TOWN OF
SURFSIDE
GAZETTE
Town Manager’s Message Typically, as summer approaches there is a slow down in the number of public meetings; however, that is not the case this year in Surfside. Several meetings will be held in May that will lay the groundwork for community projects that will either be completed or unveiled in coming months. Your participation in these meetings will ensure that your voice and opinions are heard. These meetings include: • Community Center Expansion (Second Story) – The kick off meeting of the Community Center Expansion (second story) will be held on May 14 at 7 pm. The FY 13/14 budget contains funding to begin the conceptual planning and design. This May 14 meeting will be a community dialogue on the process to be used to ensure that the ultimate vision for the Community Center Expansion (second story) reflects the desires of our residents. • FY 14/15 Budget – Over the past several years, the initial public budget workshops were held in the latter portion of June. By the time these workshops were held, Staff had substantially completed work on its recommended budget. In order to provide a more meaningful opportunity for the public and the Commission to provide input on budget preparation, a meeting will be held on May 22 (6:00 to 7:30 pm). In addition to this workshop, the FY 14/15 budget will be discussed at a minimum of four additional public meetings. Future editions of the Gazette will provide the budget schedule. • Sign Code Update – The past several years has seen remarkable improvements in our business district. It has become apparent that the existing sign code is outdated and it is not reflective or complimentary to the recent upgrades in the business district. The Town Commission and the Planning and Zoning Advisory Board will hold a joint meeting on May 22 (7:30 – 9:30 pm). This meeting will include a report on the
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Code Director Joe Damien Named Employee of the Quarter
MAY 2014 Code Compliance Director Joe Damien (C) was named the Town of Surfside’s Employee of the Quarter. Pictured with him (L-R) are Town Manager Michael Crotty, Mayor Daniel Dietch, Commissioner Marta Olchyk and Public Works Director Joseph Kroll.
Surfside Gazette • MAY 2014
Surfside Gazette • MAY 2014
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