Hallandale Happenings Q3 2018: July - September | The Best Summer Ever

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A WORD FROM OUR

ELECTED OFFICIALS

Change is happening, and we are working together for a better Hallandale Beach. Through active participation in the Broward MPO, we are working for planning better options for transportation for our City. The issues of transit and mobility are one of my highest priorities, and I look forward to developing better opportunities for our community. In the upcoming months, I will be partnering with staff to produce “Meet the Mayor” segments where we discuss critical issues concerning Hallandale Beach. These will be available via social media or on HBTV. Topics such as development, sustainability, and economic development will be featured. Our goal is to enhance your quality of life.

MAYOR

KEITH S. LONDON KLONDON@COHB.ORG

I would like to share how my colleagues and I are working through an accountable and transparent development process to improve our community. Recently, we successfully negotiated a “due on sale clause” with the Diplomat property, and require the buyer to contribute $500,000 to support ongoing core City Services.

In the next months, we will be working with staff to develop a comprehensive budget and invite you to be part of that process. Follow #HBBudget on social media for upcoming meeting dates.

Last, I want you to know that I consider all sides of issues and concerns before I decide on any particular topic.

I look at the best approach for health, safety, and welfare of all. I welcome you to be part of the dialogue by sending me an email (klondon@cohb.org) or in person at one of my monthly townhall meetings, next one taking place on August 7 at 6 pm in the Cultural Center. I want to hear from you and want you to know we are HB here for you.

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VICE MAYOR

MICHELE LAZAROW MLAZAROW@COHB.ORG

I am happy to report that thanks to the US Conference of Mayors, Mars Pet Care and our grant writing department, the city of Hallandale Beach was the winner of the “Better Pets For Cities” small city grant. With this $20,000 grant, the city of Hallandale Beach will establish a Responsible Pet Ownership campaign.

Studies show that education drives positive outcomes for health and safety of the pet, pet owners and the community. When people are prepared for pet ownership and understand how to integrate them into their homes – less pets are lost or surrendered which alleviates stress on animal welfare organizations.

Our community outreach program will kick off with a “Doggie Palooza” event some time in the summer or early fall. We want to help our community with any resources they may need to keep their pets healthy and happy, these needs may include microchipping, spay and neuter, food and medicine. Education about cruelty issues such as tethering dogs outside, leaving them in hot cars, or other unsafe conditions will also be part of our outreach. The Hallandale Beach Police Department and Parks Department will work together to ensure these programs are implemented in the best ways possible. Follow our pet initiative updates via social media by following #HBWoof.

I invite everyone to be part of the Budget process and join us for the various workshops that the City Commission will have in the next months. Your input is important and I encourage you to be a voice in this process. We have a transparent form of government and want to keep you informed and engaged

through out each step of the process. I also want to let everyone know that as your Vice Mayor, I am listening to your concerns. I believe in a democratic and progressive government, and therefore, try to listen to all sides before making a final determination. Holding steadfast to a unique belief, without being willing to hear all sides leads to polarization. Though I may not be able to support every issue coming before the commission, I wholly appreciate your comments and engagement throughout each agenda item that is presented. Your opinions matter to me.Lastly, I hope all have a great summer and enjoy our beautiful parks and entertainment establishments we have in the City. Hallandale Beach is a city where we can all work, live and play.

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Fellow Hallandale Neighbors & Friends: As always, know I am your number one supporter and champion when it comes to condo fraud and condo discrimination violations. Please look out for my upcoming monthly condo fraud town hall meetings. I want to thank everyone who helped with this year’s prom dress drive for our Hallandale students. Particularly, Hallandale community activists Donna Rubin and Joy Adams who took the entire drive as their responsibility and made this happen. We would not have had suits, dresses and shoes were it not for them. Also a huge thank you to PAL and Hallandale PD. Fellow community volunteers- Sabrina Javalleno, Steve Carlo, Pattie Ditto, Susie Lewis, and Barbara Southwick.Nancy Ferrante Gemma of Gemco Painting in Hollywood, FL - saved the day, by providing a storage space for dozens of dresses, but also donating new clothes racks and delivering them to the Hepburn Center.A heartfelt thank you to the following generous bridal and tuxedo shops/tailors: Mr. And Mrs. Harrell of Harrells Fine Mens Fashions- who not only custom made and fitted full tuxedos and suits (vests, bow ties and then some) - they came down to fit the young men from Hallandale High students., Ava Keller, Zola Keller, Ana Bueno of COMMISSIONER Paws2Care Coalition, Coral Gables Bridal, Merlili Bridal (Coral Gables), Wonderland ANABELLE TAUB Bridal (Margate, FL), Ms. Tierney- teacher at Gulfstream Academy. All of these ATAUB@COHB.ORG individuals made sure the kids in our community can feel like a prince or princess for a night. As always feel free to call me at 954-937-1006 or read my weekly updates at Facebook.com/AnabelleTaub18 FOR SPANISH TRANSLATION VISIT: COHB.ORG/SPANISHQ3HAPPENINGS

Educating Our Children for the Future Computer coding is the universal language and most important new skill for this generation of young people to have as they transition from school into the workforce.

