Imperial Point Association
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Imperial Point Association
Imperial Point Association Incorporating Coral Highlands, Westfield and Colonial Ridge Dottie Mancini Park Ribbon Cutting August 23, 2014 Check it More ph out... otos on page 35 ! Upcoming Events all Harvest Picnic F October 18, 12-3 PM Dottie Mancini Park A big event of the year with lots of new events added this year. See Flyer in this issue. Are you available to help make this a great event? If so, please call Sue Fuhr, 954776-6770. Need student service hours? Please call Laura Clark, 954-380-5526. Imperial Point Board Meeting October 21, 6:30pm Broward Health Imperial Point Come join us and give your opinions about the Fall Harvest Picnic and what we can do better. All are welcome. October 31, Halloween Make this a safe Holiday for the children. Election Day. November 4 Don’t forget to vote, some important issues on the ballot. Pet Parade. November 8, 10-12 Broward Health Imperial Point. 22nd Ave side Parking Lot. Bring your pets, see some demonstrations, win some prizes and take a walk with your pet. MORE INFO ON PAGE 17 HM GRAPHIC DESIGN | HMGRAPHICDESIGN.com If you missed this great event, please enjoy the pictures in this issue. If you remember, the idea for a Boundless Playground was the wish of Kimberly Scanlon from our Neighborhood. Kimberly attended and gave those present her ideas. It was an all children’s event. Sofie & Katharina Holubeck gave the Pledge of Allegiance and Elise Neumann sang the Star Spangled Banner. We were fortunate to have Mayor John P.”Jack” Seiler, Commissioner Bruce Roberts, City Manager Lee Feldman, Commissioner Chip LaMarca, Representative George Moraitis, Heather Brinkworth, Broward School Board and Broward Health Imperial Point CEO Alice Taylor present. A special treat was Dottie Mancini, former CEO of BHIP, for whom the park was named, to be with us. A special thanks to the City and Parks Department, Chaz Adams, Angelo De Peitro,Thomas White,Park Designer and Vivian Figueroa from Kompani Playgrounds for all their help in making this Special. A special thanks to the Parks Ground Crew under Lester Cedeno who made sure all was in tip top condition with every blade of grass green. Enjoy our Wonderful Park. Official Publication Of The Imperial Point Association Inc. | October/November 2014 Visit imperialpoint.org for more information SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association Please recycle this paper Selling? Buying? Call Your Imperial Point Resident - Realtor Direct: 954.298.2527 [email protected] www.margesells4u.com Margaret Matinale Broker Associate Fax: 954.771.7367 945 East Las Olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301 MAX 7IOL,?CAB<ILBII> $;GCFS!BCLIJL;=NIL ZASLAVSKY LIVE LIFE SMILING Helping families be healthier for over 10 years! dynamicchiro4you.com PHONE 954.938.4321 1730 E. 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Imperial Point Neighborhood Association IF YOU EMAIL ME [email protected] IMPERIAL POINT I WILL SEND YOU AN UPDATE OF ALL LISTINGS! LIVE HERE! SEARCH IFOR www.imperialpoint.org Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 5 President’s Message Dear Neighbors, It is that time again for our big event of the year, Fall Harvest Picnic. This will be on October 18th from 12-3PM. We have been working hard to bring you some different events this year, so don’t think it is just the same as last year. We do have the favorites like the petting farm & pony rides for the young ones but lots for all ages even the Guys to see the Classic Cars. It is also a chance to see our new Boundless Playground if you haven’t already seen it. Please see the fliers in this issue. Another addition to the Park is the Little Free Library which promotes literacy and a love of reading.If you haven’t noticed, it looks like a little house on the East side of the Park It is: Take a Book, Return a Book and Donate a Book. This is for all ages. I am especially happy that we have been given this new addition to our Park. Plans are still underway for our Wildlife Habitat in the Entranceway. The plant beds are being worked on and as soon as they are completed, the Bird Baths will be delivered. We have purchased those from our Neighbors at Paramount Concrete. After that, the fun begins as we will need to do the planting. Some of you had said you would be happy to help and I hope that still stands. It could be good exercise and a way to enjoy planting. So give me a call, 954-938-9230 so I can put you on my list when we are ready. Also girl & boy Scout troops could earn badges. When it is all completed, we will apply to the National Wildlife Federation for our designation and purchase the proper signs. Check our updated web site and also our Face book page. There are always interesting places to go and see around town. Many of those have been included. We hope you like this new addition. October and November are busy months with lots of things happening here and in the City. October is Fall Harvest and of course there is Halloween for all to enjoy. November, we have our Pet Parade on November 8th from 1012PM at the Broward Health Imperial Point grounds on 22nd Ave. This is chaired by Bruce and Susan Muntz and always a fun event so bring your pet and meet other Neighbors with their pets. Then of course we end the month with Thanksgiving and a Happy Family time. Enjoy all of our activities and I look forward to seeing you on October 18th and to hear from you about Wildlife Habitat. We are the Best, right? Sincerely Betty Shelley 6 located at our own Dottie Mancini Boundry Free Playground Imperial Point Association Mailing Address: PMB 321, 6278 N. Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308-1916 The Imperial Point Association wishes to thank these members who give so generously of their time to support our neighborhood, Our hats off to them! Officers: President Betty Shelley 954.938.9230 [email protected] Vice President Open Treasurer Jim Demarest 954-647-4713 Corresponding Secretary Susan Filippone 954-491-0880 Recording Secretary Sue Fuhr 954-776-6770 Directors (alphabetical order) Loretta Boyd 954-990-6080 Bonnie Burke 954-551-6629 [email protected] Laura Clark 954-380-5526 Susan Filippone 954-491-0880 Brandi Michaels 954-614-9120 Howard Nelson 954-938-0449 Steve O’Malley 954-295-6958 Julie [email protected] Ralph Zeltman 954-771-9838 Advertising Betty Shelley 954-938-9230 [email protected] Web Site Director John Watt 954-931-4795 Editor Bonnie Burke 954-551-6629 [email protected] Executive Airport Steve O’Malley 954-295-6958 Code Hotline 954-776-2810 Membership Open New Neighbors/Welcome Committee Loretta Boyd 954-990-6080 Pet Registrar Linda Nugent 954-772-8730 Newsletter Delivery If you find a vehicle parked on the side of the roadway and it has the special IPA parking permit on the dashboard, please allow the vehicle to remain there for 15 to 30 minutes so newsletter delivery can be completed much more quickly. 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Should an error occur or an omission take place, our policy for making correction/restitution will be the following: when a “camera ready” advertisement is to be printed in exchange for remuneration to the Association, we will, at the Advertiser’s request, (A) rerun the advertisement in the following issue free of charge, or (B) refund the Advertiser the cost of the advertisement. Other contents published in the newsletter that may contain errors or omissions will be corrected in the following issue. The deadline for advertising in the December/January issue is November 14th. Contact Betty at 954.938.9230. Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 7 NEWS FROM FORT LAUDERDALE CHILDREN’S THEATRE There are only six (6) Rabies Clinics left this year. If your pet is in need of a rabies vaccination and Broward County Rabies Registration tag or microchip, then now is the time to mark your calendar for one of the upcoming dates and locations: Come join the fun at Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theatre, celebrating our 63rd Season of teaching the art of life through the magic of theatre! Quarter 1 of our theatre classes, which include classes in theatre arts, dance for musical theatre, improv, and more are in full swing, both at our Galleria location and at our exciting new location, The Sagemont School in Weston. Quarter 2 enrollment is open now. Check out our wide selection of classes at www.flct.org so your children can join the fun! Our next season promises to be a great one starting with our first show, Stephen Sondheim’s “Sweeney Todd,” in October. Next up will be “A Christmas Carol,” in December. All auditions are open and can be found on our website. Sign up for our e-mail list so you don’t miss out. RABIES CLINICS AND PET MICRO CHIPPING - MARK YOUR CALENDARS! • October 4 – Hollywood, TY Park, 3300 North Park Road • October 18 – Pompano Beach Shelter, 3100 NW 19th Terrace • November 1 – West Park, Mary Saunders Park, 4750 SW 21st Street • December 6 – Pompano Beach Dog Park-1101 NE 10th Street Tickets available at www.flct.org Our Youth Council meets monthly and children from 2nd grade and up are invited to join. They are always planning fun events. Look for the application on the home page of the website. Check our website often and mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss a single one of our fantastic upcoming productions. See you at the theatre! www.flct.org 954 763-6701 www.flct.org 954 763-6701 • December 13 – Fort Lauderdale, Snyder Park, 3299 SW 4th Avenue All Rabies Clinics are from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and are open to all Broward County pet owners. Cost for a one-year rabies vaccination and Broward County Rabies Registration Tag is $25 for dogs and cats that are spayed/neutered; and $35 for pets that are not spayed/neutered. Microchips will also be available for $15. Cash is preferred, but checks will be accepted with proper identification. You must be a Broward County resident to attend. All dogs must be on leashes and all cats in carriers. Remember, there is now a $600 fine for pets that are not vaccinated against rabies and registered with the County. Compliments of Linda Nugent, Imperial Point Pet Registrar FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN BROWARD COUNTY, BOB LaMENDOLA October raises awareness about the need for breast cancer screening, so it is important for women to know the various types of screening tests available. