TOWN SURFSIDE GAZETTE OF
DECEMBER 2017
MESSAGE FROM THE TOWN MANAGER
Reflecting During Surfside’s Busy Holiday Season
Ready or not, the annual holiday wave is washing over our Town. From the twinkling lights along Harding Avenue to the decorations on lawns in our close-knit neighborhoods, Surfside is dressed up for the season. Amid gatherings, special events and shopping, we should take time to reflect on 2017. Still fresh in our minds is the impact of Hurricane Irma. On November 1, Surfside held a well attended public meeting to review our actions before, during and after the storm. Overall, the Town received mostly high marks in all categories and no residents or staff were injured during the storm. In the days prior to landfall, extra garbage and trash was collected. This meant less debris had to be collected after the storm, enabling the Town to return to normal sooner than other communities. Surfside police went door-to-door to alert residents of the evacuation. After the storm, they checked on those who chose to stay. The Police also ensured that only Surfsiders could re-enter the Town after the storm, minimizing any crimes. What will we do better? Clear and effective communication with residents, businesses and partners is critical. Hurricanes remain difficult to predict. Everyone must know their role and responsibility when situations quickly change. Preparation remains more important than ever. Plan on getting involved early in the planning and preparation of the 2018 hurricane season. Remember to patronize our variety of high quality shops and restuarants in our business district this season. On behalf of our staff and elected officials, have a wonderful and safe holiday. - Guillermo Olmedillo, Town Manager
Surfside Retirement Plan Recognized Among the Nation’s Best
The future looks bright for Surfside employees who will benefit from the Town’s strong Retirement Plan. The Public Pension Coordinating Council recently presented Surfside with the 2017 Public Pension Standards Award for both Funding and Administration – two of the strict criteria that must be met to receive the award. The Coordinating Council is a coalition of three national associations representing more than 500 pension plans serving 16 million employees. (L-R) Town Attorney Lillian Arango, Commissioner Michael Karukin, Commissioner Tina Paul, Commissioner Daniel Gielchinsky, Pension Board Chair N. Abraham Issa, Vice Mayor Barry Cohen, Mayor Daniel Dietch and Town Manager Guillermo Olmedillo.
Surfside Gears Up For 2018 Third Thursdays Starting in January, Surfside’s popular Third Thursdays will begin its 10th consecutive year. To celebrate 2018, the series will bring four fresh new themes from January through April. Mark your calendar now for memorable winter evenings in which residents and families will enjoy music, food, wellness, photo booths, pets and more, including:
• JANUARY 18 SURFSIDE RIDE - Bring your bike to Town as we highlight that Surfside is a rideable beach town. Bring your bike, skate or scooter and win a prize in the bike competition. • FEBRUARY 15 GET SPORTY - Rock in your favorite sporty attire from the 1980s or up to today. All ages are invited to break a sweat and enjoy aerobics and fun fitness activities. • MARCH 15 PET NIGHT - Show off your favorite furry friend with a shelter organization onsite providing adoptable pets as well as a cute pet contest with prizes. • APRIL 19 THROWBACK THURSDAY - Celebrate Surfside’s history and dress up as your favorite decade. Entertainment will focus on showcasing music from throughout the years with a costume contest with prizes. Third Thursdays will be at the same location, 95 Street between Harding and Collins Avenue, from 6 – 9 pm.
HRH-Her Royal Household Brings A British Touch to Harding Avenue
A new store in the business district brings Surfsiders everything British. HRH-Her Royal Household is the brain child of CEO Bera Kalhan, an entrepreneur in the international luxury lifestyle and fashion industries. HRH features hand-picked glassware, porcelain-ware, soft furnishing collections, iconic artwork, statement pieces, luxury British brands and an eccentric Alice in Wonderland art installation. The store is at 9513 Harding Avenue, open 10:30 am-6:30 pm and Sundays 12 pm-6:30 pm. For more information visit www.HerRoyalHousehold.com or call 786-474-8706.