In Hallandale Beach, I have been proud to spearhead an effort to offer a coding program to our kids. I came into office and learned that the city had a non-profit arm known as The Future Foundation, which had been mismanaged and plagued by scandal. As our commission was working to close the doors on this troubled organization, we had to find a use for the nearly $100,000 remaining in its account. I am grateful to my colleagues for agreeing to allocate these funds to the instructional coding program effort. This program will open doors for our children to the jobs of the future. And for now, it won’t cost the taxpayers of Hallandale Beach one cent.

Upcoming Elections On August 28, Elections will be held for partisan primaries, county commission, county and circuit court judgeships and referendums. If you want to have a say in COMMISSIONER what who governs and what policies are enacted, it is critical that you vote. Our RICHARD DALLY Hallandale Beach city elections aren’t until November, but if you’re only voting in RDALLY@COHB.ORG November, you are limiting your own voice and influence on important decisions.

Please get to know who and what is on the ballot for August and make sure that you vote. If you need help, feel free to reach out to me by phone or email.

FOR SPANISH TRANSLATION VISIT: COHB.ORG/SPANISHQ3HAPPENINGS

COMMISSIONER

MIKE BUTLER

MBUTLER@COHB.ORG

Traffic is an ongoing concern that is at the top of my priorities. I am partnering with City staff members to see the realization of complete streets. Our needs to focus on enhanced transit and pedestrian mobility will require a significant level of planning, along with your involvement. We encourage you to participate in our monthly Commission Meetings so that together we can plan effectively. Also, I am very encouraged to see the recent revitalization plans for the Fashion Arts Design District (FADD) and the numerous opportunities that exist for developers.

I’d like to see a Hallandale Beach that offers innovative food cafes and artfocused establishments that would bring entertaining and cultural venues to our community. Last, I’d like to take a moment to remind our community to be prepared for the Hurricane Season. Please do not take preparation lightly. Follow the City’s social media for updates, or any of the many other relevant information sources regarding hurricane preparedness. I want to thank our community members for making Hallandale Beach a vibrant destination and a progressive community.

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Public Safety

CITY MANAGER Roger M. Carlton

Please make note of the following public safety services for our constituents.

Alarm Systems

Hallandale Beach’s Alarm Ordinance requires that each alarm system (residential or business), be registered with the City.

For more information, visit: cohb.org/alarms

Jennifer Merino

To sign up for a class, visit cohb.org/firstaid

954-457-1325

DEPUTY CITY MANAGER Nydia Rafols

954-457-1306

ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER/ COMMUNITY/ REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (HBCRA) Jeremy Earle, PhD.

First Aid Classes

954-457-1300

CITY ATTORNEY

#HBHERE4U 953-457-2228

ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER/PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES/ENGINEERING/ CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS Steven Parkinson

954-357-1600

ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER/ IT/PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER

Economic Crimes

Did you know we have an economic crimes unit? For more information please contact: Detective Christopher Grieco (954) 457-1432 cgrieco@cohb.org

Have A Question About Debris?

Visit cohb.org/debris or call 954-457-1616

Greg Chavarria

954-457-2226

CITY CLERK Jenorgen Guillen

954-457-1469

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Keven Klopp, Director

954-457-1376

Building

954-457-1383

Code Enforcement

954-457-1390

Planning and Zoning

954-4571378

Emil Lopes, Director

954-457-1371

Chief Mark Ellis

954-457-1470

954-4571345

HUMAN SERVICES Beverly Sanders-Mayweather, Director

954-457-1460

954-457-1452

Foster Park

954-455-0310

Teen Center

954-457-3066

OB Johnson Park

954-457-1460

HB MINIBUS TRACK

Cultural Community Center

954-457-1452

THE CITY’S FOUR (4)

Peter Bluesten Park Pool

954-457-1458

B.F. James Pool

954-457-1321

COPYRIGHT : NADEZHDA MOLKENTIN

September Tours Curci House Tours Historic Schoolhouse

Andrea Lues, Director

954-457-1331

PUBLIC WORKS Steven Parkinson, Director

954-457-1600

RISK MANAGEMENT

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Jim Buschman

954-457-1310

IMPORTANT NUMBERS Fire & Police Emergency

911

Water Billing

954-457-1360

Solida Waste

954-457-1612

Water Plant

954-457-1610

LIBRARY Broward County Library

954-357-6380

ANIMAL SERVICES Broward County Animal Care

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954-457-1400

PROCUREMENT

August 10

COHB.ORG/HBCITYCLERK

Cathie Schanz, Director

Chief Sonia Quiñones

August 4

MANAGE PUBLIC RECORD REQUESTS, PUBLIC COMMENTS, VISITOR TRACKER,

PARKS & RECREATION

POLICE

Augst Tours Curci House | Community Unity Back to School Bash Foster Park | HOST Afterschool Program Begins (registration now open) Foster Park | Tours Historic Schoolhouse |

COHB.ORG/MYHBAPP

FIRE RESCUE

Radu Dodea, Director

July Parks & Recreation Month | throughout July, 2018 Food Trucks South City Beach Park | July 1 – 12 Discover Your Parks Open House & Family Fun Day OB Johnson Park | July 21

REPORT ANY ISSUES VIA MOBILE APP

FINANCE

HUMAN RESOURCES

Upcoming Events

MOBILE APPS AVAILABLE

954-359-1313

COMMUNITY BUS ROUTES. COHB.ORG/HBMINIBUS

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Entertainment Venue Winner!