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a good time to spend a moment with your health care provider deciding which type of test is best for you, and then scheduling one. Annual breast cancer screenings are recommended for all women ages 40 to 74. The choices? First: Standard mammograms, which are now captured on computer to make them a better tool than the old version recorded on film. Second: Newer 3-D mammograms, which produce better images and can catch a few more tumors than standard ones, but are more costly and use a bit more radiation. Third: MRI screenings, which produce fine images without the pain of breast compression, but cost five to 10 times more. Women should pay nothing for screening mammograms (not including breast MRIs) because insurers are required to cover annual preventive tests free of charge. Eligible uninsured women can get free screenings, too, from the Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program, which is run locally by the Florida Department of Health in Broward County. “We encourage women to get mammograms starting at 40, because they are so good at detecting cancer early when it can be treated effectively,” says Dr. Paula Thaqi, Director of DOH-Broward. The DOH-Broward program provides free standard screenings for uninsured women ages 50 to 64 who have family incomes of up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level (no more than $31,460 per year for a family of two). For information, contact the Florida Department of Health in Broward at 954-762-3649 or www.browardchd.org/ healthS_breast.aspx. Which screening test is best for you depends on your individual situation. Factors to consider: Standard mammogram – Shown to reduce mortality from breast cancer by up to 30 percent in women ages 40 to 74. Each breast is compressed between glass while X-rays are taken. continued on following page... 8 www.imperialpoint.org SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 9 News from the Library 10 3-4 yrs. 18 6 -7:30pm 3-D mammogram – Called tomosynthesis. Each breast is compressed while the machine takes 15 X-ray images at different angles. A computer combines the images into a 3-D view that can be rotated to better detect abnormalities. Studies show 3-D mammograms catch cancers 4 to 5 percent more often than standard tests. Women who get 3-D tests are 15 percent less likely to need additional testing for an abnormal result that proves to be a false alarm. However, it’s not yet clear if 3-D tests are better at finding tumors or saving lives, the National Cancer Institute says. Girl Scouts TBA Wags-n- Tales Pre-register. 954-357-6530 www.imperialpoint.org Magnetic resonance imaging – MRIs of the breasts have been marketed as pain-free, since no compression is needed. Also, they use no radiation, and studies show they can detect tumors somewhat earlier than mammograms. 14 6-7:30pm 4 – 12 Pre School 2,9.16,23,30 10:30am – 11:30 am Early Literacy Storytime & Creative Learning Activity (caretaker must attend) 3-D mammograms expose women to slightly more radiation than standard ones. Also, they cost about $50 more, which often is not covered by insurance. However, MRIs of the breasts can produce false positives, and they cost $1,000 or more, not covered by insurers when done for screening. The American Cancer Society recommends that women with a greater than 20 to 25 percent lifetime risk for breast cancer should consider receiving both a mammogram and breast MRI. These high-risk women include: 1) known carriers of the BRCA1 and 2 gene mutations; 2) women with multiple first-degree relatives with breast and/or ovarian cancer; or 3) Hodgkin’s lymphoma survivors who received chest radiation before age 30. MRI screening is not recommended for other women. Girl Scouts 6,13, 20 10:30 – 11:30 Standard mammograms typically cost $100 to $200, and should be covered completely by insurers when done for screening. Women may have to pay a co-payment if the test is “diagnostic,” meaning it’s done to examine the breast if an abnormality is found. Family Early Literacy & Creative Learning Activity (caretaker must attend) Continued from page 9 “In South Florida, hospitals have switched away from the old film mammograms to newer digital ones stored on computer,” says Trivel McKire, Manager of the Early Detection Program at DOH-Broward. “Doctors can use the computer to analyze the images for better detection.” Studies show that digital mammograms miss fewer tumors than those on film. 4/12:30pm – 1:30pm Legos Connections NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY--IMPERIAL POINT BRANCH 5985 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 l 954.357.6530 Broward County Division of Libraries - A service of the Broward County Board of Commissioners Hours: Monday, Thursday & Saturday 10-6pm Tuesday & Wednesday 12-8pm CLOSED Friday and Sunday October 2014 PROGRAMS November 2014 PROGRAMS CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Date/Time Age Range CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Date/Time Age Range IMPERIAL POINT BRANCH, 5985 N. Federal Highway • 954-357-6530 BREAST CANCER SCREENING... Thaqi recommends discussing the options with your health care provider to make the best choice about your screening test. South Florida Officials Welcome National Climate Assessment County and city officials from southeast Florida welcomed the release of the Third National Climate Assessment (“NCA”) by the federal government earlier this month, noting the report’s comprehensive assessment of the southeast United States and its strong emphasis on findings and predicted trends related to sea level rise, flooding, and saltwater contamination of drinking water wells, impacts already being felt in southeast Florida. Representatives of the four-county Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact (“Compact”) underscored the value of the National Climate Assessment to the region’s existing efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate impacts. Fort Lauderdale Mayor John P. “Jack” Seiler is optimistic that the comprehensive report will elevate the dialogue on climate change. “I am confident that the extensive research and key findings in the assessment will raise awareness about the need to proactively protect our communities against the growing impact of climate change,” Seiler said. “Working together with our partners in the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, we can plan today to meet the changing climate conditions of tomorrow and strengthen our community resilience to preserve the longterm livability, sustainability, and prosperity of our City.” “The National Climate Assessment confirms the trends we’ve already been seeing and adapting to,” said Broward County Commissioner Kristin Jacobs, who has long championed climate issues and currently serves on President Obama’s State, Local, and Tribal Leaders Task Force on Climate Preparedness and Resilience, which is developing recommendations for how the federal government can better aid the climate resilience efforts of local, state, and tribal governments. “Sea level rise, extreme heat, more intense storms, increased flooding, and saltwater contamination are not future problems in southeast Florida-they’re here and they’re affecting us now,” Jacobs said. “The NCA details the economic and public health risks of taking no action and illustrates the importance of investing in resilient infrastructure,” said Dr. Jennifer Jurado, Director of the Broward County Natural Resources Planning and Management Division and member of the Compact Staff Steering Committee. She emphasized that the findings of the report underscore the importance of collective action to prevent the most severe possible impacts through sharp reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, which the NCA confirms as the leading cause of global climate change. RECIPE CORNER: Compliments of Betty Shelley Creamy Blueberry Chicken Salad 1/2 Cup thinly sliced red onion (or chopped) 1/3 Cup diced celery 1/4 Cup torn fresh basil 12 Ozs (3 Cups) shredded/chopped chicken 1/2 tsp salt or to taste 1/2 Cup plain Greek yogurt 21/2 tbs. fresh lemon juice 1 tbs honey 2 Cups fresh blueberries 1 pkg Arugula 2 tps olive oil 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper Combine first 4 ingredients & sprinkle with salt Combine yogurt, lemon juice & honey & mix with other ingredients, gently stir in blueberries. Place arugula in bowl & carefully add the mixture & toss gently. Comes out great & was good the next day also. Sunday Church Services Services are held every Sunday 11:00am to 12:00pm Wednesday Worship Service Second & Fourth Wednesday of Every Month. 7:00pm to 8:00pm 2153 Imperial Point Drive Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33308 More information: National Cancer Institute, www.cancer. gov/cancertopics/factsheet/detection/mammograms SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 11 Representative George Moraitis Bring your cool car to Imperial Point’s Fall Harvest Picnic and Car Show! Antique Cars, Classic Cars, Sports Cars and any really cool cars are welcome! Entry is free and so is admission to our Fall Harvest Picnic! Prizes for best cars sponsored by Murray’s Speed and Custom! When: Saturday, October 18, 2014 – 12 Noon to 3 PM Where: Dottie Mancini Park ~ Newly Renovated! Fun for the Whole Family!! For Kids: Pony Rides Fun For All: Face Painting Petting Zoo Games & Contests Delicious Food from local restaurants Performances from local Dance Academy Martial Arts demonstrations For The Health of It! Section Mounted Police Many Very Cool Raffle Prizes Live Music Tree & Plant Give-Away Classic Car Show Fire Truck Participating Restaurants include: Casa Frida Jimmy John’s Pompano Pizza Michael’s Café Dairy Queen Subway Moe’s Southwest Grill Olive Garden Vito’s Pizza Red Lobster Come Join the Fun!! Gates open for car show at 11:30 AM, October 18, 2014 Please RSVP to John, [email protected], 954.931.4795 12 www.imperialpoint.org SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 13 LETTER FROM THE EDITOR TRAFFIC UPDATE CYPRESS CREEK ROAD The traffic signals on Cypress Creek Road / NE 62nd Street are part of the synchronized traffic network across the county. Historically, the coordinated system on this roadway has been divided into two control sections due to the different roadway characteristics and traffic patterns. The two sections are 1) the east segment from Dixie Highway to Federal Highway and 2) the west segment from Hawkins Road to Dixie Highway. The synchronization of the traffic signals on both sections was evaluated and optimized within the past two years as part of Broward County’s Green Lights Program. However, optimal traffic progression is still constrained by several operational issues along the corridor. The majority of the traffic signals along the corridor are still being controlled by the County’s older “legacy” computerized traffic control system. This older system dates back to the 80’s and provides limited flexibility with respect to maintenance of the coordinated traffic signal system. County staff is currently in the process of transitioning from the older system to ATMS.now, a computerized system that will enhance timing engineers’ ability to develop and implement timing plan adjustments. This will allow the system to better accommodate traffic fluctuations such as school zone interruption, railroad preemption activities and other incidents to improve the overall traffic progression along Cypress Creek Road / NE 62nd Street. We anticipate completing the conversion to the new system along the entire corridor by the end of this year. Hello Neighbors! I am so looking forward to seeing you all at the Fall Harvest Picnic on October 18th. We have so many activities for all of our Imperial Point Families and the children. We have been planning for months and really hope you can attend. Please visit me at the raffle booth. We