Town of Surfside Gazette February 2024

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GAZETTE February 2024

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2/1/24 Pension Board Meeting | 2 PM 2/3/24 SurfStreet Saturdays | 6 PM 2/4/24 Surfside Farmers Market | 9:30 AM 2/5/24 Tourist Board Meeting | 5:30 PM 2/9/24 Sweet Heart Dance | 7 PM 2/10/24 Mobile Blood Drive | 10 AM 2/11/24 Music on the Beach - Jazz | 2 PM 2/13/24 Board & Committee Members Recognition

Ceremony | 5 PM 2/13/24 Commission Meeting | 6 PM 2/15/24 Third Thursday Block Party | 6 PM 2/16/24 Senior Brunch Bunch | 11 AM 2/18/24 Surfside Auto Show | 11 AM 2/19/24 Holiday - Town Hall Closed 2/20/24 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting | 5:30 PM 2/21/24 Special Master Hearing | 10 AM 2/21/24 Senior Trip- Fairchild Tropical Botanic

Garden | 11 AM 2/21/24 Police Officers Pension Trust Fund Board

Meeting | 6 PM 2/25/24 5K Beach Run/Walk | 8 AM 2/26/24 Safe Streets Community Workshop | 6:30 PM 2/29/24 Coffee with the Cops | 10 AM 2/29/24 Planning & Zoning Board Meeting | 6 PM Meetings and events are subject to change. For the most up to date calendar please visit TownofSurfsideFL.gov or scan the QR code.

TOWN OFFICIALS

BUSINESS NUMBERS TOWN COMMISSION

Lillian Arango, Town Attorney larango@townofsurfsidefl.gov

Town Hall (305) 861-4863 Police (305) 861-4862 Fire Rescue (305) 861-1115 Emergency 911

Hector Gomez, Town Manager townmanager@townofsurfsidefl.gov

TOWN WEBSITE Antonio Marciante, Chief of Police amarciante@townofsurfsidefl.gov www.townofsurfsidefl.gov Sandra N. McCready, Town Clerk smccready@townofsurfsidefl.gov

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Shlomo Danzinger, Mayor sdanzinger@townofsurfsidefl.gov Jeffrey Rose, Vice Mayor jrose@townofsurfsidefl.gov

Fred Landsman, Commissioner flandsman@townofsurfsidefl.gov

TELEVISION ACCESS Channel 663 (Atlantic Broadband)

Marianne Meischeid, Commissioner mmeischeid@townofsurfsidefl.gov Nelly Velasquez, Commissioner nvelasquez@townofsurfsidefl.gov

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MESSAGE FROM THE TOWN MANAGER Dear Surfsiders, I want to express my gratitude for your continued support in making our Town a thriving community. Your active participation is crucial not only in shaping our future but also in exercising your right to vote. Let’s make a collective effort to engage in the upcoming elections, ensuring our voices are heard at our March 2024 Elections!

Don’t forget to wish that special someone in your life a very happy Valentine’s Day! We will have our Sweetheart Dance February 9th at the Community Center. Additionally, mark your calendars for an exciting event on February 18th – the Car Show! Join us for a day of fun and a display of some incredible vehicles. Another event in our February line up is our annual 5K run/ walk on February 25th. We invite you to lace up your sneakers and join us! Please don’t forget to register with our Parks and Recreation Department. We also encourage you to attend an engaging workshop - Safe Streets Community Workshop - scheduled for February 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the Commission Chambers.

Lastly, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has commenced the long-awaited Harding Avenue Resurfacing Project. Please stay tuned for updates as the project gears up. The Project will re-transform Harding Avenue to a brand-new street with emphasis on safety, crosswalks, and pavement markings!

Thank you for allowing me the privilege to serve you,

H e c t o r G o m e z , To w n M a n a g e r

M AY O R

Shlomo Danzinger

V I C E M AY O R

J e f f r e y Ro s e

COMMISSIONER

Fr e d L a n d s m a n

COMMISSIONER

Marianne Meischeid

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N e l l y Ve l a s q u e z

COMMISSION ACCOMPLISHMENTS FROM THE JANUARY COMMISSION MEETING

Commended the Sister City partnership with the City of Hialeah which will promote and foster Educational, Informational, Cultural And Economic Exchanges.

Approved to Enhance Video Surveillance and Safe.ty for Parking Lots Located at Town Hall Lot and 94th Street Lot. Authorized the Town Manager to Execute the Interlocal Agreement with Miami-Dade County Governing the Provision of On-Demand Transit Services Which Will Allow County funding for Freebee.

Updated Local Business Taxes by an Additional 5% for General Contractors and Other Entities Doing Business in Surfside.

Prohibited Non-Approved Camping in the Town Right of Way. Approved the Design Team to Start Designing the Surfside Memorial.

Approved Conceptual for 91st Street Beautification.

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Commission Your Voice Matters in Action MAYOR DANZINGER SUPPORTS 31ST ANNUAL DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. SCHOL ARSHIP BREAKFAST

SERENDIPIT Y CREAMERY CELEBRATES 15 YEARS IN SURFSIDE

Mayor Danzinger participated in the 31st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Breakfast organized by Congresswoman Frederica Wilson’s 500 Role Models of Excellence Project.