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Synergy Yoga has won a local contest as Hallandale’s favorite entertainment venue.

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New Fire Station Headquarters Check out our new Firestation and EOC.

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Improvements to Waste Collection

Stay informed on new disposal service changes to improve our service

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Summertime Fitness Learn ways to stay fit this summer with Fire Officer Hurtado.

Hurricane Preparedness

Be Hurricane Ready!

Steve’s Recipe

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Learn from our employee’s hidden talents

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Supporting New Program Learn about the new innovative program helping our youngsters.

Water Safety 101

Get prepared this summer!

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SANITATION SERVICES Single family homes and apartments of 4 units or less are collected once a week with the option of twice a week collection at an additional charge.

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Bulk Pickup / On Demand Please see page 07 for new changes.

MINIMIZE POLLUTION Ground water is one of the most precious resources that we Floridians posses. Most of our water supply comes from rain, which recharges the Biscayne Aquifer. This aquifer provides most of the water that we drink, use for irrigation and for other daily activities. Our water supply can be easily contaminated by pollutants because it is located close to the land surface.

Here are simple things that we can do in our everyday lives to help keep our water clean: -Pick up dog waste. If dog waste enters our ground water supply it can cause contamination in the form of bacteria (coliform), viruses and parasites. Dog waste can cause serious illness in humans and in fish. It can also lead to algal blooms because it contains nitrogen and phosphorus.

-Be aware when you wash your car. Use biodegradable, phosphate free car wash soap and wash your car on area that is able to absorb water (such as grass and gravel). Don’t forget to empty your wash bucket into a sink or toilet. Cars washed on the street cause contaminated water to enter the storm drain. This water eventually impacts our ground water.

Have an issue?

Report it.

- Practice proper lawn care. When needed, be sure to use natural fertilizer and pesticides on your lawn. Natural fertilizer and compost help keep your plants healthy and allows them to survive pests and diseases.

If you must use synthetic fertilizer be sure to follow the application instructions. Tailor your pest control to specific pests. Over applying fertilizer and pesticides will not help your plants, it will only serve to contaminate our ground water supply.

Find out the latest on bulkpickup please visit: cohb.org/bulkpickup2018

VISIT COHB.ORG/MYHBAPP

BE A PART OF THE FY 18-19 BUDGET DEVELOPMENT PROCESS Attend any of our future meetings City Commission Budget Workshop August 13 at 12:30PM

Budget Hearings: Sept 12 and Sept 24 at 5:05PM

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Waste Collection Updates

The Breakdown Effective June 23, 2018, the City will be closing its Residential Trash Drop-off site (located at 630 NW 2 nd Street). Now residents will be able to dispose of bulk material and yard waste on a weekly basis instead of a quarter basis at the Broward County facility, which is located at 5601 West Hallandale Beach Blvd in West Park.

Visit

Cohb.org/2018BulkPickup

for more information.

This facility is available to residents on Saturdays from 8:00am – 4:00pm. HB Residents will be able to bring material up to four times a month, instead of the City’s current limitation of one disposal per quarter.

Bulk and Yard Waste Collection Transitions To A Monthly Program Effective date was July 2, 2018, each section will be scheduled for collection one week at a time to accomplish this task.

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Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Effective June 23 the City’s Residential Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Drop-Off program will transition from a weekly program to a quarterly program.

Residents may drop off their HHW at the facility located at 630 NW 2nd Street, during the following dates: Saturday Sept. 1, 2018 Saturday Dec. 1, 2018 Saturday Mar. 3, 2019 Saturday Jun. 2, 2019

Responsibility and Limitations Residents are required to offload and place material in the dumpster themselves, and must be abide by the unloading directions of the site supervisor.

Children under the age of 16 are not permitted in the loading area. Care and caution should be exercised at all times. For additional information, please visit: www.broward.org/ WasteAndRecycling/ WasteDisposal/Pages/ DropOffCenters.aspx

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Each section must have debris placed in the swale by 7:00AM on the Monday of the section’s schedule pickup week. Once collection truck visits the street, they will not be able to return until next scheduled collection.

The Sanitation Division will coordinate with Code Compliance once each section is completed and Code Compliance may issue citations for violations.

For Residential Electronic Recycling/ Household Hazardous Waste Disposal please visit: cohb.org/hazardouswaste

Keep Hallandale Beach Clean!