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CODE COMPLIANCE CORNER
Tree Trimming and Pruning Landscape trees not only make homes and communities more beautiful, they also improve our environment and can increase the value of a property up to 20 percent. Trees are invaluable assets that need to be enhanced and protected. Proper pruning is a worthwhile investment. When a tree or part of a tree breaks, it can cause extensive damage to people and property. A preventive pruning program is important to minimize the risks. Preventive or structural pruning is a process that can help promote healthy, strong trees. Research studies suggest that pruning trees significantly reduces trunk movement and damage when exposed to 120 mph winds. Because proper pruning is complicated, national standards have been developed for the best methods and safety. Any potentially hazardous activity associated with climbing trees, using power tools, and especially working near electric lines should be left to qualified professionals who follow the national tree safety standards. A tree removal/relocation permit is not required for the selective pruning or trimming of trees, provided the pruning is done according to the most recent American National Standards (ANSI) A-300 Standard Practices for Tree Care Operations. However, excessive pruning of more than 25 percent of the tree’s canopy (i.e. hat-racking, topping, etc.) and other activities (i.e. trunk girdling, excessive root cutting, use of tree-killing chemicals, etc.) constitutes a violation of Section 24-49 of the Code of Miami-Dade County. Thinking about pruning/trimming your trees? Please hire only licensed and insured arborist that knows how to proper care and prune trees.
LIGHTING UP HARDING AVENUE
Shop a distinctly British Collection of inspired homewares, aptly suited for luxury-living visionaries and avant-garde influencers
OUR MISSION IS TO HELP YOU FIND THE PIECE THAT YOU LOVE FOR YOUR HOME
Surfside’s Business District displays a dazzling seasonal light show thanks to the Town’s Tourist Bureau. SURFSIDE GAZETTE DECEMBER 2017
TOWN CALENDAR
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MEETINGS & EVENTS
DECEMBER 2017 Mon 4 Street Sweeping, 9 am-1 pm. Keep your curb clear! Mon 4 Tourist Board meeting, 5:30 pm,Town Hall* Tue 5 Endlessly Organic Produce 3 -6 pm, Town Hall Wed 6 Senior Trip, 9:30 am-3:30 pm, bus leaves from Comm. Center Thur 7 Sustainability Subcommittee, 5 pm, Town Hall NEW DATE Thur 7 Planning & Zoning, 6 pm, Town Hall NEW DATE Fri 8 Senior Brunch Bunch, 11 am-1 pm, Community Center Sat 9 Movie Under the Stars, 6:30 pm, 96th Street Park Wed 13 Regular Town Commission, 7 pm, Town Hall* Sun 17 Winter Wonderland, 10 am-12 pm, 96th Street Park Mon 18 Street Sweeping, 9 am-1 pm. Keep your curb clear! Mon 18 Parks & Recreation Committee, 7 pm. Community Center Tue 19 Endlessly Organic Produce 3 -6 pm, Town Hall Mon 25 Christmas Day - Town Hall closed Wed 27 Bike with the Chief, 5 pm, leaves from Town Hall Thur 28 Sustainability Subcommittee CANCELLED Thur 28 Planning & Zoning CANCELLED Thur 28 Coffee with the Cops, 10 am, Starbucks in Surfside
SURFSIDE POLICE DEPARTMENT
JANUARY 2018 Mon 1 New Year’s Day observed - Town Hall closed Tue 2 Endlessly Organic Produce 3 -6 pm, Town Hall Mon 8 Tourist Board meeting, 5:30 pm,Town Hall* Wed 9 Regular Town Commission, 7 pm, Town Hall* Fri 12 Senior Brunch Bunch, 11 am-1 pm, Community Center Fri 12 Senior Health Fair, 1:30-3 pm, Community Center Mon 15 Martin Luther King Day, Town Hall closed TBA Parks & Recreation Committee, 7 pm. Community Center Tue 16 Endlessly Organic Produce 3 -6 pm, Town Hall Sun 21 Family Fun Day, 1-4 pm, 96th Street Park Thur 25 Sustainability Subcommittee, 6 pm, Town Hall Thur 25 Planning & Zoning, 7 pm, Town Hall Thur 25 Coffee with the Cops, 10 am, Starbucks in Surfside Tue 30 Endlessly Organic Produce 3 -6 pm, Town Hall Wed 31 Blood Drive, 12 –4 pm, Town Hall Wed 31 Bike with the Chief, 5 pm, leaves from Town Hall Dates and times are subject to change. Please check the Town website for updates. *These meetings are regularly broadcast on Channel 93.
