TOWN
OF
SURFSIDE
GAZETTE DECEMBER 2015
MESSAGE FROM THE TOWN MANAGER
Reflecting on a Successful 2015 As we approach the end of 2015, all of us should take a moment out of the busy holiday season to reflect on personal and professional achievements and milestones. For me, I will soon celebrate my one year anniversary as Manager of the wonderful Town of Surfside. Looking back on a busy year of countless activities and projects, my first thoughts revolve around meeting and working side-by-side with the Town’s elected officials, staff and active residents. Surfside is blessed with dedicated employees who provide residents with a very high level of service. The Police Department remains proactive and has increased its community relations efforts, special programs and initiatives and added more opportunities to dialogue with citizens. Residents of all ages benefit from the many Parks & Recreation programs, the Aquatic Center and the Community Center. The Public Works Department, Sanitation and Utilities are not only maintaining our infrastructure, but working to improve and beautify the Town. Surfside’s elected officials provide excellent leadership and strive to keep the Town an outstanding place to live, work and play. Finally, the heart and soul of a municipality is its residents. Surfsiders are involved and caring residents living in close-knit neighborhoods. They are passionate about maintaining and improving the quality of life within their Town. They are an inspiration to me and the staff. The Town’s future is bright with unlimited potential. Thank you for allowing me to be part of this exciting time in Surfside’s history. - Guillermo Olmedillo, Town Manager
A Day to Honor the Service of Veterans Surfsiders honored the service of its military veterans at an uplifting ceremony on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. The moving event included current and former elected officials, students, residents and, of course, – Continued on Page 4
Lt. Colonel David Abrahams Mayor Daniel Dietch and Vice Mayor Eli Tourgeman pose with veterans.
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