Learn more by visiting: cohb.org/keepHBclean

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FOR MORE INFORMATION:

954-457-1452 HBparksrec@cohb.org cohb.org/parksonline

PARKS PROGRAMS

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Facility

Program

Days

Time

Ages

BF James Pool

Parent/Child Learn2Swim

Monday & Wednesday

5:00pm-5:30pm

6 months to under 3 years

BF James Pool

Preschool Learn2Swim

Monday & Wednesday

5:00pm-6:00pm

3 years to under 6 years

BF James Pool

Learn2Swim

Monday & Wednesday

6:00pm-6:45pm

6 years to 12 years

BF James Pool

Adult Learn2Swim

Monday & Wednesday

7:00pm-7:45pm

18 years and up

BF James Pool

H2U Aqua Exercise

Monday & Wednesday

11:00am-12:00pm

All ages

BF James Pool

Parent/Child Learn2Swim

Tuesday & Thursday

5:00pm-5:30pm

6 months to under 3 years

BF James Pool

Learn2Swim

Tuesday & Thursday

6:00pm-7:45pm

6 years to 12 years

BF James Pool

Preschool Learn2Swim

Tuesday & Thursday

5:00pm-6:00pm

3 years to under 6 years

BF James Pool

Learn2Swim

Saturday & Sunday

10:00am-10:45am

6 years to 12 years

BF James Pool

Parent/Child Learn2Swim

Saturday & Sunday

9:00am-9:30am

6 months to under 3 years

BF James Pool

Preschool Learn2Swim

Saturday & Sunday

9:30am-10:00am

3 years to under 6 years

BF James Pool

Splash & Sports Camp

07/23 – 07/27

9:00am – 4:00pm

ages 6 through 12

BF James Pool

Open Swim

Everyday

11am – 4:45pm

All ages

Cultural Center

Aerobics

Monday & Wednesday

10:00am-11:00am

50+

Cultural Center

Mah Jongg & Board Games

Monday & Tuesday

12:00pm-4:00pm

50+

Cultural Center

Bridge

Wednesday

12:00pm-3:00pm

50+

Cultural Center

Kripalu Yoga

Tuesday

10:30am-11:30am

50+

Cultural Center

Kripalu Yoga

Thursday

10:00am-11:00am

50+

Cultural Center

Line Dance

Monday

11:00am-12:00pm

50+

Cultural Center

Line Dance

Wednesday

11:00am-12:00pm

50+

Cultural Center

Zumba

Friday & Saturday

10:00am-11:00am

50+

Cultural Center

Atlantic Shotokan Karate

Wednesday

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5 years - Adult

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Beginners

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5:30pm-6:30pm

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Novice

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6:30pm-7:30pm

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Intermediate/Advanced

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7:30pm-8:30pm

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Foster Park

HF Ballet

Monday

6:30pm-7:30pm

3-6 years

Foster Park

HF Hip Hop Dance

Tuesday

6:30pm-7:30pm

7 years & up

Foster Park

HF Zumba

Tuesday & Thursday

6:30pm-7:30pm

Adults 7-12 years

Foster Park

HF Ballet

Wednesday

6:30pm-7:30pm

Foster Park

HF Field Trip

Saturday

TBD

All Ages

Foster Park

Library

Monday-Friday

6:00pm-9:00pm

All ages

Foster Park

Library

Saturday & Sunday

12:00pm-5:00pm

All ages

Foster Park

Library Make & Take

Sunday

2:30pm

All ages

OB Johnson Park

Open Gym

Monday-Thursday

6:00pm-9:00pm

6 years &up

OB Johnson Park

Open Gym

Friday

6:00pm-10:00pm

6 years &up

OB Johnson Park

Open Gym

Saturday

8:00am-10:00pm

6 years &up

OB Johnson Park

Open Gym

Sunday

8:00am-9:00pm

6 years &up

OB Johnson Park

Computer Lab

Monday-Thursday

6:00pm-9:00pm

13 years &up

OB Johnson Park

Computer Lab

Friday

6:00pm-10:00pm

13 years &up

OB Johnson Park

Computer Lab

Saturday

8:00am-10:00pm

13 years &up

OB Johnson Park

Computer Lab

Sunday

8:00am-9:00pm

13 years &up

OB Johnson Park

Fitness Center

Mon,Tues,Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun

8:00am – 9:00pm

18 years &up

OB Johnson Park

Fitness Center

Wednesday

12:00pm-9:00pm

18 years &up

OB Johnson Park

TaeKwonDo

Tues/Thurs

6:15pm -7:45pm

5 years &up

OB Johnson Park

A.R.I.S.E. Dance Studio

Weds/Thur/Fri

6:00-8:00pm

6 -17 years

OB Johnson Park

Teen Zone

Mon-Friday

12:00pm-6:00pm

13 - 17 years

OB Johnson Park

Teen Zone

Sat/Sun

1:00pm-6:00pm

13 - 17 years

Curci House

Tours

1st Saturday of month

11:00am-4:00pm

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Schoolhouse

Tours

3rd Saturday of month

12:00pm -3:00pm

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FLOOD HAZARD INFORMATION & PROTECTION Know Your Flood Hazard

Flooding is a serious threat and the City of Hallandale Beach is working to help protect your property and belongings. The City offers several services to help you identify your flooding potential and raise awareness to potential problems.

