Helpful reminders from the Mayor

Message from Mayor Frank C. Ortis

Dear Reader: This month you’ll experience new changes through the various openings that began occurring over the last few weeks. The City hosted a very fun July 4th celebration for all of our residents and it was so good to once again have such gatherings, even though we are still being very cautious and some adaptations are in place. Our staff is busy creating and planning other events that we’ve all missed for so many months. I encourage all Pines residents to visit the Recreation & Cultural Arts and the Community Service web pages at www.ppines.com, check our calendars, and visit our social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for all the exciting activities and further openings scheduled for the coming months.

A quick reminder -- before going to The Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center, The Frank Art Gallery, and the Passport Office on City Hall’s 4th Floor, which are now open, please be sure to follow any restrictions and guidelines explained on the website.

As you know, August is one of our hottest months of the year, so I urge parents and others to remain vigilant about the ongoing danger of leaving children and pets in hot cars. Temperatures that might seem comfortable for adults can quickly become dangerous for children and pets. Even elderly passengers who can't care for themselves, or those with cognitive problems, can also be at risk if they're left in a car on even a mild day. Never, ever leave your kids or pets in a parked car, even for a moment.

This is also the time for the new school year to begin. Another important reminder is for motorists to slow down and proceed with caution in school zones, stop for buses and be alert for children walking in the street or biking to school. The first day of school in Broward County is August 18th so school zones will once again be operational.

Please remember that we are still in hurricane season and are quickly approaching our most active time of the year. I hope everyone has their hurricane plans in place and are taking steps to prepare. This also includes pruning trees and landscaping now before a storm is on our door step. Be sure to visit our hurricane preparedness information at www.ppines.com/hurricane to help you in your preparations. There are helpful tips, informational videos, resources etc. covering every aspect of making sure we are storm safe.

Please remain safe. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my office at 954-450-1020 or by e-mail at fortis@ppines.com

From your Mayor Frank C. Ortis City of Pembroke Pines

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