Serendipity Creamery celebrated 15 years in the heart of the Harding Avenue business district. The milestone anniversary included an afternoon celebration with giveaways and complimentary cones for kids. Mayor Danzinger and Vice Mayor Rose stopped by to congratulate owner Jessica Levison and her team on their long-term success.

The project initially began as a mentorship program, but later expanded to include additional resources to guide young men in South Florida towards a path of academic and professional success.

TOWN COMMISSION SHOWS THEIR SUPPORT FOR RUTH K. BROAD K-8 CENTRAL The Town Commission proudly supported Ruth K. Broad School in Bay Harbor Islands with a $10,000 donation approved at the December 2023 Commission meeting. Elected Officials including Mayor Danzinger, Vice Mayor Rose, Commissioner Landsman and Commissioner Velasquez joined Town Manager Gomez, staff and members of the Ruth K. Broad PTA at the school for the check donation.

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TOWN MAYOR ATTENDS WALK FOR ISRAEL Mayor Danzinger joined hundreds of participants at an organized walk in support of Israel to mark 100 days since the abduction of 1,000+ people on Oct. 7. The walk was held on the Town’s walking path and was coordinated by Loving Moms United and Run for Their Lives.

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Commission Your Voice Matters in Action MAYOR DANZINGER HOSTS KEY TO THE TOWN CEREMONY FOR FORMER ELECTED OFFICIALS

On Tuesday, Jan. 16, the Town hosted a Recognition Ceremony for Former Elected Officials to thank them for their service and dedication to making Surfside a better community for all. Mayor Danzinger, who spearheaded the initiative, hosted the afternoon ceremony which included friends and family of the honorees in addition to residents and staff. Those recognized were presented with a Proclamation and Key to the Town.

Former Mayor Eli Tourgeman, who currently serves as Chair of the Tourist Board, was on hand for the event which recognized his outstanding longevity in public service - 40 years serving the Town of Surfside at the Commission level as well as multiple Boards and Committees.

TOWN VISITS SOUTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY FOR SPECIAL THREE-KINGS-DAY VISIT

Last month, Mayor Danzinger and Hialeah Mayor Esteban Bovo Jr. paid a special visit to South Hialeah Elementary to commemorate Three Kings Day. Also known as Epiphany and Dia de Los Reyes Magos, Three Kings Day is a significant tradition in Hispanic communities. The visit sought to share the essence of the holiday with the students and the local community.

Mayor Danzinger extended gratitude to Mayor Bovo and school administrator Dr. Williams for their efforts in coordinating the event which included the distribution of gifts and treats, adding excitement to the festivities.

The collaboration between Mayor Danzinger and Mayor Bovo showcases a sense of unity among the two communities. The event highlights the significance of community leaders coming together for shared celebrations in the spirit of unity and kindness.

Former Vice Mayor Barry Cohen was also recognized and spoke fondly of his time on the Commission.

Former Commissioner Marta Olchyk, who currently serves as the Commission’s Senior Community Liaison, spoke earnestly about the true meaning of public service and serving with sincerity and humility.

Additional honorees included Mayor Daniel Dietch, Mayor Mitchell Kinzer, Mayor Paul Novack, Vice Mayor Michael Karukin, Vice Mayor Frank MacBride and Vice Mayor Tina Paul.

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News From Town Hall YOUR VOICE MATTERS! SURFSIDE MARCH GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION The Town of Surfside will be holding a General Municipal Election and Presidential Preference Primary Election (PPP) on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.

Official General Municipal Election Ballot March 19, 2024 Surfside, Florida Boleta Oficial de las Elecciones Generales Municipales 19 de marzo del 2024 Surfside, Florida Bilten Vòt Ofisyèl Eleksyon Minisipal Jeneral 19 mas 2024 Surfside, Florid

TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2024 7 AM - 7 PM SURFSIDE TOWN HALL COMMISSION CHAMBERS 9293 Harding Avenue Surfside, FL 33154

Surfside - Mayor Surfside - Alcalde Surfside - Majistra (Vote for 1 / Vote por 1 / Vote pou 1) Charles W. Burkett Shlomo Danzinger

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Please see the Town’s General Municipal Election Sample Ballot >

Surfside - Office of Town Commissioner Surfside - Cargo de Comisionado del Municipio Surfside - Pòs Komisyonè Minisipal (Vote for up to 4 / Vote por hasta 4 / Vote pou jiska 4)

Miami-Dade County Municipal Elections will begin mailing out the Vote by Mail ballots on February 15, 2024.

Jerold Blumstein Ruben A. Bravo Jared Brunnabend Ruben Antonio Coto David Forbes Fred Landsman Victor May Tina Paul Jeffrey "Jeff" Rose Nelly Velasquez Gerardo Vildostegui

Last day to request a Vote by Mail (VBM) ballot – March 7, 2024 Last day to register to vote on the March 19, 2024 election – Feb. 19, 2024 (29 days prior).

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JOIN US AND PARTICIPATE IN MAKING OUR STREETS SAFER!