have great raffle items again this year! South Florida’s Largest Selection of... Statues Birdbaths Tree Rings Fountains Indoor Furniture Planters Decor Blocks Patio Stones Pedestals Tile Table Sets Back by popular demand, once again from our Board Member, Loretta Boyd, here are some additional helpful hints! See you soon! MasterCard, VISA and Discover cards Accepted 1620 S. Dixie Highway, Pompano Beach, FL Ph. 954-946-3923 • Fax: 954-946.7712 To prevent potatoes budding, add an apple in the bag Add half a teaspoon of baking soda to the water when hard-boiling eggs to make the shells incredibly easy to peel off. Use bread tags to label power cords. Are you thinking about selling your home? In today's economy you need a real estate professional more then ever. Please call for a complimentary on-site evaluation today, and allow me to present our proven Marketing Plan. We get results! For all your real estate needs Richard Masterson, Jr. CRS, e-PRO, CLHMS 954-205-7067 | [email protected] 14 www.imperialpoint.org SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association Use non-stick cooking spray in votive holders to prevent wax from sticking to the sides. Imperial Point Association!! To tell if eggs are fresh, immerse them in a bowl of water. Fresh eggs will lie on the bottom, while stale eggs will float to the surface. Check out our NEW website www.imperialpoint.org to see current happenings, pay your dues and other services for Imperial Point Residents Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 15 HEATHER POMPER BRINKWORTH Telephone: 754-321-2003 [email protected] Web:http://district3.browardschools.com On August 26, 2014, Heather Brinkworth was elected during the Primary Election to a two-year term as School Board Member for District 3. District 3 - School Board Member 754-321-2003 [email protected] Thank you! To all of the citizens of District 3 for electing me as your School Board member on August 26th. This was my first campaign for office and it is truly an honor to be chosen. I promise I will diligently work for the betterment of educational resources for the students and residents of District 3, and all of Broward County. As a step in that direction, I was pleased to attend Mayor Shari McCartney’s Education Summit on September 3rd, 2014, and applaud her for arranging this venue in response to concerns of both the citizens and commissioners of the City of Oakland Park. School Board staff attended to address concerns raised during the Summit. Access to the updated DEFP (District Educational Facilities Plan) is located at www. browardschools.com; select Our School Board, select Meetings and Agendas ; select 9/15/2014 1st Public Meeting DEFP. Page down to #2 the “Revised Tentative DEFP for the Five Years Ending June 30, 2019” and select “Supporting Docs”. The most current revision as of 9/15/14 will be available. The School Board is holding a series of public forums again this year for the students, parents and community members to voice their concerns, ideas and priorities about issues facing Broward County Public Schools. The first Conversation with the District meeting was held in District 3 on September 8th at Northeast High School. Attended by Superintendent Runcie, Board Member Robin Bartleman and myself, audience members brought a wide-range of questions regarding issues such as teacher workload and class stacking; availability of BRACE advisors for our college-bound students; facility repairs for Northeast High School and the “Needs Assessment” survey conducted by the District. If you were unable to attend, here are the remaining meeting dates. All meetings are conducted in the evening with Speaker Registration from 6:00-6:30pm. Wed. September 10, 2014 Wed. September 17, 2014 Mon., September 22, 2014 Cypress Bay High School Flanagan High School J.P. Taravella High School Mon., October 27, 2014 Piper High School Dottie Mancini Park A big event of the year with lots of new events added this year. See Flyer in this issue. Are you available to help make this a great event? If so, please call Sue Fuhr, 954776-6770. Need student service hours? Please call Laura Clark, 954-380-5526. Imperial Point Board Meeting October 21, 6:30pm Broward Health Imperial Point Come join us and give your opinions about the Fall Harvest Picnic and what we can do better. All are welcome. Election Day. November 4 Don’t forget to vote, some important issues on the ballot. Pet Parade. November 8, 10-12 Broward Health Imperial Point. 22nd Ave side Parking Lot. Bring your pets, see some demonstrations, win some prizes and take a walk with your pet. Thanksgiving Day November 27 Winter in the Park December 12, 6:00 PM Come join us for last event of the year. Lots of fun things to do. More info to follow next time. Would you like to participate? Call Betty Shelley, 954-938-9230 Imperial Point Board Meeting November 18, 6:30 Broward Health Imperial Point H H H Code Violation Hotline Reminder H H H Please be advised that the Code Violation Hotline is provided as a service to Imperial Point Homeowners Association Members. If you are currently not a member, Beginning august 1st, Fort lauderdale is moving to a new you can call the City of Fort Lauderdale Code Enforcement Office at 954-764-HELP phone number for non-emergency public safety calls. new non-emergency phone numBer call: ( 954 ) 764-help In an emergency, please call 911 ABOUT BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Broward County Public Schools (BCPS), the nation’s sixth largest public school system, is an “A” rated School District. BCPS is the largest fully accredited district in the nation, with over 258,000 students and approximately 150,000 adult students in 234 schools and education centers and 76 charter schools. For more information about BCPS, visit (www.browardschools.com). Follow BCPS on Twitter (@Browardschools). Find us on Facebook at (www.facebook.com/browardschools). BCPS offers a number of opportunities and organizations for parents to get involved. For additional information, visit out Parent Involvement website at (www.getinvolvedineducation.com). www.imperialpoint.org Make this a safe Holiday for the children. Important Phone Numbers The Broward County Schools SMART (Safety, Music & Art, Athletics, Renovations and Technology) Capital Program Needs Assessment Facility (Schools) Report is now available online at http://browardschools.com/Web/Smart-Needs. These individual school-level reports are the result of a comprehensive assessment which provided an objective, data-driven overview of the District, as well as a strategic planning tool for prioritizing facility needs. SMART projects are prioritized based on industry best practices to address the most urgent needs and to ensure limited District resources are efficiently and effectively utilized. Proceeds from the General Obligation Bond would allow the District to invest in the critical needs facing schools across the District. If your group or organization would like a School Board speaker to present information on the upcoming bond referendum please call the hotline at 754-321-1104. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call me at my office, 754-321-2003. I am always happy to assist in answering your questions and finding appropriate School Board staff to address your concerns. Heather Pomper Brinkworth 16 October 31, Halloween For all other City of Fort Lauderdale inquiries, please call the 24-hour Customer Service Center at 954-828-8000 or visit www.fortlauderdale.gov/lauderserv. Hollywood Hills High School Wed., October 1, 2014 all Harvest Picnic F October 18, 12-3 PM Please use this number only if you require non-emergency police or fire services. Atlantic Technical College Tues., September 30, 2014 Neighborhood Happenings SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association Animal Control 954.359.1313 Building Department 954.828.5191 Cable Tv (Comcast) 954.252.1937 City Commissioners 954.828.5004 City Hall (General Info) 954.828.5000 Code Violations (see Hotline) 954.828.5207 Dead Animal (Road Kill) 954.828.8000 Executive Airport Hotline 954.828.6666 Fire Department (non-emergency) 954.828.6800 Florida Department of Health - Broward County 954.467.4000 Graffiti Hotline 954.828.6402 Hazardous Waste 954.765.4999 Hotline (Imperial Point)954.776.2810 Library (Imperial Point Branch)954.492.1881 Mayor’s Office 954.828.5003 Mosquito Control (Broward) 954-765-4062 Parks and Rec (Playground)954.828.7275 Police and Fire Emergency 911 Police (Non-Emergency) 954.764.HELP Power Outages 800.4OUTAGE Recycling954.828.8000 Signs (Median)954.847.2600 Streets (Potholes, etc.)954.828.8000 Streetlights954.797.5000 Traffic Engineering 954.828.5761 Traffic Signals (Malfunctions)954.847.2600 Trash (Bulk, Carts, etc.)954.828.8000 Trees (Severely Trimmed)954.828.5200 Trees (Swales/Medians)954.828.7275 Utilities954.828.8000 Utilities Billing 954.828.5150 Zoning Information 954.828.5203 When you are not sure of the correct city department, call the main number at 954.828.5000 Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 17 Doctor Kimberly Raby WHAT TO DO??? FLU, COLDS, AND RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS The kids are back to school and that usually means an increased exposure to germs, bacteria, and viruses. The increased exposure to our children combined with a compromised immune system (because of increased activity) leads to sickness. The most common sickness this time of the year is the flu, colds, and respiratory infections. Don’t be a victim!!! You have power to fight and prevent these germs, bacteria, and viruses from taking over your family. Here is how… Should I vaccinate or not? There are many different schools of thought with this topic. You really need to evaluate your own specific situation when deciding what is the best choice for you and your family. Are you in one of the high risk groups? Is your immune system compromised from another health issue? Is it worth it to you to expose yourself or your family to the chemicals within the vaccine? Education (like anything else) is key… With minimal internet research you can find the benefits and risks associated with the flu shot. Getting the flu will result in lost days of work, school absences, discomfort, pain, possible complications, and unwanted visits to the doctor’s office. This is usually enough of a deterrent to encourage families to go and receive the flu shot in hopes that they may be able to avoid any and all uncomfortable situations through the flu season. However, simply getting the flu shot doesn’t protect you completely. Many people who get the shot get sick and even the flu. What are my alternatives to getting the vaccine? Prevention and maintenance is the key to preventing dysfunction and disease. Eat a wide variety of fresh fruits and veggies. These are a great source of vitamins and minerals needed for a healthy immune system. Especially increase your daily sources of vitamin C. Eat more garlic. Garlic is known for its antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties. Mushrooms increase your production of white blood cells to help fight infection. Exercise moderately 30-60 minutes each day. More active people have stronger immune