CHANGE FOR DECEMBER COMMISSION MEETING DECEMBER MEETING WILL BE ON WEDNESDAY, DEC. 13
The Surfside Police Department is collecting toys this holiday season for our Ninth Annual Holiday Toy Drive. Please show your support by bringing new unwrapped toys for children ages 1-13 to the Surfside Police Station located at 9293 Harding Avenue. The last day to donate is Wednesday December 20, 2017. For further information please contact Dina Goldstein at (305) 861-4862 or dgoldstein@townofsurfsidefl.gov . DECEMBER 2017 SURFSIDE GAZETTE
Thur 7 Thur 7 Thur 28 Thur 28
DECEMBER CALENDAR CHANGES
Sustainability Subcommittee, 5 pm, Town Hall NEW DATE Planning & Zoning, 6 pm, Town Hall NEW DATE Sustainability Subcommittee CANCELLED Planning & Zoning CANCELLED
NOTICE
There will be no Waste Service on Monday, Dec. 25, 2017. Waste collection will resume on Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2017. Collection on that day may take longer than normal. Please be patient.
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NEW WALKING-FRIENDLY STREETSCAPE TO BE TESTED The Town Commission approved to conduct a test of a new streetscape design on 89th and 90th Streets, between Harding and Hawthorne. The test consists of creating a safe pedestrian path and a green area in what is currently the paved area of those streets. Because width of the street will be narrowed during the test, the streets will be changed to a one-way system, with 90th street traffic moving from west to east and 89th Street traffic moving from east to west. The streets will be marked with paint to designate the pedestrian area as well as the green/parking area. The test will run for 60 days, starting on the first week of December. At the end of the test period, staff will present a Diagram shows a cross-section of the test streets. report to the Town Commission.
2018 PARKING PERMITS FOR THE 94 AND 95 BLOCKS OF BYRON AVENUE
The 2018 Byron Avenue Parking Permits are ONLY for residents and their guests on the 9400 & 9500 blocks of Byron Avenue. The application and THE PARKING PERMIT permits are available at the Town of Surfside Police Department. SHOULD BE HUNG REGISTRATION PROCESS ON THE REAR VIEW 1. Residents are required to complete the Registration Application availMIRROR OR PLACED able at the Police Department Communications Unit. ON THE DASHBOARD 2. Residents must provide proof of residency. Examples include, but are WHEN VEHICLE not limited to: IS PARKED AT THE • Property tax bill • Utility bill (FPL,water/sewer) SPECIFIED BLOCK. • Property rental or lease agreement • Current Driver’s License with Surfside address in the 9400 or 9500 block of Byron Avenue 3. There is a maximum of three parking permits per household. The decal will have a permit number and the specific location to use it. NOTE THAT PARKING PERMITS ARE
• NOT valid in any other location
• Non-transferable
COMMISSION ACTION AT THE NOVEMBER 14 MEETING RESOLUTIONS 1. Approving with conditions a beach furniture permit application pursuant to section 86-31 of the Code of Ordinances. 2. Approving work authorizations to Calvin Giordano & Associates to provide general engineering services for traffic signal modifications at intersections along Harding Avenue and Abbott Avenue and 95th street. 3. Accepting a Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Enforcement Campaign Grant from the University of South Florida Board of Trustees in the amount of $4,000. 4. Authorizing and approving the purchase of three Ford Police SUV Interceptor vehicles for the Police Department and expenditure of $120,000 from the Fiscal Year 2017-18 budget. 5.Authorizing and approving the purchase of a Ford F150 vehicle for the Police Department and expenditure of $28,000 from the Fiscal Year 2017-18 budget. 6. Approving amendments to the Annual Budget adopted for Fiscal Year 201617 for the Capital Project Fund, Building Fund, Water and Sewer Fund and Stormwater Fund.