Even if your property is not located next to a body of water, it may be susceptible to flooding. Take advantage of these free city services. Call 954-457-1620 today to find out: • In which flood zone your property is located • If your property is subject to special flood-related hazards, such as coastal erosion • If your property is located in an area that has previously had flooding problems • If your property is located near an area that should be protected because of its natural floodplain functions

Wherever it Rains, It Can Flood

Visit the website www.FloodSmart.gov or call (888) 379-9531 to find a flood insurance agent, or call the City at 954-4571620 for information about flood insurance to protect your building and/or your contents. If you rent or lease your home, the contents should be protected with a flood insurance policy.

Protect Your Property from Flood Damage

The City provides property protection consultations including site visits and drainage evaluations. Call 954-457-1386 for property protection advice.

Elevation Certificates

Elevation Certificates are available for many of the buildings in the City through the Building Division. Call 954-457-1382 to request an archive search.

Emergency Notifications

The City of Hallandale Beach and Broward County depend on the National Weather Service (NWS) for flood notification.

The NWS will issue flood advisories prior to expected heavy rainfall that could cause flooding. During emergencies, the City will publish the latest information on social media using #HBEmergency. Follow the City’s social media pages facebook.com/cityofhallandalebeach or twitter.com/myhbeach

Keep Hallandale Beaches Clean The City of Hallandale Beach is focusing on keeping HELP KEEP our city clean. Please help us by remembering the OUR BEACHES following: CLEAN

View video by visiting: cohb.org/KeepBeachesClean

• Dogs are not allowed on the beach or in city parks.

• When you do take your dogs out please don’t forget to take your utensils • Waste cannot be disposed of in a city receptacle.

Violation of the listed ordinance is $100.00 City ordinance(s): Sec 6-5 Animals not permitted in public parks or beaches Sec 6-62 Duty to carry and use utensils for removal and cleanup of waste Sec 6-63 Disposal of waste material

Let’s keep our beaches clean!

The City of Hallandale Beach is focusing on keeping our city clean. Please help us by remembering the following:

IMPORTANT PARK & REC DATES

• Dogs are not allowed on the beach or in city parks.

• When you do take your dogs out please don’t forget to take your utensils

JULY

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NATIONAL OPEN HOUSE DAY; 11AM-2PM AT OB JOHNSON PARK

BACK 2 SCHOOL BASH; 6-9PM AT FOSTER PARK

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• Dog waste cannot be disposed of in a city receptacle.

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LET’S KEEP OUR BEACHES CLEAN

COASTAL CLEAN-UP; 9AM-NOON AT SOUTH CITY BEACH PARK

Report issues using the myHBeach app available at www.cohb.org/myHBeach

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HB Welcomes New Program

The City of Hallandale Beach welcomes a new program called Manhood On The Go (MOTG), a summer leadership program for young men in the city.

Follow Manhood On The Go at:

/manhoodonthego

The MOTG program is committed to promoting excellence and bring forth opportunity for ambitious young men in underresourced communities throughout the United States.

@ManhoodOnTheGo

The ultimate goal of the program is to teach young men to leverage community resources around them, learn career and life development skills, and become productive members by contributing to their community. The program is not only designed to help students throughout their academic careers but is also aimed to help each participant gain a lifetime of successes.

As a part of the program, the youth

can expect to go through a series of hands-on career readiness and life development modules, attend different field trips to learn different skills, etiquette, overall health and wellness, how to write a resume, and much more. Teens will also get a feel for different career paths available to them outside their immediate communities.

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IMAN SANDIFER, FOUNDER OF MANHOOD ON THE GO FOUNDATION

To participate in the academy, young men must: • be between the ages of 13-17 • be a member of the Hallandale Parks and Recreation O.B. Johnson Park Teen Zone • attend a South Florida middle school or high school • be able to commit complete the program in its entirety including community service and career readiness opportunities • have an eagerness to grow as a young man and reach their full potential in life

The program will run for the summer months, MayAugust and are looking to expand to run throughout the school year. Anyone interested can sign up on the website www.manhoodonthego.org or in person with the staff at O.B. Johnson Park.

The program also welcomes volunteers for mentoring or to be guest speakers of the program.

ACM CHAVARRIA VOLUNTEERED AS GUEST SPEAKER FOR ONE SESSION

HB APPRECIATES OUR TEACHERS The City of Hallandale Beach and the Education Advisory Board are very appreciative of the teachers and staff of our community. On May 31, 2018, the Education Advisory Board along with the Hallandale Beach Chamber of Commerce held the 3rd Annual Teacher & Support Staff of the Year Luncheon! Honorees were for Gulfstream Academy: Shirline Alexander and Jennifer Calderon for Teacher of the Year and Blanca Ochoa for NonInstructional Employee of the Year. For Hallandale High, the honorees were: Derek Rivera, Teacher of the Year and Frinette Volquez, Non-Instructional Employee of the Year.

A special thank you to all sponsors and those who helped to make this event a success!

View photos by visiting: cohb.org/HBteacher2018

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Learn Water Safety with BF James Pool Lifegaurd Mike Carabeo Video available at cohb.org/watersafety

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WATER SAFETY TIPS It’s that time of year again!

As school is out, we recommend parents to review water safety tips with their children.

We anticipate that more people (including our children) will head to the pool and the beach. We must not forget the importance of water safety. It all begins with learning to swim. The City of Hallandale Beach offers swimming lessons year-round to help families prepare for the endless water festivities.