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News From Town Hall DOWNTOWN WALKABILIT Y PROJECT UPDATE From Town Planner - Surfside’s Business District is our community’s Town center. It’s where you meet friends, run errands, shop, eat and stroll. It’s an important part of the character of Surfside. The Town is working on several improvements to the sidewalks and public spaces in downtown to increase the charm for residents and visitors. The Town aims to promote walking by creating an improved pedestrian experience.

The existing sidewalk is painted Miami Beach red. Carl Fisher, one of the founders of Miami Beach, wanted to “roll out the red carpet” to visitors with the red sidewalks. His vision has survived in Miami Beach, but the color and style are not necessary for Surfside. The sidewalks become slippery when it rains and are easily stained.

The sidewalks must accommodate a number of uses, like walking, outdoor dining, landscaping, which has led to a crowded experience.

Sidewalk dining increases the vibrancy of downtown and allows diners to appreciate our lovely winter weather but can also increase sidewalk congestion. The landscaping adds beauty to the district but does not reach its full potential.

The Town is planning to resurface the sidewalks in “Surfside Sand” color, with the color imbued into the concrete instead of painted.

The sidewalk will be extended near the mid-block crosswalks and near the 95th Street and Harding Intersection. The landscaping installations will be modernized and will make more efficient use of the space. This will allow more public space, more space for bike racks and benches and more space for outdoor dining which will create more space for walking.

These small adjustments will further beautify the downtown district and increase the Town’s charm and character. Town staff has been working with Florida Department of Transportation on these improvements as Harding Avenue is a State Road. The work on the sidewalk extensions is expected to begin in February 2024. Then the extension areas and the existing sidewalks will then be resurfaced and the new landscaping added. Surfside’s downtown will be a more welcoming place for everytone!

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News From Town Hall THE CODE COMPLIANCE PROCESS From Code Corner - The main mission of the Code Compliance Division is to educate the public on the Town Code and provide a better understanding of the fundamental principles of the enforcement process.

The code enforcement procedure is a very technical and lengthy process regulated by State law and the Town Code. Upon receipt of a complaint or direct observation of a code violation, the Code Compliance Officer must gather evidence to document the violation. Officers must then inform the violator of the issue and provide reasonable time for compliance. The initial contact is via the issuance of a Verbal Warning or Courtesy Notice that outlines the nature of the issue.

If the violator fails to correct the issue within the time limit, the Code Officer issues a Civil Violation Notice to the property owner.

This notice provides additional time for compliance and alerts the property owner of the monetary fines that will result if compliance isn’t met.

If the violation is not resolved after the above-described process, the case is scheduled to be presented before a Special Magistrate hearing. At the hearing, the Town will seek to obtain an order to comply and an order to pay civil fines. However, the Special Magistrate might provide additional time for compliance. Failure to pay imposed fines will result in a lien against the property.

Unfortunately, due to the long enforcement process just described, public perception is, at times, that “Code isn’t doing anything;” so we invite you to call us with any concerns or questions at (305) 861-4863 ext. 233.

EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES ALAIN ACOSTA - 16 years GILBERTO ALMENEIRO – 4 years GRETEL ALPIZAR ALVAREZ – 2 years TAMARA CAPOTE GUANCHE – 3 years MANUEL CARTA – 5 years KENNY CHAVIANO – 11 years JOSE DARDON - 1 year FRANTZA DUVAL – 11 years MAYTE GAMIOTEA - 16 years CARLOS MALVAREZ - 2 years

You may have noticed green sediment control devices in front of the drainage boxes located on Harding Avenue.The Florida Department of Transportation’s (FDOT) Harding Avenue paving project is underway in Surfside as of this week. Work on the project, which is expected to continue throughout the year, is being performed to resurface the State Road with new asphalt and lining of the drainage.

Additionally, the project will include sidewalk repairs to reach ADA compliance, crosswalk improvements and fresh reflective markings.Please note lane closures may occasionally be necessary to accommodate workers. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

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RODNY NAPOLES - 5 years LESMES RUIZ - 18 years RANDY STOKES* - 1 year *Glad to have you back

WAYNE TAYLOR JR. - 5 years JULIO TORRES - 18 years CONGRATULATIONS!

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News From Town Hall

It Starts In Parks FUN TIMES AT PICKEBALL NIGHT AND SENIOR BRUNCH

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It Starts In Parks THROWBACK TO WINTER CAMP FUN!