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7.Approving an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Tourist Resort Fund annual budget to appropriate and release reserves to the Tourist Board Fiscal Year 2017-2018 promotional activities account in the amount of $115,000 for funding of post-hurricane marketing activities. 8. Approving a lease agreement with Dell Financial Services for the lease of computer equipment in the amount of $80,698.80 over a three-year lease term. 9. Declaring as surplus certain computer equipment of the Town of Surfside and authorizing the Town Manager to provide for the sale or disposition of the surplus equipment. and providing for an effective date. 10. Approving and adopting water and sewer rates and service charges effective October 1, 2017. 11. Approving and adopting stormwater utility rates effective October 1, 2017.
VOTED TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ON SECOND READING
1. Amending Chapter 90 “Zoning”, Section 90-37 “Special Exceptions,” to provide a special exception approval process and related criteria for dune crossovers; and by amending Section 90-60 “Construction Adjacent to Bulkhead Lines” to permit dune crossovers only if approved by special exception. SURFSIDE GAZETTE DECEMBER 2017
POLICE BEAT
Town Hall Lobby an Official ‘Meetup Spot’ The Surfside Police Department is offering a safe location for buyers and sellers of items that are listed and exchanged on the internet. The Town lobby near the Police Dispatch is a designated “Meetup Spot. ” A sign, donated to the Town by OfferUp, is on the lobby wall (see at left). The safe location is a strong deterrent to criminal intent and activity. If the parties involved in an internet exchange know law enforcement is watching, they are less likely to engage in a crime. The Surfside Police Department is a designated location on the OfferUp app as a suggested place to complete an in-person transaction.
Surfsiders Enjoy Halloween Block Party Surfside residents, families and friends did not have to go far to celebrate a safe and spirited evening at the Police Department’s Halloween Block Party. The popular event at the Byron Avenue and 92 Street neighborhood included glow sticks and candy bags for the trick or treaters and an opportunity for residents to show off their costumes.
Blood Drive at Town Hall on Jan. 31
The Surfside Police Department is hosting a blood drive in conjunction with the One Blood organization. The blood drive will take place on Wednesday, January 31, 2018 from 12 - 4 p.m. The Blood Mobile will be located in the Town Hall parking lot. For further information contact Dina Goldstein at (305) 861-4862 or dgoldstein@townofsurfsidefl.gov
SAFETY VESTS FOR RESIDENTS ARE AVAILABLE AT TOWN HALL The Town of Surfside participated in the School of Justice Career Fair at Miami Dade College North Campus on November 15. (L-R) Human Resources Director Yamileth Slate-McCloud, Officer Alejandro Lorente and Payroll/Accounts Payable Specialist Marisol Rodriguez. DECEMBER 2017 SURFSIDE GAZETTE
The Town of Surfside has a pilot program offering high-visibility safety vests to make the wearer more visible to motorists. Research has shown that reflective vests will increase safety to pedestrians as they walk near traffic areas or cross streets. The “Civilian Safety Vest Program” is providing vests at no cost on a first come, first served basis, available at Town Hall.
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PARKS & RECREATION
Ceremony Shines the Spotlight on Veterans
With colorful flags snapping in a brisk wind, Surfside hosted a moving Veterans Day ceremony that honored the dedication of those who served in the armed forces. Mayor Daniel Dietch served as master of ceremonies. The Surfside Police Department and the Miami Beach Senior High School NJROTC presented the colors. Local scouts and Girl Scouts Troop 739 also participated. Guest speaker was Surfside resident Mark Blumstein. He is a Circuit Court Judge and retired Lt. Commander. Surfside Commissioners Michael Karukin and Tina Paul also made comments. The Parks and Recreation Department coordinated the Veterans Day event.