“Do your part... be water smart.”

-Mike Carabeo

Here are some helpful tips to remain safe this summer: • Always to follow swim rules, whether at the beach or the pool • Swim near the lifeguard stand.

• Don’t just pack life jackets. Wear them.

• Look before you jump or swim into any body of water.

• Never swim alone, swim in pairs.

• If you see anyone in distress, practice: “Reach or throw, don’t go.”

• Jumping in may place your life at further risk. See if there are any objects to throw or reach them to pull them to safety Following these simple tips can decrease the chances of danger and increase your chances of fun.

Keep up to date with the Parks & Rec Department at:

/HBParksRec

For more safety tips and information on how you and your family can attend swimming lessons, contact B.F. James Pool at (954) 457-1321.

@HBParksRec

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Steve's Sour Cream Pumpkin Coffee Cake Recipe

GET TO KNOW THE HB TEAM Who is Steven Parkinson?

Mr. Parkinson serves double duty as one of the Assistant City Manager (ACM) and Director of the Department of Public Works. ACM Parkinson has more than 20 years of experience in the public sector, including capital improvements and engineering. In

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his current role, ACM Parkinson oversees the Department of Public Works and the Capital Improvements Office. Mr. Parkinson leads a team of professionals that ensure the quality of water service, sanitary and storm sewer operations, municipal construction projects, and fleet management. Recent projects under his leadership completed within this fiscal year include the N.E. 14 Avenue Roadway improvements and the

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION Makes 12 servings | per serving: 47% calories from fat 24 g fat 11 g saturated fat 109 mg cholesterol 56 g carbohydrates 39 g total sugar 36 g added sugar 6g protein 173 mg sodium 3 g fiber

INGREDIENTS

Streusel Topping 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 cup plus 1/3 cup sugar, divided 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 large eggs, divided 1 cup sour cream 1 15 ounce can puree, solid pack pumpkin 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Lightly butter a 13x9x2 inch baking dish and set aside. Using a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and baking soda, further set aside.

In the bowl of an electric mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment on medium speed, cream the butter, 3/4 cup sugar and vanilla. Add 3 eggs, beating well.

Add the flour mixture alternately with the sour cream, beginning and ending with flour.

Using a separate medium bowl, whisk the pumpkin, remaining 1/3 cup sugar, remaining egg and the pumpkin pie spice, until combined.

Spoon half of the flour mixture into a prepared pan, spreading evenly into the corners, Sprinkle half of the streusel mixture on top. Spread the pumpkin mixture over the streusel, then carefully spread the remaining flor batter over the pumkin mixture.

Sprinkle with remaining streusel topping.

Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean for about 50 to 60 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

STREUSEL TOPPING

1 cup packed light brown sugar 1/3 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts newly opened Fire Rescue Station Headquarters.

Amongst dedicating numerous hours towards his role, he has a passion for cooking, from which he proudly shares with the HB staff!

DIRECTIONS

In light of a wonderful pick-me-up, at almost every Monday morning staff meeting, Steve brings in a baked delight for the team to enjoy.

NUTRITION INFORMATION

For this quarter we have had the pleasure of having Mr. Parkinson share one of his scrumptious recipes. Enjoy Steve’s Sour Cream Pumpkin Recipe.

Using a medium mixing bowl, combine sugar, butter, and cinnamon until crumbly. Fold in nuts.

- Makes about 2 cups

Per 2 Tablespoon Serving: 134 calories, 58% calories from fat, 9g fat, 3g saturated fat, 10mg cholesterol, 15g carbohydrates, 14 g total sugar, 13g added sugar, 1g protein, 4mg sodium, 1g fiber

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INGALLS PARK RENOVATIONS ARE FULL SPEED AHEAD The renovation construction for Ingalls Park started on the fourth week of April 2018. As of late June, the contractor has completed site preparations and demolished selective buildings that are part of the project plan. Included in the reconstruction of the park are the Community Center and Restroom facilities. New concrete columns and beams have been poured, and rough plumbing and electrical work are almost complete. The contractor has installed new wall framing and is expected to start drywall and insulation work soon. Roof replacement and ceiling insulation are also expected to start in the month of July, as well as the construction of the new precast concrete wall on the east

side of the park. Ingalls Park is located in the SW quadrant of the City of Hallandale Beach on the SE corner of 1st Street and 8th Avenue. Features to be included on this park are: New perimeter Fence along 1st Street, 2nd Court, and 8th Avenue, New pre-cast Concrete Wall on the East side of the Park, New Decorative Fence around the pond, 32 New Parking Spaces, New Playground and Exercise Equipment Stations, New Pavilions and Gazebo, Community Center and Restroom Building Renovation, Landscaping, and related improvements. This construction is part of the General Obligation Bond that passed in 2014. For more information, please visit: www.gohallandaleparks.com/ingalls-park

INGALLS PARK RENOVATIONS

PROM DRESS DRIVE IS A SUCCESS A big thank you to all that helped with this year’s prom dress drive for our Hallandale students. This initiative is in it’s second year, led by Commissioner Taub, and she would like to thank Hallandale community activists Donna Rubin and Joy Adams who took the entire drive as their responsibility and make the event happen. Many suits, dresses and shoes became available because of their effort. A huge thank you to PAL and Hallandale PD, fellow community volunteers- Sabrina Javalleno, Steve Carlo, Pattie Ditto, Susie Lewis, and Barbara Southwick. Other businesses that participated in the event include, Gemco Painting, Harrel’s Fine Mens Fashions, Ava Keller, Zola Keller, Ana Bueno of Paws2Care Coalition, Coral Gables Bridal, Merlili Bridal, Wonderland Bridal, and Ms. Tierney from Gulstream Academy. All of these individuals made sure the kids in our community can feel like a prince or princess for a night.