SURFSIDE SENIORS LEARN ABOUT CURRENT EVENTS

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It Starts In Parks TOWN OF SURFSIDE AQUATICS HOURS OF OPERATION MONTH

BEACH

MAIN POOL

TOT LOT

RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

January

9:00-5:00

9:00-6:00 LAP SWIMMING

10:00-5:30

7:00-6:00 RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

February

9:00-5:00

9:00-6:30 LAP SWIMMING

10:00-6:00

7:00-6:30 RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

March

9:00-5:00

9:00-7:30 LAP SWIMMING

10:00-6:30

7:00-7:30 RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

April

9:00-5:00

9:00-8:00 LAP SWIMMING

10:00-7:00

7:00-8:00 RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

May

9:00-5:30

9:00-8:00 LAP SWIMMING

10:00-7:30

7:00-8:00 RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

June

9:00-6:00

9:00-8:00 LAP SWIMMING

10:00-7:30

7:00-8:00 RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

July

9:00-6:00

9:00-8:00 LAP SWIMMING

10:00-7:30

7:00-8:00 RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

August

9:00-6:00

9:00-8:00 LAP SWIMMING

10:00-7:30

7:00-8:00 RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

September

9:00-5:30

9:00-7:00 LAP SWIMMING

10:00-6:30

7:00-7:00 RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

October

9:00-5:00

9:00-7:00 LAP SWIMMING

SCAN TO RESERVE A LAP LANE

10:00-6:30

7:00-7:00 RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

November

9:00-5:00

9:00-6:00 LAP SWIMMING

10:00-5:30

7:00-6:00 RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

December

9:00-5:00

9:00-6:00 LAP SWIMMING

10:00-5:30

7:00-6:00

POOL CLOSED FEBRUARY 20 – 23 FOR REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE

REFRESH YOUR BEACH SAFET Y KNOWLEDGE HOW TO BREAK THE GRIP OF THE RIP: •Don’t fight the current.

•Swim out of the current then to shore.

•If you can’t escape, float or tread water.

*Conditions available during beach tower operations.

For daily beach conditions, contact the Community Center at (305) 866–3635.

•Call or wave for assistance.

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Keep within your fitness and swimming capabilities.

Be aware of weather and water conditions and heed warnings.

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Always swim in a lifeguarded area.

Never swim alone, regardless of your age or level of swimming skills.

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It Starts In Parks Town of Surfside Parks and Recreation 5K Run / Walk Sunday, February 25, 2024

Information Sheet

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Reminder - Registered participants must bring their race number/bib (timing tags are attached).

Race starts promptly at 8:00 am.

Race course consists of two loops. Please take a moment and review the provided information. Race starts and finishes on the beach hard pack.

Race Course Race begins on the beach hard pack east of the Surfside Community Center located at 93rd Street.

Participants will run south to 87th Terrace and loop around to head north.

Participants will run and turn at 93rd Street for a second loop.

Participants will run south to 87th Terrace and loop around to head north.

Participants will run between 95th and 96th Street and loop around to conclude at the finish line.

Finish line located at the beach hard pack northeast of the Community Center.

2 Loops then keep straight towards 95th St.

(Course turnarounds will be marked) (Runners pass on the right side and walkers stay to the left.)

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Award Ceremony and post race festivities are held at the Surfside Community Center.

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FEE PER SESSION

PROGRAM

DAYS/DATES

HOURS

AGES

program

d ay s / d at e s

hours

ages

fee per session

Beach Flag Football

Mondays & Wednesday 1/8 - 2/21/24 No Class: 1/15 & 2/19

4:00-5:00pm 5:00-6:00pm

5-7yrs.

8-12yrs.

Residents $144.00 Non-Residents $204.00

Tuesdays & Thursdays

4:00-5:00pm 5:00-6:00pm 6:00-7:00pm

4-6yrs.

7-8yrs.

9-12yrs.

Residents $168.00 Non-Residents $238.00

4:00-5:00pm 5:00-6:00pm

7-8yrs.

9-12yrs.

Residents $168.00 Non-Residents $238.00

Soccer Girls Soccer

1/9 - 2/22/24 Tuesdays & Thursdays 1/9 - 2/22/24

Town of Surfside Parks and Recreation Department Winter Session 2024 Registration Begins Sundays

9:00-9:40am Super Soccer Residents: November 27 Non-Residents: Residents $84.00 2-3yrs.

December 11 2023 1/14 - 2/25/24 Non-Residents $119.00 4-5yrs.

9:45-10:30am Stars

TENNIS PROGRAMS

PROGRAM Tennis Tennis Pee Wee Tennis Champs Tennis Challenger Tennis Varsity Tennis Pee Wee Tennis Champs Tennis Prodigies Tennis SCAN FOR ONLINE Challenger REGISTARTION

Mondays & Wednesday

1/8 - 2/21/24 No Class 1/15 & 2/19

1/8 - 2/23/24 No Class 1/15 & 2/19 Mondays, Wednesday & Fridays

1/8 - 2/23/24 No Class 1/15 & 2/19

Mondays, Wednesday & Fridays

1/8 - 2/23/24 No Class 1/15 & 2/19

Tuesdays & Thursdays

1/9 - 2/22/24 Tuesdays & Thursdays

1/9 - 2/22/24 1/9 - 2/22/24

PER See FEE Tennis Listing

4:00 - 4:30pm

4 - 5 yrs.

Non-Residents $180.00

4:30 - 5:30pm

9 - 11 yrs.

Residents $228.00 Non-Residents $323.00

5:30 - 6:30pm

12 - 14 yrs.

Residents $228.00 Non-Residents $323.00

5:30 - 6:30pm

15 - 16 yrs.

Residents $228.00 Non-Residents $323.00

4:00 - 4:30pm

4 – 5 yrs.