Surfside elected officials joined veterans for the placing of the wreath. The veterans above served in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War.
ROCK ON! TEEN SCENE DECORATE ROCKS WITH POSITIVE MESSAGES
Guest Speaker was Surfside resident Mark Blumstein. He is a Miami-Dade Circuit Judge and Retired Lt. Commander.
In October, Teen Scene members created unique Acts of Kindness at the Surfside Community Center as part of Anti-Bully Month. The group, aged 12-16, joined in the Kindness Rocks Project which includes decorating rocks with positive, kind and thoughtful words. Once completed, they were spread throughout the Community Center. If you stumble across a message on a rock at the Community Center, we hope it brightens your day!
AWARDS FOR YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL TEAMS The Parks & Recreation Department Youth Flag Football Team recently received their end-of-season awards. The two teams (ages 7-9 and ages 10-13) took part of the Miami Shores league. Congratuations to all players, specially for the ages 7-9 team that went undefeated 7-0.
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SURFSIDE GAZETTE DECEMBER 2017
Families Flock to Surfside’s Spooktacular PARKS & RECREATION
From pirates to princesses, from wizards to super heroes, Surfsiders of all ages showed off their creative costumes as they enjoyed a spectacular Halloween Spooktacular at the 96th Street Park on October 27. With attendance approaching 1,000, the popular fall event included pumpkin decorating, a haunted maze, rides, games, bounce slides /obstacle courses, face painting, a DJ, cotton candy and trick or treat bags full of goodies. Congratulations to the Parks and Recreation Department and volunteers who made the fun and safe event a success!
DECEMBER 2017 SURFSIDE GAZETTE
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PARKS & RECREATION
FALL SESSION II 2017
Registration for residents and non-residents is now underway. Call (305) 866-3635.
Youth Programs
CLASS DAY Gymnastics, age 3-5 Monday Gymnastics, age 6-12 Monday Creative Ballet, age 3-4 Tuesday Beginner Ballet, age 5-7 Tuesday Teen Scene, age 12-16 Tuesday Soccer, Age 4-5 Tue & Thur Soccer, Age 6-8 Tue & Thur Soccer, Age 6-12 Tue & Thur Girls Soccer, age 6-12 Wednesday Taekwondo, age 5-7 Wednesday Taekwondo, age 8 and up Wednesday Super Soccer Stars, age 2-2.5 Saturday Super Soccer Stars, age 2.5-3 Saturday Super Soccer Stars, age 3 Saturday Hip Hop, ages 7-12 Saturday
DATES & TERM 11/27/17-12/18/17 11/27/17-12/18/17 11/28/17-12/19/17 11/28/17-12/19/17 11/28/17-12/19/17 10/3/17-12/14/17 10/3/17-12/14/17 10/3/17-12/14/17 11/29/17-12/20/17 11/29/17-12/20/17 11/29/17-12/20/17 12/2/17-12/23/17 12/2/17-12/23/17 12/2/17-12/23/17 12/2/17-12/23/17
HOURS Fee (per person) Fee Per Class No class 4:30-5:25 p.m. $40 residents/$60 non $15 res/$23 non 5:30-6:25 p.m. $40 residents/$60 non $15 res/$23 non 3:30- 4:15 p.m. $40 residents/$60 non $15 res/$23 non 4:25- 5:15 p.m. $40 residents/$60 non $15 res/$23 non 5:30-6:30 p.m. FREE FREE 4-5 p.m. $140 residents/$200 non no drop in 5-6 p.m. $140 residents/$200 non no drop in 6-7 p.m. $140 residents/$200 non no drop in 5-6 p.m. $40 residents/$60 non no drop in 6:15-6:45 p.m. $40 residents/$60 non no drop in 6:50-7:45 p.m. $48 residents/$68 non no drop in 9:15-9:55 a.m. $40 residents/$60 non no drop in 10:05-10:45 a.m. $40 residents/$60 non no drop in 10:55-11:40 a.m. $40 residents/$60 non no drop in 4-5 p.m. $40 residents/$60 non $15 res/$23 non
Adult Programs CLASS