systems. Get plenty of rest and decrease stress to the best of your ability to reduce fatigue. And, of course, wash your hands regularly and avoid putting your hands to your nose and mouth. Educate your children on prevention. Since your children are the ones at a higher exposure during this time of the year, they need to be personally responsible and empowered to help themselves when you are not around. Quick Hit List for Prevention… 1. Eat fruits and veggies 2. Increase daily vitamin C 3. Eat garlic and mushrooms frequently 4. Exercise daily, with plenty of rest and decrease stress 5. Wash hands regularly Regardless of your decisions, you always have options for the health and well being for yourself and your family. It is NEVER too late to become more educated and to change our minds with previous health decisions. Take good care of your body and you will be rewarded with a lifetime of good health. Why is my dogSEILER so frightened of loud noises FROM ANIMAL HOSPITAL such as thunder, firecrackers and loud vehicles? What is Heartworm Disease and how can I protect my pet? With the holiday’s right around the corner, we may begin to think about what gifts to get for our family members. Most of us include our four legged family members as well! The bond between humans and their pets is unmistakable. Since the domestication of dogs and cats, people have been drawn to them (and they to us). They have helped us in so many ways and expect little in return. They have hunted with us, kept vermin and pest away, served in the military and police, assisted the disabled, and faithfully remained our loyal companions. In turn, we care for them and maintain good quality of life. This is more than a fair trade. In fact, it is a downright bargain. How did the bond become so strong? What can we do to preserve and strengthen it? Companionship is perhaps the most universal thing that pets give us, but this is only the beginning. Scientific evidence has proven that many health benefits come along with pet ownership. Pets help us relax, lower our blood pressure, and keep us active. Service and companion pets help with emotional or physical disabilities. The bond we have with our pets begins the moment they come into our lives and never stops growing. However, there are ways to reinforce this bond throughout our pet’s life. It is as simple as routine grooming, playtime and exercise, and regular visits to your veterinarian to help keep your pet in tip top shape. Seiler Animal Hospital is committed to helping you care for your pet. We want to see all pets live long healthy lives. Our goal is not only to provide the medical care needed but also to help strengthen the human-pet bond. In the month of October, we will be sponsoring a Pet Howl-o-Ween photo contest! In November, we will host a photo shoot where you and your four legged friends can get a picture with Santa! All proceeds will go to Toys for Tots! Stop in or call us at 954-491-1222 with any questions. Happy Holidays from the Staff at Seiler Animal Hospital! Courtesy of Douglas A. Thieme Seiler Animal Hospital 2650 NE 57th Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 Jenna Stregoski, RVT. CITYWIDE SIDEWALK ASSESSMENT PROGRAM UPDATE This is an update on the article from the last August/September 2014 publication, page 30, regarding the Citywide Sidewalk Assessment Program that was previously scheduled on the City’s Commission Agenda last August 19, 2014. The Agenda Item was postponed and has been rescheduled for October 21, 2014, for the City’s Consultant to report their findings to the Commission on the 106 miles of damaged sidewalks out of the total 400 miles of City sidewalks. 18 www.imperialpoint.org SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 19 JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL PET PARADE! NOVEMBER 8th, 10am-12pm BRING YOUR PET FRIENDLY ANIMALS AND JOIN IN ON THE WALK AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD Interior Designer Creates Decor that is Safe from Pets Barbara Van Voast of Imperial Point is an interior designer and a pet owner. Until last year, those two passions didn’t coincide. That was until a lot of her clients began asking her questions about how to keep their four-legged friends from ruining their expensive décor. Their queries prompted Van Voast to start researching the topic, finding out about stain- and odor-resistant fabrics and furnishings. “”They don’t teach you these things when you go to design school,” she said. Given the high demand from her customers, Van Voast decided to devote a division of her business to making homes pet friendly. This area now makes up about 90 percent of her business, she said. “This was something a lot of my clients were really concerned about, so I decided to address it,” she said. One client asked Van Voast to redesign her living room with her pet Beagle in mind. She chose a number of pet-friendly features, such as a high-tech sofa with fabric made to resist stains, moisture and odor. But dogs and cats aren’t her only clientele. Van Voast has designed homes for clients with pets ranging from llamas to goats to chinchillas. “A lot of what I do is preventing and covering up stain and odor,” Van Voast said. “A lot of things don’t change that much from dog to cat to any pet that has fur.” Van Voast also tries to be cognizant of household items that could prove dangerous to pets, such as electrical cords, cords of blinds and pullout sofas. Family-Oriented Care “There are a lot of things people hadn’t considered that could really hurt their pets,” she said. Van Voast, who has a golden doodle dog and a Maine coon cat, said she tries out her ideas in her own home. “It’s my own residential laboratory,” she said. • NEW: Introducing uniquely designed senior-friendly ER rooms • Comfortable environment • Short wait times to a physician More and more interior designers around the country are starting to take their clients’ pets into account, said Nan Ravel, an interior designer who lives in Chicago, Ill. “I see more and more people who are not only interested in their home, but interested in their pets, and finding a happy medium between the two,” Ruvel said. “I think if you’re not thoughtful and respectful of a client who has pets, it’s not going to be a good fit.” • Experienced, board certified ER physicians on staff 24/7 • Compassionate ER nurses trained in critical care • Specially-trained staff for seniors’ needs FUN FROM FALL HARVEST 2013 Need a Dog Trainer? Susanne Blood has been training dogs in South Florida since 1980. She has award winning show dogs in Agility, Conformation, Obedience & Rally. We know how sudden, traumatizing and uncertain a health emergency can be. For more than forty years, Broward Health Imperial Point has been providing critical, lifesaving emergency services to its community. With a state-of-the-art, 24-hour emergency department, a Joint Commission-certified primary stroke center and a team of highlyskilled doctors, nurses, and technologists; we offer the resources of one of the largest health systems in the country, with the convenience of a neighborhood hospital. The classes that she offers at “We Love Dogs” are Puppy Kindergarten, Better than Basic Obedience, Advanced Obedience, Rally O, Nose Work, a Treadmill class as well as fun events like Sunday Socials, Holiday photo’s & more. All proceeds from Holiday photo’s are donated to the Everglades Pet Recue Projects. All classes are taught using positive, reward based methods in her indoor, air conditioned classroom located at 5821 NE 14Th. Ave., Ft. Laud. 33334. For additional information, her email address is [email protected] phone # is 954-328-0864 or visit her on facebook @We Love Dogs South Florida. Please feel free to stop by & see what Susanne can do for you and your pet! 954.776.8610 • BrowardHealth.org/BHIPED • 6401 N. Federal Hwy., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 20 www.imperialpoint.org SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 21 CERT classes provide training on two Saturdays for two weeks by City of Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue personnel ALL AT NO CHARGE. MEET BRETT RENNER! ‘Want to turn back the clock and get the body you’ve always been capable of achieving? My name is Brett Renner, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and for 8 years I’ve been helping people do just that. As a trainer, I’ve seen firsthand, transformations that I’m so proud to have been a part of. Truly anything is possible if you want something bad enough. I have worked with men and women ranging from 9 years to 89 years old and have worked extensively with my clients on proper exercise techniques, cardiovascular conditioning, flexibility, strength, nutrition, muscular endurance, and much more. My mission is to educate and motivate people on every aspect of their journey into wellness. Whatever your fitness goals or prior experience may be, I promise I will do anything and everything I can to help you achieve the goals we set out to meet. If you are seeking to reach or maintain a certain fitness level, let me help you improve your quality of life by establishing a well rounded, healthy lifestyle. If you are an elite athlete seeking sport-specific training or striving to leave a plateau or break a barrier, challenge my creativity in devising the best exercise sequence for your goals. I look forward to new challenges ahead and hope I can take the plunge into wellness with you! Team Renner Fitness Goals Fulfilled Since 2006 BRETT RENNER NSCA-CSCS Dedicated • Certified • Ingenious • Committed (815) 994-1026 Train to Maintain or Train Like a Sports Star… Your Choice, My Mission – Let’s Get Started Ingenious Health & Fitness Training FitClinic.com The Fitness Clinic 5975 North Federal Highway Imperial Square Shopping Center Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33308 Testimonials: “One of the best things about my trainer, Brett Renner, is that he listens! I have some physical challenges to work around and I also have some specific goals for myself. Brett has the imagination and expertise to work around any limitations, and gives you a thoughtful realistic assessment of what you can achieve. Once the course is set, he’s positive and encouraging on what we decide is do-able. Even though it’s up to me to follow all his recommendations, his can-do attitude really keeps you striving. If you think you can’t work out because of some physical limitation or have felt intimidated in the gym in the past, Brett instills the confidence you need to focus on yourself and set and reach your goals.” - Client NJ “I can recommend personal trainer Brett Renner without reservation. He continually varies my training regimen every workout so my muscles never know what’s coming and they respond to that. He seems to have a never ending repertoire of uniquely challenging exercise sequences and knows just how to put them together. He’s focused on motivating; conditioning and seeing me use proper form producing consistent results. His enthusiasm drives the training sessions. If you want to work out, but dread going to the gym, find it boring, you’re not reaching your goals or you have a lackluster trainer, you really need to give Brett a