Residents $140.00 Non-Residents $210.00

4:00- 5:00pm

9 - 11 yrs.

Residents $168.00 Non-Residents $238.00

4:30- 5:30pm

6 - 8 yrs.

Residents $168.00 Non-Residents $238.00

For more information call the Tuesdays & Thursdays Surfside Community Center (305) 866-3635 5:00- 6:00pm 12 - 14 yrs.

1/9 - 2/22/24 Website: www.townofsurfsidefl.gov

Girls Tennis Challenger

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Advanced Adult Clinic

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Intermediate Adult Clinic

See Tennis AGES Listing

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Tennis Prodigies

See Tennis HOURS Listing

Mondays, Wednesday & Fridays

Tennis Challenger

Tennis Champs

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SeeDAYS/DATES Tennis Listing

SCAN FOR FLYERS

1/9 - 2/22/24

1/9 - 2/22/24

1/9 - 2/22/24 Saturdays

1/13 - 2/24/24 Saturdays

1/13 - 2/24/24 Saturdays

1/13 - 2/24/24

SESSION

Residents $120.00

Residents $168.00 Non-Residents $238.00

11/2/2023

5:30- 6:30pm

12 - 14 yrs.

Residents $168.00 Non-Residents $238.00

6:00- 7:00pm

12 - 14 yrs.

Residents $168.00 Non-Residents $238.00

7:00 - 8:00pm

18 & over

Residents $168.00 Non-Residents $238.00

11:00 - 12:00pm

9 - 11 yrs.

Residents $84.00 Non-Residents $119.00

10:00 - 11:00am

6 - 8 yrs.

Residents $84.00 Non-Residents $119.00

9:00 - 10:00am

18 & over

Residents $84.00 Non-Residents $119.00

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PROGRAM

DAYS/DATES

HOURS

AGES

program

d ay s / d at e s

FEE PER SESSION

hours

ages

Zumba

Mondays 1/8 - 2/12/24 No Class 1/15

9:00-10:00am

18-54yrs.

Residents $60.00 Non-Residents $85.00

Zumba Gold

Mondays 1/8 - 2/12/24 No Class 1/15

9:00-10:00am

55 & Over

Residents $25.00 Non-Residents $35.00

Adult Art Class

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Pilates

Tuesdays 1/16 - 2/20/24

7:15-8:15pm

16 & Over

Residents $72.00 Non-Residents $102.00

7:15-8:15pm

16 & Over

Residents $72.00 Non-Residents $102.00

Tuesdays

Self Defense

1/16 - 2/20/24

fee per session

Town of Surfside Parks and Recreation Department Wednesdays

& Over Senior Time Winter Registration 18 Begins 1/10Session - 2/21/24 202410:00-12:00pm Residents: November 27 Non-Residents: December 11 2023

Yoga Current Events Silver Sneakers: PROGRAM Cardio & Strength

Gymnastics Gardening Taekwondo SCANKids FORZumba ONLINE REGISTARTION

Tunes for Tots Guitar I Lessons

Thursdays 1/18 - 2/22/24

8:45-9:45am

16 & Over

YOUTH AND TEEN PROGRAMS Thursdays

Free

Residents $72.00 SCAN FOR FLYERS Non-Residents $102.00

10:15-12:15pm

18 & Over

Free

DAYS/DATES 1/9 - 2/23/24

HOURS 9:00-10:00am

50AGES & Over

PER S.S FEE Members: Free Non-Members: $5.00 SESSION

Mondays 1/22 - 2/12/24

4:30-5:30pm 5:30-6:30pm

3-5yrs.

6-12yrs.

Residents $48.00 Non-Residents $68.00

Mondays 1/8 - 2/12/24 No Class 1/15

5:00 - 6:00pm

7-12yrs.

Residents $60.00 Non-Residents $85.00

6:30-7:25pm

7-18yrs.

Residents $144.00 Non-Residents $204.00

1/11 - 2/22/24 Tuesdays & Fridays

Mondays & Wednesdays

1/8 - 2/21/24 No Class: 1/15 & 2/19

For more information call the Surfside Community Center (305) 866-3635 7-11yrs.

4:00-5:00pm 1/9 - 2/20/24 Website: www.townofsurfsidefl.gov Tuesdays

Wednesday 1/10 - 2/21/24

Wednesday 1/10 - 2/21/24

Residents $84.00 Non-Residents $119.00

11/2/2023

10:00-11:00am

6 month5yrs.

Residents $84.00 Non-Residents $119.00

4:00-5:00pm

7-12yrs.

Residents $84.00 Non-Residents $119.00

Mommy & Me

Thursdays 1/11 - 2/22/24 No Class: 2/1

10:00-11:00am

2yrs & Under

Registration Thru Round Robin Playgroup

Snapology

Thursdays 1/11 - 2/22/24

4:00-5:00pm

7-14yrs.

Residents $84.00 Non-Residents $119.00

5:30-6:30pm

12-16 yrs.

Free

5:30-6:30pm 6:30-7:30pm

3-5yrs.

6-12yrs.

Residents $72.00 Non-Residents $102.00

4:00-5:00pm

7-12yrs.