DAY
DATES
HOURS
Zumba Pilates Yoga
Monday Tuesday Thursday
11/27/17-12/18/17 9:15-10:15 a.m. 11/28/17-12/19/17 7:30-8:30 p.m. 11/30/17-12/21/17 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Fee (per person)
Fee Per Class
No class
$40 residents/$60 non $40 residents/$60 non $40 residents/$60 non
$15 res/$23 non $15 res/$23 non $15 res/$23 non
Senior Programs CLASS
DAY
DATES
HOURS
Fee (per session)
Fee Per Class
No class
Zumba Gold (55 and up) Monday 11/27/17-12/18/17 9:15-10:15 a.m. $20 Resident/$28 non $6 residents/ $8 non Senior Bridge Time Mon & Wed 11/27/17-12/20/17 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. FREE FREE Get to Know Your Electronic Devices Tuesday 11/28/17-12/19/17 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $16 Residents/$24 non $5 residents/$7 non Classical Movies & More Wednesday 11/29/17-12/20/17 10:15 a.m. -12:30 p.m. FREE FREE Silver Sneakers: Cardio & Strength Tues & Fri 11/28/17-12/22/17 9-10 am Free to Silver Sneaker members/$5 non
Programs at the Surfside Tennis Center CLASS
DAY
DATES
HOURS
Fee (per person)
no class
Adult Tennis Clinic Tennis Pee Wee, age 4-6 Tennis Challenger, age 10-14 Tennis Challenger, age 10-14 Tennis Pee Wee, age 4-6 Tennis Prodigies, age 6-8 Tennis Champs, age 7-9 Tennis Champs, age 7-9
Tue & Thur Mon & Fri Mon, Wed & Fri Mon, Wed & Fri Tue & Thur Tue & Thur Tue & Thur Tue & Thur
1/9/18-3/1/18 1/8/18-3/2/18 1/8/18-3/2/18 1/8/18-3/2/18 1/9/18-3/1/18 1/9/18-3/1/18 1/9/18-3/1/18 1/9/18-3/1/18
7- 8 p.m. 4-4:30 p.m. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 5:30-6:30 p.m. 4-4:30 p.m. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m.
$160 Res/$240non $15/$23 drop in $140 Res/$168 non 1/15, 2/19 $264 Res/$374 non 1/15, 2/19 $264 Res/$374 non 1/15, 2/19 $160 Res/$192 non $192 Res/$272 non $192 Res/$272 non $192 Res/$272 non
Registration is already in progress. Call (305) 866-3635 to register or for information
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PARKS & RECREATION
Aquatic Programs
CLASS
DAY
Aqua Zumba Aqua Zumba
DATES
HOURS
Fee (per person)
No class dates
Tuesdays 11/28/17-1/23/18 8:45-9:30 am Active adults Res $80/$120 non, Senior res $40/$80 non Thursdays 11/30/17-1/25/18 8:45-9:30 am Active adults Res $80/$120 non, Senior res $40/$80 non Learn to Swim and Rec Swim Team classes will return in early spring 2018. Call the Parks and Recreation Department at (305) 866-3635
12/26 12/28
DECEMBER AQUATIC CENTER HOURS Main pool open swim: Mon-Sun: 9 am -5:30 pm Sand Dollar Key: Mon-Sun: 10 am.- 5 pm Water Slide: (subject to change) Mon-Sun: 9 am -5:30pm
Lap swimming: Tue-Thur: 6:30-9 am (limited lanes) Monday - Friday: 3:00-5:30 pm (limited lanes) Beach lifeguard tower is located behind the Community Center and is open from 9 am - 5 pm
On Christmas Day, December 25, 2017, the Community Center, pool and lifeguard Beach Tower will be closed On New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2017, the Community Center, pool and lifeguard Beach Tower will be open from 9 am - 5 pm On New Year’s Day, January 1, 2018, the Community Center, pool and lifeguard Beach Tower will be open from 9 am - 3 pm
RED CROSS CLASSES CLASS Adult & Pediatric First Aid CPR/AED
DAY Saturday
DATE 12/16/17
HOURS 9 - 11 am
Classroom & Web
FEE Contact the Community Center
Adult CPR/AED
Saturday
12/16/17
9 - 9:45 am Classroom & Web
Contact the Community Center
Adult First Aid CPR/AED
Saturday
12/16/17
9 - 10 am
Classroom & Web
Contact the Community Center
UPCOMING EVENTS & ACTIVITIES EVENT
DATE