shot. He’ll change your whole conception of training.” - Client Bob - Classic Decorative Hardware & Bath, Imperial Square by Panera Bread “Brett Renner is the best trainer I’ve ever had. It’s not just me committing to reach my goals, he commits to seeing you through to your goals as well, and that’s pretty amazing these days. He really goes out of his way to see you make milestones and really gets a charge from your success. He takes classes and seminars to maintain his certification, so he always knows the best latest stuff for you to try out, and he changes it up all the time so you never have to do the same old routine. Another cool thing is he does all the exercises he gives you himself! I can’t say enough good things about him, and nobody has to push me to go to my workouts, I wouldn’t miss one.” - Client AJ “We have worked with Brett as our personal trainer for eight months. We are pleased with the improvement both in fitness and general health that we have achieved. Brett’s training program met our individual requirements and he has worked well with us helping us choose and work toward goals that are meaningful and motivating to us. A big benefit is how he adapts and changes everything to keep it interesting for us.” - Clients WS & BV As a volunteer CERT member, you will learn life-saving skills for major emergencies including hurricanes, floods, and/or fires. You will also learn fire suppression and injury care for everyday situations. As a CERT graduate, your skills will be valuable to you, your family and your community in the event of a major disaster. CERT members may be assigned to a team in their neighborhood where they will play an important community safety role, as well as assist Fire-Rescue professionals in the event of an emergency. OCTOBER 18 & 25, 2014 (both Saturdays) from 8am to 5pm at Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue Station 53 2200 Executive Airport Way Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309 PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! Register by contacting: Carladean Ferguson at 954-828-6700 or via email at [email protected] As a volunteer CERTmember, you will learn life-saving skills for major emergencies including hurricanes, floods, and/ or fires. You will also learn fire suppression and injury care for everyday situations. As a CERTgraduate, your skills will be valuable to you, your family and your community in the event of a major disaster. CERTmembers may be assigned to a team in their neighborhood where they will play an important community safety role, as well as assist Fire-Rescue professionals in the event of an emergency. July 12 and 19, 2008 (both Saturdays) from 8am to 5pm at Mills Pond Park CERT classes provide training on two Saturdays for two weeks by City of Fort Lauderdale. Fire-Rescue personnel Detective DiCristofalo, Fort Laud Police Department CITY Too often sheds are overlooked when it comes to security. However, they can contain high value items, such as lawn equipment or bicycles. Below are a few tips which may help keep your property secure: • If possible position the shed closer to your home. Wear Your Helmet! “I was smashed by a car last November 3 on the bike portion of a triathlon training session when a driver made a left turn through me… Through sheer personality, creativity and expertise, Trainer Brett Renner pushed me to take a shot at coming back, made it fun when it hurt and didn’t let me give up. He’s helped me work around what I can’t do to find what I can do, and I’m making steady progress. Brett’s a difference-maker, a uniquely dedicated, certified trainer committed to making your goals, his goals. Give him the chance and he’ll change your life the way he saved mine…” - Client JD • Use crunchy gravel and/or thorny type plants around the perimeter. P.S. – “These testimonials are genuine. Get into The Fitness Clinic to see Brett and you’ll meet all of us – The Team Renner Clients – Train to Maintain or Train Like a Sports Star…your choice, he’ll make it happen.” - Client JD • Visibly mark items with your house address, driver’s license number or other available marking products. Take pictures of items and record serial numbers rd • Use motion activated lighting in and around your home and yard. • Shed doors and windows should be locked after use. If windows are not being used consider window locks or security grilling. Obscure views inside by using curtains or other material. • Fit doors with a hasp and staple. Strengthen door hinges and locks with coach bolts, security bolts or non-return screws. • Use strong locks, such as a closed shackle padlock • Secure items with steel cables and anchor them to the ground. • Avoid storing valuable items such as power tools, fishing equipment or golf clubs in a shed. These items should be stored inside your home or a secure garage. • If you have an alarm extend the coverage to your shed. If not, small battery operated alarms work as well [email protected]. or email [email protected]. 22 www.imperialpoint.org SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 23 CALENDARS Fort Lauderdale Welcomes International Boat Show! OCTOBER 2014 55th Annual Event Runs October 30 – November 3 Fort Lauderdale is proud to be the home of the largest, most recognizable boat show in the world. Now in its 55th year, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show sails into town October 30 - November 3, and promises to be bigger and better than ever! SUNDAY MONDAY 28 29 TUESDAY 30 WEDNESDAY 1 This year, organizers have expanded the Boat Show with the addition of the Pier 66 Marina. Featuring expanded dockage, brand new slips, and upgraded amenities, Pier 66 joins the event’s six other locations: Bahia Mar Yachting Center, Hall of Fame Marina, Las Olas Marina, Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale Hilton, and The Sails Marina. John P. “Jack” Seiler Mayor The Boat Show will cover more than 3 million square feet of exhibit space and feature close to $4 billion worth of boats, yachts and marine accessories. Boating enthusiasts 6 5 The Boat Show attracts more than 130,000 visitors, while generating tens of millions of dollars in marine commerce and new business development. The event showcases Fort Lauderdale to a worldwide audience, and is a substantial economic catalyst for our hotels, restaurants, retail, and entertainment establishments. The Boat Show’s total economic impact to Fort Lauderdale now exceeds half a billion dollars, which is greater than any other event in Florida, including the Super Bowl. 8 12 19 10 11 City Commission Meeting City Hall 18 Garbage,Yard Waste 15 16 17 MPO Town Hall Meeting7-8PM Friday Nite Tunes Carter Park 1450 W. Sunrise 7-10 PM Garbage,Recycle PBI Community Police Forum Lauderdale Manor Rec Center1340 Chateau Park Rd 6:30-9:30 Garbage,Yard Waste 20 21 22 23 Pre Agenda BHIP 6:00 PM City Commission Meeting 6:00 City Hall, Garbage,Recycle 26 9 Council of Civic Assoc. 7:00 City Hall Fl Friendly Landscaping Principals City Hall 1st Floor 5-6:30 PM Columbus Day Observed Put out Fall Harvest Signs Yon Kippur 14 13 27 Imperial Point Board Meeting, BHIP 6:30 PM 28 Bulk Trash South Garbage,Yard Waste 29 30 24 31 Boat Show thru 11-3 In the meantime, the City of Fort Lauderdale will continue to work in partnership with the marine industry to support its longterm growth, development and sustainability; strengthen maritime businesses; promote marine assistance and incentive programs; implement strategies and initiatives to enhance the overall boating experience in our community; and remain committed to preserving, supporting, and enhancing the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, a true local treasure that symbolizes the spirit and character of our great City. Thank you for making Fort Lauderdale the best place to live, work, play, raise a family, and visit, and we will see you at the Boat Show! John P. “Jack” Seiler .... Mayor 24 www.imperialpoint.org SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association 25 1 Halloween Garbage,Yard Waste Garbage,Recycle NOVEMBER 2014 SUNDAY MONDAY 26 27 TUESDAY 28 WEDNESDAY 29 THURSDAY 30 FRIDAY 31 SATURDAY 1 All Saints Day Garbage,Yard Waste Garbage,Recycle These compelling figures confirm how closely tied the marine industry is to our economy and how important its health is to our future. To that end, we are excited that results from a new marine industry study are on the horizon. In fact, on the opening day of the Boat Show, the Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) plans to announce findings from an updated study that measures the most recent economic impact of the marine industry in Broward County and South Florida. We look forward to hearing the results. FALL HARVEST PICNIC 12-3 Dottie Mancini Park Bulk Trash North As we celebrate the 55th year of this international event, we recognize that a thriving marine industry is vital to the longterm growth, development, and economic sustainability of Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, and the State of Florida. Today, marine commerce continues to be a leading economic engine which accounts for over 134,000 jobs, along with wages and earnings of $3.7 billion in Broward County. The impact of the marine industry on Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal Waterway is equally impressive. More than $4.4 billion in marine business volume is generated along the Intracoastal. In addition, the Waterway accounts for $975 million in personal income, more than 21,000 marine-related jobs, and generates $178 million in tax revenue. SATURDAY 4 Town Hall Meeting Transportation MPO 7-8PM Garbage,Recycle will marvel at the latest in modern, high performance, leisure and luxury sea vessels including runabouts, sport fishers, cabin cruisers, skiffs, sailing and motor yachts, catamarans, ski boats, jet boats, inflatables, canoes, and magnificent mega yachts. The show’s new Aquazone is sure to make a splash among families and children. Located in the Convention Center, the Aquazone will feature live paddleboard, kayak, hovercraft and free-dive demonstrations all performed in a 25-foot by 50-foot indoor pool containing more than 15,000 gallons of water. 7 Pre Agenda Beach Community Center 6:00 Town Hall Meeting Transportation MPO 7-8PM FRIDAY 3 Garbage, Yard Waste Garbage,Recycle For over half a century, this global event has been a driving force behind the tremendous growth and development of our marine industry, as well as a fundamental contributor to the economic expansion in Fort Lauderdale and throughout our region. THURSDAY 2 3 2 Daylight Saving Time ends 4 5 10 Garbage,Recycle 17 16 Hazardaus Waste 30 12 13 14 15 Friday Nite Tunes Carter Park 7-10 PM Veterans Day Council of Civic Assoc. City Hall 7:00 PM Garbage,Yard Waste 19 Garbage,Recycle mperial Point Board meeting, BHIP 6:30, City Commission meeting, City Hall 6:00 PM Community Police Forum Lauderdale Manor Rec Center 6:30-9:30 PM 24 25 26 Garbage,Recycle 9-2 Community Park Pompano Beach Garbage,Yard Waste 11 8 Pet Parade: 10-12 18 Pre Agenda 23 7 Election Day Garbage,Recycle 9 6 20 Info due for next newsletter issue! 