Residents $84.00 Non-Residents $119.00

5:00-6:00pm

7-12yrs.

Residents $84.00 Non-Residents $119.00

Teen Scene Gymnastics

1st & 3rd Thursdays

1/18 - 2/15/24 Thursdays 1/18 - 2/22/24 Saturdays

Jazz Dance

1/13 - 2/24/24

Hip-Hop

1/13 - 2/24/24

Saturdays

1/8/2024

For more information call the Surfside Community Center (305) 866-3635 Website: www.townofsurfsidefl.gov

*Dates, times and locations subject to change

18 + 9:00 - 10:00 am

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

6 - 14 yrs.

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

3/5 - 4/18/24

No class 3/26-3/27 & 3/28

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

6 - 14 yrs.

3 - 5 yrs.

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

6 - 14 yrs.

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

18 +

Adult Residents $216.00 Non-Residents $306,00

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL PARKS & RECREATION AT 305-866-3635 OR VISIT TOWNOFSURFSIDEFL.GOV/PROGRAMS. DATES, TIMES AND CLASSES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

SCAN FOR ONLINE REGISTARTION

9:00 - 10:00 am

Senior Residents $90.00 Non-Residents $126.00

Adult Residents $216.00 Non-Residents $306,00

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

6 - 14 yrs.

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

10:05 - 10:35 am

No class 3/30 & 3/31

Saturdays & Sundays 3/9 - 4/21/24

5:00 - 5:30 pm

3 - 5 yrs.

3 - 5 yrs.

No class 3/30 & 3/31

Saturdays & Sundays 3/9 - 4/21/24

10:05 - 10:35 am

fee per session Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

Aqua Zumba

No class 3/26-3/27 & 3/28

9:30 - 10:00 am

Level I

3/5 - 4/18/24

5:00 - 5:30 pm

FEE PER SESSION

1 - 3 yrs.

6 - 14 yrs.

4:20 - 4:50 pm

Swim Lessons

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

3:45 - 4:15 pm

Swim Lessons Pre-School

No class 3/30 & 3/31

Swim Lessons Level III

Swim Lessons Level II

Saturdays & Sundays 3/9 - 4/21/24

ages

9:30 - 10:00 am

6 - 14 yrs.

No class 3/30 & 3/31

3/4 - 4/17/24

Saturdays & Sundays 3/9 - 4/21/24

No class 3/25 & 3/27

Mondays & Wednesdays

No class 3/25 & 3/27

No class 3/26 & 3/28

No class 3/25 & 3/27

hours

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

4:20 - 4:50 pm

Mondays & Wednesday 3/4 - 4/17/24

3/4 - 4/17/24

AGES

5:00- 5:30 pm

Mondays & Wednesdays

Swim Lessons Pre-School

Tiny Bubbles

PROGRAM

Aqua Zumba

6 - 14 yrs.

6 - 14 yrs.

5:00- 5:30 pm

Mondays & Wednesday 3/4 - 4/17/24 No class 3/25 & 3/27

HOURS

4:20 - 4:50 pm

Tuesdays & Thursdays 3/5 - 4/18/24

Swim Lessons

Level I

Tuesday & Thursday 3/5 - 4/18/24

Tuesdays & Thursdays 3/5 - 4/18/24

Swim Lessons Pre-School

No class 3/26 & 3/28

No class 3/26 & 3/28

Tuesday & Thursday 3/5 - 4/18/24

No class 3/26 & 3/28

Tuesdays & Thursdays 3/5 - 4/18/24

DAYS/DATES

Swim Lessons Level III

Tuesdays & Thursdays 3/5 - 4/18/24

Swim Lessons Level I

Swim Lessons Level II

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

3:45 - 4:15 pm

3 - 5 yrs.

1 - 3 yrs.

AGES

HOURS

Swim Lessons Level I

d ay s / d at e s

No class 3/26 & 3/28

4:20 - 4:50 pm

Tiny Bubbles

No class 3/26 & 3/28

Residents $120.00 Non-Residents $180.00

program

FEE PER SESSION

SCAN FOR FLYE

DAYS/DATES

Swim Lessons Pre-School

AQUATIC PROGRAMS

Town of Surfside Parks and Recreation Department Spring Session I - Registration Begins Residents: January 22th Non-Residents: February 5th

PROGRAM

Senior Residents $90.00 Non-Residents $126.00

Uptown Funtown *Dates, times and locations subject to change

SCAN FOR ONLINE REGISTARTION

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For more information call the Surfside Community Center (305) 866-3635 Website: www.townofsurfsidefl.gov

1/8/2024

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Uptown Funtown 2024 THIRD THURSDAYS SEASON KICKS OFF WITH A BANG The 2024 Third Thursday Block Party season presented by the Tourist Board kicked off in electric fashion with last month’s Classic Rock event. Hundreds of visitors and residents came out to enjoy the Classic Rock band entertainment as well as a variety of engaging activities including sports games, arts and crafts, a 360 selfie station and even an animal encounter!

