.

3 - 5 yrs.

16 mo. - 4 yrs.

Ages

A D U L T

Clay Workshop

Sat.

Tumbling

Tues., Wed.

Sat.

Art Techniques

4:30 - 5:30 pm

6:15 - 8:15 pm

11:00 - 11:55 am

10:00 - 10:45 am

9:00 - 9:45 am

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Tutorial Program

Wed.

Salsa & Ballroom Dance

Tues., Wed., Thurs.

Sat.

Level 1 Ballet & Tap

Stepping Into Hip Hop

Sat.

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BabyDance

Activity

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

Y O U T H S C H E D U L E

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H E A LT H & F I T N E S S

FITNESS SCHEDULE

Tamarac offers many great programs designed to help you stay in shape and have fun... below are just a few. For more information about any of our programs and activities, call Tamarac Parks and Recreation at (954) 597-3620. Note: Proof of residency is required to be eligible for resident discounts.

Take advantage of these great programs designed to help you stay in shape, be active and healthy... all at an affordable price!

Badminton Come play with the best in Florida. Four courts available for competitive singles and doubles games. You must bring your own racquets and shuttle cocks to play. Where: Tamarac Community Center When: Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 5:00 - 9:00 pm; Sunday 12:00 - 4:00 pm Fee: Residents: $3/person, Non-residents: $5/person Punch Card: Residents: $27 (10 visits), Non-residents: $46 (10 visits) (Annual memberships available.)

Body Sculpting/Kickboxing When: Thursday, 6:00 - 7:00 pm Friday, 6:00 - 7:00 pm Sunday, 10:00 - 11:00 am

Open Gym Where: When: Fee:

Tamarac Community Center Adults: Sundays, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm; Youth: Monday - Friday, 3:00 - 5:30 pm Resident: $10; Youth Non-resident: $20 (Annually)

Open Gym Where: When: Fee:

Tamarac Multi-Purpose Center Youth: Wednesdays, 7:00 - 9:00 pm Resident: $10; Youth Non-resident: $20 (Annually)

Youth & Adult Taekwondo Combines self defense, exercise, meditation, and philosophy. Where: Tamarac Multi-Purpose Center When: Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00 - 4:45 pm (ages 3 - 6); 5:00 - 6:00 pm (advanced ages 7 & older); 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (beginners ages 7 & older) Fee: Residents: $70, Non-residents: $80.00 (4-week sessions) Tennis: Adult Cardio Learn instruction in serve, forehand, backhand and volley, for beginner or intermediate level. Where: Tamarac Sports Complex When: Saturday at 9:00 – 10:00 am (ages 16 & over) Fee: Residents: $40, Non-residents: $50 (4-week sessions) Table Tennis Where: Tamarac Community Center When: Saturday, 2:00 - 9:00 pm, and Sunday at 12:00 - 4:00 pm Fee: Residents: $1, Non-residents: $2 ZUMBA! Zumba! is a dynamic and exciting class full of Latin and exotic music flavors. The routines feature aerobic interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Where: Tamarac Community Center When: Wednesday, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Friday, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Fee: 4-week sessions: Resident: $25, Non-resident: $35; 6-week sessions: Resident: $32, Non-resident: $42; 8-week sessions: Resident: $35, Non-resident: $45

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Where: Fee:

Tamarac Community Center Call for Fees

Boot Camp When: Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Hi/Low Impact Aerobics When: Tuesday, 6:00 - 7:00 pm Pilates When:

Monday, 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Kickboxing When: Monday, 6:00 - 7:00 pm Thursday, 6:00 -7:00 pm Step Fusion When: Wednesday, 6:00 - 7:00 pm Yoga When:

Monday, 5:30 – 6:30 pm Thursday, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Saturday, 9:00 – 10:00 am