21 22 28 29 Garbage,Yard Waste 27 Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot & Paddle 5k Walk & Paddle DC Alexander Park 6:00 PM, Bulk Trash South Bulk Trash North Garbage,Yard Waste Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 25 COMMISSIONER BRUCE G. ROBERTS HURRICANE SEASON: Although we are already three months into our hurricane season, it is still a good time to remind everyone to be prepared. Our peak season for these storms is September and October. We have not been impacted by a hurricane since Wilma on October 24, 2005, when many of us went without electricity for weeks and without water for days. Part of this preparation should include creating a disaster plan and assembling a disaster supply kit. The kit should include at least three days’ worth of water (one gallon, per person, per day) and non-perishable food for each person in your family. Other essential supplies you should have readily available include: a can opener, flashlights, a battery-operated radio, batteries, cash, pet supplies, medications, extra eyeglasses, contact lenses and supplies for people with special needs. For a complete list of emergency supplies and other preparedness tips, visit the City hurricane website at http://www.fortlauderdale.gov/hurricane. If you are interested in helping your fellow residents after a hurricane, I encourage you to join the Community Emergency Response Team. CERT is a highly trained, volunteer group that assists the City after local emergencies. Through Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue, you can receive free training that covers disaster terminology, standard triage, basic first aid, fire suppression, light search and rescue techniques and disaster awareness. After graduation you will be prepared to care for your family and your community, and you will be part of a team that may be called upon to assist the City during an emergency. Free beginner and continuing education classes are available. For more information please call 954-828-6832. UPTOWN TROLLEY SERVICE: The City and its partnerships with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), the South Florida Regional Transportation Agency (SFRTA), the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), and the Envision Uptown Business Association has launched a new FREE midday shuttle bus service for the Uptown Business District around Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. This service provides transportation along the Cypress Creek corridor Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm. Two routes originating from Cypress Creek Tri-Rail station serves the Uptown area from Calvary Chapel (west boundary) to Radice Corporate Park (east boundary). The Uptown Link provides commuters, students, employees, and visitors with convenient access to the Cypress Creek Tri-Rail station, as well as surrounding restaurants, shops, educational campuses, the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, and other destinations during the busy midday hours. 954-764-HELP NEW NON-EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: As part of the Broward County’s new consolidated public safety communication system, the City will have a new phone number for non-emergency public safety calls. Neighbors should dial (954) 764-HELP for non-emergency police or fire services. In an emergency you will still call 911. For all other City inquiries, please contact the 24-hour Customer Service Call Center at 954 828-8000 or download our new LauderServ app from Google Play or the Apple App Store. The LauderServ app allows users to submit customer service requests right from their mobile device. Neighbors can report a streetlight outage, clogged storm drain, pothole, or broken waste cart; find out collection days for sanitation, recycling and bulk trash; discover how to pay a water bill or parking ticket online; and much, much more. LauderServ can also be used to access the City’s social media accounts and get beach conditions. Visit the LauderServ webpage today!! http://www.fortlauderdale.gov/lauderserv/index. htm 10 BEST BEACH RESORTS IN FLORIDA (emantravels.com): People from all over the world are drawn every day to Florida’s tourist attractions that include famous theme parks, Spanish historic sites, lively nightlife and glorious beaches. With a booming tourism industry, Florida welcomes its visitors with a plethora of hotels and resorts that are located right on the beach. With amenities like fine restaurants, lively bars, full-service spas, fitness centers, sand white beaches and water sports, beach resorts in Florida present 26 www.imperialpoint.org SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association fun-packed vacations in and of themselves. Three of the top ten resorts are located in Fort Lauderdale: #9 - Lago Mar Resort & Club; #5 – Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort; #2 – Atlantic Resort & Spa. FORT LAUDERDALE’S BUSIEST FIREHOUSE: Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue has the new title of ‘Busiest Firehouse in the entire United States and Canada.” Firehouse 2 responded to 25,018 calls in 2013. Fort Lauderdale Engine 8 was ranked as the busiest engine in Florida and the 10th busiest in the Country. Battalion Chief 2 was the second busiest in the state. The Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue Department responds to fire and medical emergencies and is also responsible for emergency services for the City of Wilton Manors and Lazy Lake. Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue is dedicated to the City’s mission statement of ‘We build community.” When firefighter paramedics are not responding to calls or training, they can be found at local schools or community events teaching fire safety, how to make your home safe for your children, or collecting toys, food or school supplies for children. Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue just celebrated its 100 year anniversary in 2012. Firehouse magazine conducts the survey every year comparing fire department call volume and truck responses. POLICE ACTIVITY: There have been many calls for service around the City regarding car break-ins and residential burglaries. Officers are always present at our pre-agenda meetings to update us on these incidents in our District, and share action plans. ALWAYS lock your car door and NEVER leave anything on your car seat that would entice someone to break in. Also, if someone that you do not recognize is knocking at your door, do not open the door, but do let them know that you are home and that you have called the police. Not answering the door may give the impression that nobody is home. As a reminder, our Crime Prevention Unit (954-828-6421) offers a free and confidential security assessment for your home or business. UPCOMING DATES TO CALENDAR: • 10/6/14 Pre-agenda meeting at Beach Community Center – 6pm • 10/7/14 Commission Meetings • 10/20/14 Pre-agenda meeting at Imperial Point Hospital, South Entrance – 6pm • 10/21/14 Commission Meetings OFFICE CONTACT: Robbi Uptegrove – 954-828-5033; email: [email protected] In addition to hosting two pre-agenda meetings twice a month, I am also available to attend your HOA meetings to update your neighborhood on what is going on in the City as well as answer any questions/concerns you may have. Please contact Robbi to schedule. CITY SWALE REQUIREMENT WHEN CONSTRUCTING NEW DRIVEWAYS The City of Fort Lauderdale may require a homeowner to reconstruct their existing swale (grass area between the edge of road pavement and sidewalk or homeowner’s property line) at the time when the homeowner constructs a new driveway apron (driveway portion located within the City right-of-way). The swale reconstruction is only required if the existing swale does not meet current City design standards to assure the swale invert is less in elevation than the edge of road; sidewalk (if one exists) and the new driveway apron. The proper swale invert elevation allows storm water caused by heavy rain storms to sheet flow off the paved road surfaces into the lower swale area where the storm water collects and percolates into the ground. This swale requirement reduces street flooding making driving safer during heavy rain downpours and the absorption of water into the ground helps to recharge the Biscayne Aquifer where water is obtained from wells and treated by the City for our domestic water supply. More information on the swale reconstruction is available at the City Engineering Department and/or the Building Department, where the contractor is required to apply for a City Permit for the driveway construction within the City right-ofway. The permit application and instructions to same along with the swale acknowledgement form and engineering design standards are also available on the City’s Website: www.fortlauderdale.gov. Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 27 ASSOCIATION MEMBERS Peter & Barbara Abrams Fredericka Achin Kathryn Adams Stacie Adler & Charles Capone Alex & Karin Alfaro Marie & Joe Alicata Kathy & Bill Allen James & Catherine Amos William & Lisa Anderson Theodore April & James Murphy John & Rozann Arena Amy Arnold & Eric Rogell Richard & Beverly Atkinson Michael Avitable & Greg Arcari Alejandro & Nancy Bacigalupi Don & Sandra Banaszak Janice Banken Joe & Jackie Barber Walter Baronowski & Marita Murrman Bruce & Karen Barrett Catherine Bassett Jwalanaiah & Poorhima Bellur Ron & Alice Benjamin Marie & Bradley Bennett Andrea Birnhak & Rod Zamora Rick & Tamela Biro Robert & Sandra Blaikie Diane & Dan Blankstrom Maxine Boggy Joe Bolton & Sergey Kogan Christine Boniello Carl Booker & David Lasalandra William Borawski Michel Boulerice Hugh & Loretta Boyd Gene & Sheila Brady Peter & Connie Brandt Craig & Susan Breckenridge Jack Brennan & Joeseph Bolzau John & Susan Bridgman Pam Brierley & Tammy Brierley Timothy Brittsan Carolyn Brown & Edward Marciniak Steven Brown Chuck & Nancy Bryant Sam Budyszewick & Julio MoralesBudyszwick Maureen Buffington Gina & Juan Carlos Cabrera Patty Caliendo Edenil Camara & Rebecca Rosado Patricia Camp & Carol Cleaver Arthur Campbell Margaret Campoli Kathleen Cannon Darlene & Ron Carlson Mark & Marielle Carlson F. Gordon Carpenter, Jr. Sharon & Barry Caso Maryann Chalkley 28 Naomi Charboneau Ashley & David Christiana Cynthia & Robert Chruszczyk Laura & Jeffrey Clark Jack Clements & Edward Casey Andrew Cohen Jeff Cole Robert Collier, MD & Charles Hunziker James Collins Kimberly Colvin Laurence Combrouze Richard Comeau & Rienaldo DaSilva Harold & Joanne Connors, Jr. David & Mary Anne Cooley Sylvio Cote Cynthia & Robert Coyle Mary & Walter Craig Thomas Craterfield & Dennis Chartier Amy & Don Cumming Hillary & Steven Daigle James & Kathleen Dailey Diego & Conchi Dana David Deacle & Barbara Dee-Deacle Pam & Ralph Dearden Jim Demarest Tom & Judy Dempsey Jane DePadro Frank & Betty DeRosa Rick DeRosia Frank DesLongchamps & Laurence Cohen Timothy Desmond & Richard Guerette Nancy Dew & Robert Goodson Louise & Michael Diamond Michael DiDonna Mark & Bonnie Dissette Scott Docherty & David Nida Pietro & Natalie Dodero Mary Ann & Bill & Monica Dorsel Robert Duglin & Paul Pham Kimberly Durham Robert Durham Richard & Nicole Duskin Federico Echegaray Joseph & Susan El Sheikh Marcie Ellberger Steve & Vickie Estler Carol Everson Alan Falcone