PROM DRESS DRIVE VOLUNTEERS ASSIST AT OB JOHNSON

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BUDGET WORKSHOP FOR FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019 The City Commission will be considering major changes to how the City collects and disposes of solid waste for multifamily, single family, commercial and recycling customers. In the future these services may be provided by private collectors.

In addition, the City Commission will be considering merging the Fire Department (includes fire and emergency services) and the Police Department with the Broward County Sheriff’s Office for Fiscal Year 2018-2019. The details will be discussed at the August budget workshop.

The Budget Workshop will be held on:

August 13, 2018 at 12:30 PM City Commission Chambers, City Hall 400 South Federal Highway Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009

HALLANDALE BEACH OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE RESIDENTIAL First Time Homebuyer

The First Time Homebuyer Program provides up to $50,000 in down payment assistance for the purchase of a first home in the CRA district. These funds are available to affordable housing buyers (whose income is between 50 and 120 percent of the Broward County median income guidelines) to be used for gap funding and closing costs.

Neighborhood Improvement Program Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP) is to provide financial assistance for exterior residential facade improvements in the redevelopment district for the purpose of improving property conditions and value.

APPLY HERE: COHB.ORG/HOUSING

COMMERCIAL Fashion, Art and Design District Priority Area Incentives

The Fashion, Art and Design District (FADD) has been deemed a Priority Area for the purposes of promoting the renovation of building facades and encouraging the development of such uses including but not limited to: • Microbreweries/ Wine Bars • Specialty Coffee shops • Trendy urban restaurants • Family oriented restaurants • Art Galleries

APPLY HERE: COHB.ORG/FADDINCENTIVES

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SUMMER FITNESS

With the summer here, longer days mean greater opportunities to work out with friends and maintain a healthy lifestyle. We had the privilege of getting tips from Fire Safety Officer Orlando Hurtado. In this feature, he shares certain exercise tips that will help you stay active and fit. Remember to consult with your doctor before exercising and stay hydrated by drinking lots of water.

Follow HB Fire Rescue at:

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/HallandaleBchFR

@HBFR33009

PUNCHES 40 REPS PER SET Use your fists like a boxer and help push power in each throw punch.

1A Orlando from the Hallandale Beach Fire Rescue Department shows us a few effective positions in order to continue your fitness journey this summer.

Stay fit, stay active Hallandale Beach residents!

PUSHUPS

10-15 REPS PER SET Place arms as shown and legs as straight as possible

1B Extend left arm, bring back to rest position, then extend right arm. Continue this for 1 set.

Rest 1 minute and complete 2 more sets

LUNGES

2A

10-15 REPS PER SET Stand as tall and straight at rest position.

3A Remember to workout at your own pace, everyone is at their own level of fitness.

2B Push against the floor, hold and return to rest position. After 1 set, rest 1 minute and complete 2 more sets.

3B Kneel down as shown on left leg, bring back to rest position, then kneel on right leg. Continue this for 1 set. After 1 set, rest 1 minute and complete 2 more sets.

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Do-It-Yourself

TIPS

to Prepare Homes for Hurricanes

Hurricane Season Began June 1 Florida has had about twice as many hurricane landfalls in recorded history as any state, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

There are several easy steps homeowners can take to reduce the chances their property becomes a statistic.

Hurricane season is here so Florida homeowners should consider the following do-it-yourself tips to protect their property:

INSTALL STORM SHUTTERS

Storm Shutters protect windows from strong winds.

IDENTIFY SOMEWHERE TO SECURE OUTDOOR ITEMS

Items such as like furniture, garden tools, toys and garbage cans. Strong winds can turn these items into projectiles that may damage homes and cause injuries.

CLEAN GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS.

Leaves, twigs and debris can clog them and prevent rainwater from efficiently draining away from homes. Consult with a licensed contractor for proper installation.

BUY FLOOD INSURANCE.

Most home insurance policies do not cover the expensive damage of hurricanerelated flooding. National Flood Insurance Program policies become effective 30 days after the date of purchase so homeowners should purchase one before it’s too late.

Learn more at www.floodsmart.gov.

FOLLOW THE CITY OF HALLANDALE BEACH FIRE RESCUE AND #HBEMERGENCY FOR ANY EMERGENCY UPDATES.

City of Hallandale Beach Awarded $20,000 to Establish New Pet-Friendly selected to receive a BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ grant Initiative City to engage residents in pet ownership education and petfriendly programming.