TA M A R A C AT H L E T I C S The following sports leagues are offered in the City of Tamarac. Please contact the sports league at the phone number provided for more information. Youth Sports Leagues.......................... Phone Number Tackle, Flag Football/Cheerleading.... (954) 721-5131 Girl’s Softball....................................... (954) 881-7033 (www.eteamz.com/tamaracgirlssoftball) Little League....................................... (954) 720-0301 (www.tamaraclittleleague.com) T-Ball/Coach Pitch.............................. (954) 720-0301 Youth Basketball................................. (954) 722-1166 Youth Football/Cheerleading............... (954) 721-5131 Youth Soccer....................................... (954) 804-5022 (www.tamaracsoccer.com) Adult Leagues....................................... Phone Number Coed Softball...................................... (954) 720-7103 Men’s Basketball................................. (954) 533-5538 Men's Basketball League (Over 30).... (954) 720-7103 Men’s Soccer...................................... (954) 553-0272 Men’s Softball..................................... (954) 726-2013

SPORTS COMPLEX

P R O G R A M

H I G H L I G H T

CAPORELLA A Q U AT I C C E N T E R Visit the Caporella Aquatic Center located at 9300 NW 58 Street. Enjoy its many amenities including a 25 meter swimming pool with zero depth entry and slide, children’s water playground, 3,000 sq.ft. fitness room, locker rooms, picnic tables, and more. Early Lap Swimming: Tuesday and Thursday: 7:00 - 10:00 am

Pool Fees: Daily Fees: Adult Senior/Student/Military (All must show ID) Child (12 and under)

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(Groups of 15 or more people receive a 10% discount — must book in advance) Splash Card: (10 Visits) Adult Senior/Student/Military (All must show ID) Child (12 and under)

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Pro-active Arthritis Water Exercise Class Work on balance and coordination while increasing range of motion, joint flexibility, muscle strength, and cardiovascular fitness without causing strain. When: Monday, 10:00 - 11:00 am, and Wednesday, 12:30 - 1:30 pm Fee: Senior Program Members: Free Non-Senior Program Members: $2.00 per class Swim Lessons Swim Lessons are offered for beginner level swimmers. Swimmers will learn front float, back float, and general arm and leg motions for swimming freestyle and backstroke. Parent-Tot: Ages 3 - 5; Level 1: Ages 6 - 16; Level 2: Intermediate: Ages 6 - 16; Adult: Level 1: Ages 17 & Over. When: Saturday, 9:00 - 9:45 am Tuesday and Thursday: 6:00 – 6:45 pm Fee: Residents: $40.00, Non-residents: $50.00 Water Aerobics Get a total body workout to improve motor skills, balance, strength, and posture. Moderate to high level of cardio will be achieved. When: Monday and Wednesday, 6:00 - 6:45 pm Fee: Residents: $45, Non-residents: $55 For Aquatic Center rental information and fees, please call (954) 597-3660. NOTE: Pool is closed December, January, and February.

Paratransit Tamarac Paratransit maximizes independence and provides access to a full range of activities: medical appointments, grocery shopping, social services, meal programs, the Tamarac Community Center, pharmacies and local banks. The Program is available to seniors 60 years and older with no other means of transportation or to persons who are unable to use the existing City of Tamarac Transit system. Service provides special curb-to-curb service for qualified passengers living in the City of Tamarac. Our goal is to provide a special system of transportation to enhance quality of life and promote independence for disabled persons and/or those 60 years of age or older. For more information on Tamarac’s Paratransit service for medical visits or shopping trips within the city limits, or for information about other Tamarac bus routes, schedules or fares, call (954) 597-3649 (hearing/speech impaired: TTY (954) 724-2417).

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Pool Hours: (July, August, September 2009) Weekdays: Pool: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Slide and Sprayground: 2:30 - 6:00 pm Weekends: Pool, Slide, and Sprayground: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm (Summer 2009): Daily: Pool, Slide, and Sprayground: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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WELLNESS CENTER We invite you to visit the Tamarac Wellness Center (9300 N.W. 58 Street). We have a variety of free weights, life fitness machines, treadmills, elliptical cross trainers, recumbent lifecycles, stationary bikes and more. The Wellness Center offers a friendly non competitive work out environment with an awesome view of our competitive pool or community garden. If this is your first visit, our qualified friendly staff will show you around and get you familiar with the equipment. We also have personal training sessions available. Visit the Tamarac Wellness Center today at 9300 NW 58th Street or contact us at (954) 597-3661 or visit our website at www.tamarac.org.

Now that you’ve read about [just a few] of the great programs and activities Tamarac’s Parks and Recreation Department offers... Flip For It! and read the City’s informative magazine, the Tam-A-Gram! www.tamarac.org/parks