Food samples were also offered from a number of local Harding Avenue restaurants.The evening featured a surprise appearance by two futuristic Party Robots who electrified and engaged the crowd with their striking visuals and fog generators.

Please join us for next month’s event, Mardi Gras, on Thursday, Feb. 15!

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Uptown Funtown STARTING 2024 MUSIC ON THE BEACH SEASON WITH CL ASSICK ROCK The 2024 season of the Tourist Board’s Music on the Beach event series begun last month with Classic Rock. The free event lets friends, family and neighbors to enjoy the world-class music oceanside along with complimentary light bites and refreshments!

Please join us for next month’s event, Jazz, on Sunday, Feb. 11!

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Police Beat SERGEANT ALEJANDRO LORENTE IS SURFSIDE’S DECEMBER OFFICER OF THE MONTH

The Police Department began the Holiday Toy Drive in 2009 to help families in need during the holiday season. The event has grown from 30 children to over 100 children participating in the program. Last year, the Police Department was given the incredible opportunity to have a Shop with a Cop event generously sponsored by DAMAC and held at Target in North Miami Beach. The 15th Annual Holiday Toy Drive (2nd annual Shop with a Cop) was once again graciously sponsored again by DAMAC and held on Dec. 16, 2023 at Target from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Each child received a $75.00 card in which to shop. Sixty families and 129 kids had an extra special holiday and had the unique experience to shop with Police Department personnel. Sergeant Lorente along with Police Department personnel were assigned multiple families throughout the day to shop for holiday presents.

A family who arrived late due to bad weather completely missed their scheduled time and the event entirely. They approached Sergeant Lorente in the parking lot inquiring if they were still able to participate. Sergeant Lorente contacted the event coordinator, who was still onsite, advising gift cards available for the family to shop. Sergeant Lorente went above and beyond all expectations by returning to the store with the family to shop with them. To say he made the holiday special for this family is an understatement. This may seem like an ordinary gesture however to the recipients it was simply wonderful. The truly appreciative family had a unique holiday experience and left with a cart full of toys. Sergeant Lorente is commended for his altruistic actions and compassion. Despite a long day, he graciously shopped with the family until they found everything they wanted.

Congratulations to Sergeant Alejandro Lorente as the recipient of the December Officer of the Month award…well deserved!

VEHICLE OPERATIONS TRAINING FOR CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES The Community Service Aides and Parking Enforcement Officers attended a Vehicle Operations Course in January at the Miami-Dade College North Campus Driving Range to enhance their driving abilities.

SURFSIDE POLICE DEPARTMENT ASSISTS WITH TEEN SCENE MARINE PATROL CL ASS The Police Department coordinated for the Parks and Recreation Teen Scene Program a Marine Patrol class on December 2023 at the Indian Creek Police Department. Bal Harbour Police Officer Dion Cole and Indian Creek Police Department Officer Oscar Patino conducted a thrilling and phenomenal class for the teens.

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MIAMI BEACH SHOWROOM 9595 Harding Ave., Surfside, FL 33154 Across from the Bal Harbour Shops

Open Mon-Sat from 10am - 5pm

LEGEND

Parking K - Certified Kosher

BEAUTY SALON/BARBER SHOP

96 Street

96 Street th

th

3 4 5 6

43

44 45 46 47

53 54 B* C* D* E* 9

55 56 57

14 13 12

58 59 60 61 62

15 16

20 19 21

63 64 65

66 67 68

69 70 71 72

95th Street

95th Street 22

B* 76* 75 74 73

35

Justin Barbershop - 9452 Harding Ave

36

Alexia + Frankie’s Beauty Bar - 9448 Harding Ave

48

Uni K Wax - 9567 Harding Ave

50

Femme Coiffure & Spa - 9563 Harding Ave

64

Extension Dreams Hair Salon - 9521 Harding Ave

95

Surfside Barber Shop - 9431 Harding Ave

13

Penny’s Alterations - 9532 Harding Ave #104

17C

Verdile’s/Mario The Tailor - 9520 Harding Ave

17F

H20 Dive Center - 9520 Harding Ave

24

The Shoppe Miami - 9486 Harding Ave

32

Tsniout Runway - 9458 Harding Ave

49

Condotti - 9565 Harding Ave

50

Lucky Cigar Surfside - 9555 Harding Ave

55

Iris Alterations & Tailoring - 9553 Harding Ave #204

57

Mercy’s Alterations - 9533 Harding Ave #202

70

WoW The Concept - 9507 Harding Ave

90

SIGAL - 9453 Harding ave

17

Moon Over Miami Gift Shop - 9520 Harding Ave

17B

Liborio Cigars - 9520 Harding Ave

26

Miami Gift / Italian J- 9482 Harding Ave

39

Gray and Sons Jewelry - 9595 Harding Ave

43

Amoris Flowers + Events - 9577 Harding Ave

80 81

44

Sunny Toys & Gifts - 9575 Harding Ave

82 83 84

45

Miamira Jewelers - 9573 Harding Ave

52

7th Plateau - 9559 Harding Ave

54D

JS Diamond Enterprises - 9553 Harding Ave #307

87 88

61

Furry Baby Pet Care & Boarding Services- 9531 Harding Ave

89 90

67

Yaffa Wigs - 9515 Harding Ave.