Senior Trip: Festival Flea Market Senior Brunch Bunch Movie Under the Stars Winter Wonderland Winter Camp Begins
Wednesday, Dec. 6 Friday, Dec. 8 Saturday, Dec. 8 Sunday, Dec. 17 Tuesday, Dec. 25
TIME
LOCATION
COST (per person)
9:30 am- 3:30 pm bus leaves from Comm.Center $15 residents/$20 non 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Community Center $5 per person 6:30 pm 96th Street Park 10 am- 12 pm 96th Street Park Surfside residents only, free 8 am - 6 pm Community Center See flyer for session times
BRUNCH BUNCH STORYTIME AT 96TH STREET PARK KICK-OFF The Parks and Recreation Department began their monthly Senior Brunch Bunch series on Friday, November 3. The buffet featured Thanksgivingthemed dishes and a variety of tasty desserts. Participants played an entertaining game of bingo with special prizes. NEXT BRUNCH IS FRIDAY, DEC. 8.
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Children enjoyed a morning of stories and singalongs with Olaf & Elsa at the 96th Street Park on November 14.
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Town of Surfside Parks and Recreation Department
TER WONDERLAND
Town of Surfside Parks and Recreation Department
Movie under the Stars Saturday December 9, 2017 96th Street Park
Join us for a morning filled with holiday cheer: The Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual bash at a NEW location! Event will take place at the Surfside 96th St. Park and will include visits from Holiday Characters, Music, Arts and Crafts, Face Painting and the best part of winter...SNOW!!
(9572 Bay Drive)
Movie begins at 6:30pm
SUNDA
Bring family and friends and join the Parks and Recreation Department as we watch the “EMOJI MOVIE” *Don’t forget to bring your blankets
DECEMBER 17, 2017
Rated PG
*Close toed shoes required for children and adults to enter on
FREE POPCORN
96th St. Park
Surfside Residents ONLY Current Proof of residency is required. Hotel guests are also welcome free of charge.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to must contact the Surfside Community Center at least 48 hours in
in order to request such
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate must contact the Surfside Community Center at least 48 hours in advance in order to request such accommodations.
For more information call (305) 866-3635 Visit www.townofsurfsidefl.gov
For more information call (305)866-3635 Visit us at www.townofsurfsidefl.gov
Town of Surfside Parks and Recreation Department
Town of Surfside Parks and Recreation Department
Senior Trip Festival Flea Market Mall The Festival Flea Market Mall is more than a Florida flea market, it’s a marketplace for all your holiday purchasing needs. This Florida flea
market is a shopping paradise and is a quarter mile long with over 500 shops, restaurants, fragrance outlets, cosmetic stores, shoe stores, clothing shops, jewelry stores, home furnishing stores and gift boutiques. Nowhere else can you feel the energy and excitement of an open-air, old-world
Join the Parks and Recreation Department for our monthly Senior Brunch Bunch. We will have a variety of your favorite dishes and desserts. Joining us from Mount Sinai Medical Center is Dr. Richard Ro who will go over Congestive Heart Failure: Much More Than Just A Weak Heart .
Friday December 8th, 2017 11:00am - 1:00pm
market. Combine that with the variety of brand name products at bargain prices and that’s what makes the Festival Flea Market Mall the great Florida shopping experience it is today…a true shopping emporium!