Michael Fegley Ron & Susan Filippone Jill & Adam Fine Carey & Ellen Fischer Ken & Joyce Fix Stephen Fogel & Flora McQueen Keith & Janet Forsgren Jim Frank & Fernando Menendez Ken & Rita Frantz Stephen Fredrickson Frederick Freese Henry Fricke www.imperialpoint.org Gary Friedman & Scott Hilliman Sue Fuhr Jim & Kay Galuppi Jennifer Ganary Jose & Chris Garcia Ray Gardner & Michael (Mike) Adams Margie & Bob Garland Christopher Gauldin & Douglas James Jeff & Linda Gerum Robin & Tammy Gipps John & Cindy Gomez Mark & Grace Goodman Jane & Michel Goodrich Karen & Mike Gouveia Henry Grant Grace & Walter Grecz Nate & Jocelyn Greenstein Kathy Gregory-Guinn & Richard Guinn John & Jan Grimsley Karl Gross & Ed Norris Jean & Marie-Louise Guerin Paul Guzzardo & Murray Lichtenstein John & Virginia Hackett Loretta Hackett Patricia Hale Pete & Jodi Hamill Phil & Susanne Hamilton Donna Hamilton Michael & Marcia Hammar William & Leslie Harley Dick Haslam Mark & Michelle Hawthorn Cornelious Heathwood & William Mull Ellie Hedges Theresa & Christopher Herman Phyllis Hickman Mario & Martha Hidalgo Joyce Hill Bonnie Hodges Michael Houghtaling & Thomas Wilson James & Shari Hoy John Husted Janet & Ralph Hutchins Lynn & David Hutchinson Gordon & Barbara Innes Eloy & Susan Jaen, Jr. Mary Jeu de Vine Charlie Johnston Kathy & Bradley Jones Chris & Shannon June Allan Jurchen Chris & Tammy Jurvic Lidette Kafka Dolores Kaminski & Pierre Riviere Marty Kaplan & Al Hamilton Jean Karle Charles & Karoline Kasper Lori & Jonny Katz Helen Kavanaugh Jonathan Keith & Tracey Keller-Keith Keith Kleiman Rob & Kris Klein Brenda & George Kolos James Kotz & Bonnie Bolinger Catherine Kozol Jim & Laurie Kunkel Michael Labinski & Joseph DeMasi Sonya Lambert & Adele Spallone Kathy LaSalle John Lelecas Linda Lemay & Don Lemay Joseph Lentz & Allan Sugar Jacques & Wilhalmena Levin Mark & Elizabeth Lister Anna & Michael Littlejohn Michael & Jennifer Longo David Lowe & Jim Friedrichs Nancy Lozito Ron & Jackie Ludwig Steven & Nancy Lukas Malcolm & Marci MacInnes Sachiko Magner Chris & Diane Maholm Veronica & Scott Majewski Terry & Toby Manke John & Frederica Marschall Fran & John Martin Joe & Susan Massaro Margaret Matinale Michael Matos Michael Matrone & Alma Smith Robert & Suzanne Mayo Tennina McAnany & Diane Fatkin Edward McCloskey & Kathleen Petrouske Donald McCord Donna & Jack McDonough Michael McGovern Barbara McKeon Alan & Jill Mendel Leonard & Ann Mercer Pat & Bill Meyers Dorothy Miceli Anthony & Brandi Michaels Patricia Middleton Alice Miller Eugene & Linda Monaco Luis Montanez Carol Montiel Carlos Moran & Steve Hickman Dee Moustakas & Carolyn Martinez John & Fran Muller Bruce & Susan Muntz Russ & Georgia Murphy Gayle & Howard Nelson Jenifer & Jeff NeSmith Damon & Kathleen Newquist Madeleine Niedan Karee & Brad Norton Linda Nugent Patty O’Brien & Carole Smith SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association Andrzej Obszanski & Jolanta Jaskolska Elizabeth O’Donnell-Payne Tara O’Leary John & Dolores Oliver Susan & Steve O’Malley Gary & Elizabeth Ordelheide Brad & Karen Orlosky Linda Orsetti Philip Orsi Jerry Oshinski & Terry Colli Jill & Brett Paden Renata & Richard Palermo Linda Palmeri June Parney Mario Parodi & Roberta Dodero Betty Pastore & Bonnie Burke Kelly & Mark Paterson Liz & Rich Pecororo Michael Penrod & John Slater George Perez William Perkins & Robert Goodman John Petersen & Shelagh Wilmott Bernie & Rita Petreccia Barbara Pickens Andrew Pickens Joseph & M.K. Piechura Ronald & Shirley Pierce Linda & Larry Posey James Price & Cheryl Rimel Jacquline Puga Jesus Quintero & Maria Chavez Michael & Dorothy Raimondi Linley Ray Jassamine & Jim Redington Gary & Cheryl Rhoads Robert & Christine Ribeiro Aaron Ritter Bruce & Scharlene Roberts Betty Robertson Dick Robison Irving Rodriguez & Maria Perez Michael Roe & Robert Fabian Dave & Vicki Rosenthal Donald Roth & Bruce Horn Eloise Ruby Julie Ruffolo Raymond Rupinski & Glenn Addis John Sabia & Johanne Sabia Anthony Samuels Jon & Talia Sandola Raymond Schreiber Scott Schwab & Mark Messinger Mark & Jaclyn Schweiger Gregory & Mary Jane Schweiger Denise & Leonard Scinto Alan & Bonnie Shapiro David Shapiro & Nancy Morgan-Shapiro Hugh & Karen Sharkey Pamela Sheley Betty Shelley Dobrina & Dimitar Shishkov Donna Shubert & William Yanicki Alan Silva & Ed Coyle-Barranco Phyllis Skelly Gerald Slakoff Scott & Lisa Slinko Warren Smiley, III Joan & Paul Smith Glynn & Kathleen Smith Randy Smith & Jamie Edgemon-Smith Eugene Smith & David Moon Janice Soderlund Gee Sandra & Donald Spence Tom & Pat Spies Richard & Bonnie St. John Mary Steckbeck Richard & Martha Steinkamp Steve & Elise Stimpson Betty Strohmeier Einar Strom Kenji & Yumiko Takahashi Richard Taylor Bill & Cathy Thixton Raymond Thompson Richard & Maggie Tilelli Robert & Denise Tomlinson Jack Trautman Virginia & Ben Treiber Chris & Cydney Ulrich Robert & Carol Ungerer Lorraine Urbanek Barbara Van Voast Salomon Vas Dias & Meryl Klein Dean & Ilene Vaughan Pedro & Kathy Vazquez Lorraine & Bill Verano Virgil & Earleen Virga Thomas Vokes & Robert Hamilton Al & Annie Walleser Lee Walter & Hector Martinez Andrea Ward Laura Watson John Watt & Zhenya Bonchuk Ronald Webb Sondra Weiss-Goldman & Evan Goldman Leslie White & Anna White Douglas White Barry Willbrant & David Pickering Richard & Lynette Williams Gail Williams Alan & Sherry Williamson John & Lisa Wilson Don & Jo Ann Winsett Monica Wirth Bryan & Kathryn Wisner Thomas Wolf & Fernando Rodrigues Richard & Yvonne Womack Don & Gail Wright Amy & Matt Wright Zhu Chin George & Zhu Shan Michael Xiong Tom Zaccardo William Zachacki Ed & Judith Zaparaniuk Ralph & Joline Zeltman Steve Zunt & Oscar Mejias MEMBERSHIP FORM Civic Association Name:________________________________________________________________________ Name: ________________________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________ Phone: (________) ___________________________ Email: ____________________________ I’d like to volunteer for Imperial Point Association Yes _____ No ______ Please make checks payable to Imperial Point Association, Inc. 6278 North Federal Hwy, PMB 321 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308-1916 Credit Card & PayPal Payments may be made online at www.imperialpoint.org Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 29 GREATER POMPANO BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NOMINATES BROWARD HEALTH IMPERIAL POINT CEO BUSINESSWOMAN OF THE YEAR FOREIGN TRADE ZONE WORKSHOP Alice Taylor to be recognized at Shining Star Awards Luncheon The Fort Lauderdale Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ No. 241) is hosting a FTZ Workshop on Thursday, October 16th, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. with a complimentary breakfast. The workshop is to inform import-export businesses of the opportunities and benefits of operating in a foreign-trade zone. Experts in the field of international trade logistics are partnering with Fort Lauderdale FTZ No. 241 for this workshop to provide insight into the application process and operating with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The event will be held at the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, Administration Building at 6000 N.W. 21st Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309. Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – Broward Health Imperial Point Chief Executive Officer Alice Taylor has been nominated Businesswoman of the Year by the Greater Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce for her healthcare leadership and involvement in the community. Taylor, who has been the hospital’s top administrator since January 2012, is responsible for the 204-bed acute care hospital that offers medical-surgical inpatient care, behavioral health services and a wide variety of outpatient services. “Alice is terrific. She’s very intelligent, articulate and her leadership ability sets her apart,” says Ric Green, the Chamber’s president. “She’s a great contributor to the wellbeing of our community and we at the Chamber are proud to honor the great work she and the hospital are doing.” fort lauderdale executive airport invites you to attend our Taylor will be on hand to accept her award along with other honorees at the Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa on Thursday, Sept. 18, during the Pompano Chamber’s 8th annual Shining Star Awards Luncheon. Broward Health, providing service for more than 75 years, is a nationally recognized system in South Florida that offers world-class healthcare to all. Broward Health includes Broward Health Medical Center, Broward Health North, Broward Health Imperial Point, Broward Health Coral Springs, Chris Evert Children’s Hospital, Broward Health Weston, Broward Health Community Health Services, Broward Health Physician Group, Broward Health International, Broward Health Urgent Care and Broward Health Foundation. For more information, visitBrowardHealth.org. Thursday October 16, 2014 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. fort lauderdale executive airport 6000 NW 21st Avenue | Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309 topics of discussion InternatIonal BusIness In Broward County ALERT ON UNLAWFUL USE OF FIRE Bob swindell HYDRANT WATER President & CEO | Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance FtZ operator/user overvIew If a resident encounters a lawn sprayer tanker truck some unauthorized person Fairnor & swanson who has connected a hose to a City fire hydrant and is discharging water into a tanker Michael Edwards | Vice President Operations truck or other container, please immediately contact either the City of Fort Lauderdale Utilities Distribution & Collection Manager Rick Johnson at 954-828-7809 or Distribution FtZ Made sIMple Supervisor Keith Hutchison at 954-828- 7682 or contact the City Police Department at 954-828-HELP(4357) with the following information: date/time, location of fire hydrant, Gary M. Goldfarb company truck name and tag number and if possible, a photograph so the City can Chief Strategy Officer | Interport Group of Companies pursue and investigate. The resident should not engage into a confrontation with the truck driver or person involved in this activity, let the appropriate lenny Feldman authorities handle this matter. Managing Member | Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A. 30 www.imperialpoint.org SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association FtZ autoMatIon and soFtware Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 liz Mastrapa Vice President of Sales | ASCI of Miami 31 FALL BUSTS OUT AT IMPERIAL SQUARE Update from Your County Commissioner CHIP LAMARCA Fall Busts Out at IMPERIAL SQUARE’S fine restaurants and shops. TEE-JAY THAI SUSHI will open this fall on November 1st with a total new atmosphere transforming TEE-JAY THAI SUSHI into a very exciting and unique place to bring your friends to experience their world class cuisine and “ NEW LOOK”. During the remodel time you can still enjoy the cuisine as the restaurant will be Open for Takeout and Delivery service only. PANERA BREAD has a Bust Out new fall menu and it’s amazing full with many fall soups and bakery items. SMASHBURGER is a favorite