91

71

Jewelers Choice - 9501 Harding Ave

92

72

World of Smoke & Vape - 9501 Harding Ave

98

Tzfasman Jewelers - 9425 Harding Ave

31 33 32 35 34 36

HARDING AVE

Abbott Ave

D’Nails Lounge - 9466 Harding Ave

26 27 28 29

85 86

93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100

Abbott Ave

30

C* D* 77 78 79

37

22

LAHH Salon - 9480 Harding Ave

23 24 25

30

101

94th Street

27

GIFTS/JEWELRY/FLOWERS Collins Ave

18

HARDING AVE

B* 17* C* D* E*F*

Surfside No. 2 Barber Shop - 9504 Harding Ave

BOUTIQUES/SHOES/TAILORS/CLEANERS

94th Street

Collins Ave

Abbott Ave

8

11

40 41 42

48 49 50 51 52

7

10

38 39

Collins Ave

HARDING AVE

1 2

20

REAL ESTATE SERVICES 2

ONE Sotheby’s International Realty - 9588 Harding Ave

4

The Agency - 9564 Harding Ave

17D

Infinity BH Real Estate/Goldfarb - 9520 Harding Ave

19

Estelle Stern Realty - 9508 Harding Ave

41

M. Kotler Realtors - 9585 Harding Ave

59

The Corcoran Group - 9537 Harding Ave

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

RESTAURANT/SUPERMARKET

3

CVS Pharmacy - 9578 Harding Ave

5

Starbucks - 9560 Harding Ave

7

Oberle Opticians - 9552 Harding Ave

8

Cine Citta CafeK - 9544 Harding Ave

10

Lemel Medspa - 9538 Harding Ave

11

Subway - 9536 Harding Ave

12

Surfside Chiropractic - 9532 Harding Ave #101

18

Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill - 9516 Harding Ave

14

Veterinary Wellness Center of Surfside - 9530 Harding Ave

21

Cafe Ragazzi - 9500 Harding Ave

15

Dr. Curson Podiatry - 9528 Harding Ave

22

Big Daddy’s Liquor - 9494 Harding Ave

33

Dr. Edy A. Guerra Dental Center - 9456 Harding Ave

23

Cafe VertK - 9490 Harding Ave

58

The Tox MIA - 9541 Harding Ave

28

RustikoK - 9476 Harding Ave

73

Surfside Hearing Aid - 222 95th St

31

Street KitchenK - 9460 Harding

76B

Bal Harbour Smiles - 260 95th St #202

36

TYO SushiK - 9454 Harding

76D

Malekin Law PA -260 95 St #206

37

Publix Supermarket - 9400 Harding Ave

91

Dr. Schwartz/Dr. Sugar - 9445 Harding Ave

42

Sushi Republic - 9583 Harding Ave

46

Morelia Gourmet PaletasK - 9571 Harding Ave

51

KooluluK - 9561 Harding Ave

th

FINANCIAL/SERVICES 1

Amtrust Bank - 9592 Harding Ave

63

Rolling Pin BakeryK - 9523 Harding Ave

6

Chase Bank - 9556 Harding Ave

65

The CarrotK - 9519 Harding Ave

17D

Camissar International - 9520 Harding Ave

66

Josh’s Deli - 9517 Harding Ave

47

AT&T Surfside - 9569 Harding Ave

77

Neya RestaurantK - 9491 Harding Ave

54B

SKF Tech - 9553 Harding Ave #302

78

26 Suhi + TapasK - 9487 Harding Ave

54C

SK Worldwide - 9553 Harding Ave #303

79

Specchio Cafe - 9485 Harding Ave

54E

Gelb Productions - 9553 Harding Ave #311

81

KoshK - 9477 Harding Ave

62

CitiBank - 9525 Harding Ave

84

The GroveK - 9467 Harding Ave

74

U.S. Post Office Surfside - 250 95th St

85

Fialkoff’s Express SurfsideK - 9463 Harding Ave

76

Barry Cohen Law Firm - 260 95th St #201

87

Moncheese Pizza - 9459 Harding Ave

76C

Executive Auto Group - 260 95th St #203

86

Rita’s Ice Custard Happiness - 9461 Harding Ave

93

T-Mobile - 9435 Harding Ave

88

Serendipity Yogurt CafeK - 9457 Harding Ave

96

The UPS Store - 9429 Harding Ave

92

RoastK - 9441 Harding Ave

101

Wells Fargo Bank - 9401 Harding Ave

94

Miami Beach Chocolates SurfsideK - 9433 Harding Ave

POP-UPS

97

The Harbour BistroK - 9427 Harding Ave

99/100 Harbour Grill DeliK - 9415-9421 Harding Ave

64

La Èsha Couture at Extension Dreams - 9521 Harding Ave

70

CVRGE, Jupe NYC, and Malka Majesty Gown at WoW The Concept - 9507 Harding Ave

24

PROJECT6NYKIDS at The Shoppe Miami - 9486 Harding Ave

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PAID

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MIAMI, FL PERMIT NO. 457