On June 8, 2018, the City of Hallandale Beach was selected by the United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) and Mars Petcare to receive a $20,000 BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ grant to establish a Happy/Healthy Pets initiative. The grant was awarded to help cities promote, support and expand pet-friendly programs and policies in communities across the country.

“Every life is precious, even those with four legs. Our residents consider their pets like their children, members of their family,” said Hallandale Beach Vice Mayor Michele Lazarow. “This grant will allow us to implement programs that make Hallandale Beach the pet friendliest city in South Florida. I would like to give special thanks to the U.S. Conference of Mayors and Mars Petcare for their generous contribution to our

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community. I hope this program serves as a role model for other cities to adopt.”

Vice Mayor Lazarow looks forward to working with the Hallandale Beach Police and Parks Departments and the Broward County Animal Care and Control to ensure that the grant helps Hallandale Beach pet owners be the most responsible guardians that they can.

Through events, communications and improved infrastructure, the program will educate residents on the importance of spaying/neutering pets, pet adoption, microchipping and dog tagging, and anti-tethering laws, among other topics.

The program will also aim to increase the city’s capacity to accommodate lost pets and reunite lost pets with their owners quickly, as well as reduce pet

homelessness and overpopulation in shelters. For more information about the BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program, please visit BetterCitiesForPets. com and follow #HBWoof on social media for any updates on the intiative.

EVENTS The Police Athletic League of Hallandale Beach will be offering a wide variety of athletic program for the youth in our community and some spectacular special events to keep our residents coming back for more.

PAL Football & Cheerleading PAL Football and Cheerleading is offered to all children ages 5-14 years. This season we will be participating with the Youth Florida Youth Football League which feature unlimited pounds. Registration runs until to July 31st.

Practices start on July 12th at our wonderful field at OB Johnson Park.

Soccer Fall Soccer registration takes place from October 1 to October 31st, 2018. The season runs through March 2019. Boys and girls between the ages of 4-18 will play at our athletic facility located at 1000 SW 3rd Street.

Teams fill up quickly so be sure to sign up on time.

Texas Hold-em On Saturday, September 1st, 2018, PAL will host its annual Texas Hold-Em at the Poker Room at Mardi Gras Casino. The event begins at 7:30pm and offers cash prizes totaling $6,000! Your $100 buy-in includes a t-shirt and a fabulous dinner buffet. Guest of players may also purchase a dinner buffet for $25.

For more information please visit hallandalebeachpal.com

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NEW FIRE RESCUE HEADQUARTERS OPENS On Saturday June 30, the City of Hallandale Beach inaugurated the new Fire Rescue Headquarters that will serve the Hallandale Beach Community.

“The City of Hallandale Beach is investing in our first responders to ensure the residents in this community are provided with the most state of the art fire and Rescue services ensuring safety, health, welfare and viability, and protection for all,” stated Mayor Keith S. London. Fire Station 7, the operational name of the facility, is 25,000 square feet, holds four apparatus bays and has been constructed to withstand wind speeds of up to 200 miles per hour. “This is one of the most state-ofthe-art facilities in the region,” mentioned Fire Rescue Chief Mark Ellis.

The new facility will also serve as the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) of the City. The EOC, located on the 2nd floor of the building, is equipped with a 48-square foot video wall to monitor emergencies, resilient communications technology and multiple command workstations that will support strategic level decision-making for emergency management.

“The new facility was designed to enhance the City’s ability to keep the public safe,” said City Manager Roger M. Carlton.

A new “push-in” ceremony for the new Fire Engine took place during the grand opening event. The new station is located on 111 Foster Road, centrally located in the City of Hallandale Beach, FL. Broward County Commissioner Barbara Sharief, Mayor Keith S. London, Vice Mayor Michele Lazarow, Commissioner Richard Dally and many members of the Hallandale Beach community attended the celebration. The City of Hallandale Beach has posted pictures on the City’s Facebook page for the community to view. Members of the public may follow #HBFireHQ to view pictures of the event.

View inauguration video:

cohb.org/HBfirestation7

Stay tuned by following Fire Rescue

/HallandaleBchFR @HBFR33009

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Time & Location

Dates

All meetings will take place at the Hallandale Beach Cultural Center, located directly behind City Hall.

Tues. / Aug. 7th 2018 Tues. / Sept. 18th 2018 Tues. / Oct. 16th 2018

6pm-8pm 6pm-8pm 6pm-8pm

FAVORITE ENTERTAINMENT VENUE WINNER!

In the month of May the City of Hallandale Beach created a social media poll to determine what is Hallandale Beach’s favorite entertainment venue.

We received over 60 entries. From restaurants to night clubs to even health spas became part of the feedback from the community. For third place, Cheetah Nightclub was selected as the most favorite entertainment venue winner. For second, the public chose Gulfstream Park.

Finally, the City of Hallandale Beach would like to congratulate Synergy Yoga for winning Hallandale Beach’s Favorite Entertainment Venue.

Get to know your local businesses, stop in Synergy Yoga.

Follow Synergy Yoga at:

/synergyyogahallandale @synergyyogahallandale

SYNERGY IS LOCATED AT: 138 NE 1st Ave, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009

Contact information: (954) 613-7884 www.synergyyogahallandale.org

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