for the whole family with many delicious salads, hamburgers, milkshakes and sweet potato fries. MOOMOO YOGURT has many new fall flavors for a unique treat for the whole family. SWAMI JUICE Busts Out the best cold pressed natural juice formulas for a healthy lifestyle. Public Hearings Planned for County’s Fiscal Year 2015 Budget Members of the public wishing to comment on the proposed Broward County fiscal year 2015 budget will have an opportunity to do so on Tuesday, September 23rd, starting at 5:01PM, at the Broward Governmental Center, 115 S. Andrews Ave, Room 422 in Fort Lauderdale. The FY 2015 recommended total budget, which includes tax supported and non-tax supported funds, is $4.1 billion. Overall, the total budget increases by $28.5 million due to an increase in the operating and debt service components and a decrease in the capital budget. The $28.5 million represents an increase of less than one percent in the total $4.1 billion budget. Under the current proposed budget the total property tax rate will remain the same as this year. Most taxpayers will see a small increase in their county taxes, which comprise approximately 23 percent of their overall property tax bill. A homestead property owner, with the average taxable value, whose value goes up 1.5% can expect to pay approximately $17 more in county property taxes in FY 15. Fall fashions are Busting Out at BELLA ME BOUTIQUE and VIRGILIUS APPAREL for men and women. Visit their stores to see what is new this season. LEARNING EXPRESS TOYS has just the perfect gifts to delight the children of all ages. Look for the special holiday programs they have for the children to attend as well as teaching a special craft sessions. JR JEWELERS has Busted Out the new fall lines for you to preview. SCUBA NETWORK has everything for a fall snorkeling or diving adventure. They have all the gear and can arrange learning sessions and trips for the whole family. IN SYNC HAIR SALON & BODY SPA has all the new fall nail colors for that manicure & pedicure for the season. They specialize in the complete spa experience! GOLDEN CLIPPER BARBER SHOP is busting Out a new look for men both young and old to experience an old fashion barber shop. Bust into fall by getting into the “ healthy state of mind”. THE FITNESS CLINIC GYM Busts Out new equipment for the fall. This gym is a personal training facility or just join and get healthy your way. GNC NUTIRTION CENTER has all these vitamins and more for a healthy lifestyle. WEIGHT WATCHERS is so convenient with classes & programs to assist you with losing unwanted pounds. BRICKELL CHIROPRACTIC CENTER can help your aching back and joints feel better so you can enjoy a pain free healthy lifestyle. THE HEARING CENTER has all the latest hearing aids and over 30 years of expertise to help you chose the right one with the right fit for you or a loved one. If you are a “world explorer” and like to travel to far off lands. Beginning October 1st till October 20th EXPEDIA CRUISESHIP CENTER will be showcasing cruises to ports around the globe offering special deals not available to the general public. Come in a talk to Jen and Kevin about these “special” offerings. Join them for a special wine and cheese cruise night October 9th at 6:30pm with Princess Cruise Lines presenting their beautiful products. Ideas for Fall renovations for your home come see CLASSIC DECORATIVE HARDWARE and MELTINI KITCHEN & BATH. SPRINT and FEDEX OFFICE are ready to serve you! EXECUTIVE DRY CLEANERS and LAUNDRY can get those fall clothes ready to wear. Chip LaMarca, Broward County Commissioner-District 4 Now is not the time to increase taxes or fees on taxpayers. I will work hard to encourage the other commissioners to roll back the tax rate so that Broward residents see a savings instead. Public Hearing to be Held September 23rd on Proposed Bus Service Adjustments and Increases to Bus Fares and Passes The Broward County Commission will hold a public meeting at 2PM on Tuesday, September 23, 2014, at the Governmental Center, Room 422, 115 South Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, to receive public comments on Broward County Transit (BCT) proposed bus service adjustments and bus fares and pass increases. If approved, the proposed increase to bus fares and passes would become effective over two, fiscal year periods: October 1, 2014 and October 1, 2015. The proposed bus service adjustments will become effective October 13, 2014 for the 595 Express Bus Service, and in January 2015 for the US 1 Breeze. For more information, including details on the proposed bus fare and service changes, call the BCT Customer Service Center at 954-357-8400 or visit Broward.org/BCT Again, now is not the time to increase the cost of such vital transportation services for those most in need. If there is anything that we can do to assist you with your vision for a better Broward, please do not hesitate to contact our office at 954.357.7004 or by email [email protected]. You can also stay up to date by viewing our website Broward.org/ District4, where you can sign up to receive email updates from our office. As always, it is an honor to serve you. Best regards Frankel Accepting Applications for Military Service Academy Application Deadline: 5:00pm on October 31, 2014 Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Frankel is accepting applications from high school students in Florida’s 22nd District for nominations to the United States armed services academies for an appointment to the Class of 2019. “Our military academies provide a world-class education while preparing young men and women for a life of service to our country,” said Frankel. Interested students should contact Frankel’s district office to obtain an application packet – which details the specific instructions on the required documents, including an essay, high school transcript, ACT/SAT scores, and letters of recommendation. Applicants will be judged on the basis of character, motivation, academic achievement, physical aptitude, and leadership skills. Completed applications must be submitted to Frankel’s district office by 5:00 pm on October 31, 2014. The service academies accepting nominations through congressional offices are the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. To request a Military Academy Nomination packet, please contact Frankel’s district office at (561) 998-9045. More information can also be found on http://frankel.house.gov/services/military-academy-nominations/military-academynominations-faq. 32 www.imperialpoint.org SEARCH FOR Imperial Point Neighborhood Association Imperial Point Association - October/November 2014 33 WHAT ARE THEY UP TO NOW? YARD WASTE Ask Lori…Parrish on Appraisal On the back page of the last edition, pictures were published to see what we could find on updates on these beautiful children.Deirdre was kind enough to respond with a wonderful story about her boys and is the winner of an Imperial Point T-Shirt. My name is Deirdre Scott and we live in Imperial Point. My son James is on the back cover of your latest issue. He is the little red head sitting on a horse. James is 10 years old now and attends Saint Marks Episcopal School and is in 5th grade. He is the quarterback for his flag football team at Holiday Park. James also plays baseball and golf. He will be on the Saint Marks golf team in the spring. James has a brother who is 9 years old, Liam, that has Autism. James is so amazing! He watches over Liam and volunteers at all of Liam’s special needs sports. Liam has been to see many therapists in the past years but the number one therapist that stands out the most for Liam is his brother James. We are very proud and love James for who he is! Compliments of Deirdre Scott, Imperial Point Neighbor Do Not Pay Companies for a Copy of Your Original Deed! Dear Lori: I received a letter today from a company in Davie, Florida stating my property deed is the only document identifying me as the property owner. They are requesting a $56.50 processing fee to obtain a certified copy of my deed for me. In your opinion, should I get one, and is this fee fair? What would it cost me to get it directly from Broward County? P.W., Deerfield Beach (via email) I actually received the same letter at my home. This mailing is a solicitation from a private company selling copies of certified deeds at a rate much higher than one needs to pay. While this practice is misleading, it is in fact, legal. You can actually obtain a certified copy of your deed from Broward County for just a few dollars. Shepherd of the Coast Christian School A certified copy of a document has the legal validity of the original document. Your deed is a document or written legal instrument which, when executed and delivered, conveys an interest in or legal title to a property. If you have lost or misplaced your original deed you can obtain a certified copy from the Broward County Records, Taxes and Treasury Division, in person, or by mail. Deeds recorded prior to 1978 must be ordered in person or by written request. The county charges a nominal fee for reproduction ($1.00 a page/$2.00 certified). If you have questions for the County Records Division, they can be reached at 954.831.4000. (Note: the County Records Division is NOT affiliated with the Property Appraiser’s Office.) Sincerely, Lori Parrish, CFA If you have a question for Lori, please email her at [email protected] or write to her at the Broward County Property Appraiser’s Office, 115 South Andrews Avenue, Room 111, and Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. (June, 2014) UPCOMING OPEN HOUSE Saturday, October 18th from 8:30 – 11:30 am Saturday, November 15th from 8:30 – 11:30 am Non-certified copies of deeds and many other important documents are available for free online at Broward County Records, Taxes and Treasury Division’s website (www.broward.org/records), which is also linked from our office’s website. Reviewing and obtaining a non-certified copy of your deed is simple: Go to www.bcpa.net and go to “Property Search” page, select the “Owner Name” button, and search by your last name, followed by a comma, and then your first name. After hitting the SEARCH button, you must select your property from a list. To select your property, choose the “Parcel Number” that is in the same row as your address. All the information on your property will be displayed. More than half way down this page, there will be a section labeled “Sales History.” Select the top “Book Number or CIN” (colored blue) to view the most current version of the deed. If you need more information about viewing deeds, please visit our website at www.bcpa.net or contact our office directly at 954.357.6830. Now Enrolling Infants through Grade 8 1901 East Commercial Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33308 954.772.5468 www.shepherdofthecoast.org We accept Step Up For Students Scholarships Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran School and Learning Center admits students of any race, or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at our school. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of our educational policies and other school administered programs. 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