Wednesday
December 6, 2017 9:30am - 3:30pm
Cost: Residents $15.00 Non-Residents $20.00
*Registration required by Friday, December 1st
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Pre-registration required by December 6th *Food can only be guaranteed for pre-registered participants
Bus will depart from Surfside Community Center 9301 Collins Avenue at 9:30am and will return approximately at 3:30pm *Transportation provided
Fee: $5.00 per person
(Limited to 30 participants) *Registration and event will be held at the Surfside Community Center 9301 Collins Ave.
(Participants will receive $20.00 worth of festival dollars (with valid I.D) and food court is available for food purchase.)
Proof of residency required at time of registration Registration will take place at the Surfside Community Center 9301 Collins Avenue
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate must contact the Surfside Community Center at least 48 hours in advance in order to request such accommodations.
SURFSIDE GAZETTE For more information call (305)866-3635 orDECEMBER visit www.townofsurfsidefl.gov
2017
The Town of Surfside is proud to announce our 2017 Winter Camp! Your child’s winter will be filled with activities such as Arts and Crafts, Sports, Swimming, Cooking Projects and much more. Campers will enjoy awesome field trips, and make many new friends. Session I
A late charge of $5 will be assessed for every 5 minutes after scheduled closing time.
Session II
A late charge of $5 will be assessed for every 5 minutes after scheduled closing time.
Monday December 25
*NO CAMP Monday January 1
*NO CAMP
Tuesday December 26 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday December 27 8:00 am - 6:00pm
Thursday December 28 8:00 am - 6:00pm *Field Trip
Friday December 29 8:00 am - 6:00pm
Tuesday January 2 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday January 3 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday January 4 8:00 am - 6:00pm *Field Trip
Friday January 5 8:00 am - 6:00pm
Note: Registration, field trips and any additional fees are included
Registration Fees:
Resident
Non-Resident
1 Week
$130
$180
2 Weeks
$190
$240
Ages: 6 - 12
(Child must turn 6 by December 19, 2017)
Registration Begins:
Monday thru Thursday Friday thru Sunday
9:00 am - 6:00 pm 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Permanent Surfside Residents Non-Residents
November 13th December 4th
Registration spaces are limited and will be on a first come first serve basis. Everyone must present a proof of residence such as a current water bill, lease or electric bill. No driver licenses will be accepted as proof of residency.
For more information contact the Parks and Recreation Department at Phone: (305) 866-3635 Website: www.townofsurfsidefl.gov
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SURFSIDE GAZETTE DECEMBER 2017
TOWN OF SURFSIDE MARKETPLACE
DECEMBER 2017 SURFSIDE GAZETTE
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PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
MIAMI, FL PERMIT NO. 457
9293 Harding Avenue Surfside, Florida 33154
9293 Harding Avenue Surfside, Florida 33154
TOWN COMMISSION
Daniel Dietch, Mayor mayor@townofsurfsidefl.gov Barry Cohen, Vice Mayor bcohen@townofsurfsidefl.gov Daniel Gielchinsky, Commissioner dgielchinsky@townofsurfsidefl.gov Michael Karukin, Commissioner mkarukin@townofsurfsidefl.gov Tina Paul, Commissioner tpaul@townofsurfsidefl.gov
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TOWN OFFICIALS
Guillermo Olmedillo, Town Manager golmedillo@townofsurfsidefl.gov Lillian Arango, Town Attorney larango@townofsurfsidefl.gov
David Allen, Police Chief david.allen@townofsurfsidefl.gov Sandra Novoa, MMC, Town Clerk snovoa@townofsurfsidefl.gov
BUSINESS NUMBERS
Town Hall (305) 861-4863 Parks & Recreation (305) 866-3635 Tennis Courts (305) 866-5176 Tourist Bureau (305) 864-0722 Police (305) 861-4862 Fire Rescue (305) 861-1115 Emergency 911
TOWN WEBSITE
www.townofsurfsidefl.gov SURFSIDE GAZETTE DECEMBER 2017