Tam-A-Gram | January - March 2009

T H E O F F I C I A L P U B L I C A T I O N O F T H E C I T Y O F T A M A R A C , F L O R I D A

FREE MONEY? — How the City utilizes a variety of funding avenues to pay for new projects.

January / February / March 2009

TAMARAC’SWEBSITE

FRESHENEDOur website has been

freshened and improved to provide you more

features and better service

WELCOME NEWCOMMISSIONERS

Commissioner Pamela BushnellCommissioner Diane Glasser

NEW CODEIMPROVEMENTSNew changes in the City’sCode of Ordinances aimed atprotecting property values

GET TO KNOWYOUR CITY

Building DepartmentIT’S A NEW YEAR.Tamarac’s year in review. We look back at 2008.

The Tam-A-Gram is the official publication of the City of Tamarac, Florida. The magazine is published quarterly and mailed to residents and businesses within the City, under the direction of the Public Information Committee and the Pub-lic Information Office.

Reader questions and comments are welcome. Please send your comments to:

Public Information OfficeAttn.: Tam-A-Gram

7525 N.W. 88th AvenueTamarac, Florida 33321

You may also email your comments, or ques-tions, to Chad Quinn, Public Information Spe-cialist, at: [email protected]. Please include “Tam-A-Gram” in the subject line of your email.

CITY COMMISSION: Beth Flansbaum-Talabisco, Mayor Patricia Atkins-Grad, Vice-Mayor, District 2 Pamela Bushnell, Commissioner, District 1 Diane Glasser, Commissioner, District 3 Harry Dressler, Commissioner, District 4

CITY MANAGER: Jeffrey L. Miller

PUBLIC INFORMATION COMMITTEE: Ben Chicofsky, Chair Paul Dick Max Marcus Carole Anne Paladino Maryann Zicchinolfi Jon Breslav, Alternate Claudia Krysiak, Alternate Miriam Marin, Alternate Maurice Weinreb, Alternate

PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE: Managing Editor: Andy Berns, Public and Economic Affairs Officer

Editor/Creative Director: Chad J. Quinn, Public Information Specialist

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Financial Services (954) 597-3550 Customer Service (954) 597-3590 Purchasing (954) 597-3570Fire Rescue (Non-Emergency) (954) 597-3800Human Resources (954) 597-3600 Job Line (954) 597-3615 Risk Management (954) 597-3613Mayor and Commission (954) 597-3460Parks & Recreation (954) 597-3620 Community Center (954) 597-3620 Caporella Aquatic Center (954) 597-3660 Caporella Fitness Center (954) 597-3661 Social Services (954) 597-3642 Transit/Shuttle Bus (954) 597-3649

Police/BSO Tamarac District (Non-Emergency) (954) 720-2225Public Works (954) 597-3700 Engineering (954) 597-3712 Recycling & Trash Hotline (954) 597-3740Utilities (954) 597-3750 Customer Service (954) 597-3590 Utilities (leaks, breaks, etc.) (954) 597-3750 Water Treatment Plant (954) 597-3775 (Also used for 24-hour Utilities emergencies.)Service Providers:All Service Refuse (954) 583-1830Comcast Cable (954) 252-1937Library (Tamarac Branch) (954) 720-2282Post Office (Tamarac Branch) (954) 722-3152Tamarac Theater (954) 724-1110Waste Management (954) 974-7500

MAIN NUMBER (954) 597-3500Citizen Hotline (954) 718-1800 (Activated During Emergencies)Building Services (954) 597-3420 Building Inspections (954) 597-3430 Building Permitting and Inspection Results (954) 597-3435City Clerk’s Office (954) 597-3505City Commission (954) 597-3460City Manager’s Office (954) 597-3510 PIO (Media) (954) 597-3523Community Development (954) 597-3530 Code Compliance (954) 597-3425 Business Revenue (954) 597-3536

I M P O R T A N T N U M B E R S

Tamarac UniversityWill you be there?

GrantsHow we do what we do.

Welcome CommissionersTamarac elects two new Commissioners.

RetrospectiveAs we go forward, we look back at 2008.

1 ....First Things Satellite City Hall closes, the Public Services Complex Addition opens,

the Ficus White Fly attacks, and the Commission honors a hero.

3 ....Fire Rescue: Open Enrollment Now's the time to get involved with the Cadet and CERT programs.

5 ....Website: Freshened. Updated. Better. Read this... then check out our updated website.

7 ....Getting to Know Us: Building Department If you build, remodel, buy or sell... you'll need them.

10 .... Improving Property Values Tamarac takes on depreciating property values.

10 Bus Route Update Tamarac's Yellow Bus Route receives some updates.

10 And Last Homeowner's Associations, we need your updated contact information,

and those Water Restrictions are still in effect.

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As a cost saving measure and to help alle-viate pressure on a reduced budget for the new fiscal year, the City of Tamarac’s Satel-lite City Hall has been permanently closed as of September 29, 2008. Utility payments can be made at: City Hall, 7525 NW 88 Av-enue. For your convenience drop boxes are available at: City Hall, 7525 NW 88 Avenue; or the Water Treatment Plant, 7803 NW 61 Street. For more information, please call: (954) 597-3590.

On October 28, 2008 Tamarac's new Public Service Complex Addition officially opened. This new facility is the new home of the City's Utilities and Information Technology Depart-ments. In addition to providing much need-ed space to both Departments the building's main attribute is that it was designed to with-stand Category 5 hurricane winds . This fa-cility will be the home of the City's computer systems, providing for greater security and continuation of service during a storm or oth-er catastrophe. Other features of the build-ing, which is located at 10101 State Street (in Tamarac's Commerce Park), include: 13,000 sq. ft. of office space; 7,000 sq. ft. of ware-house and inventory control space; a 5,600 sq. ft. equipment storage shed; and 1,200 sq. ft. material storage shed.

BULK PICK-UP DATES FOR CONDOS: The 2009 schedule for Condominium Bulk Pick-up dates are as follows: February 4, May 6, September 2, and December 2, 2009. Please note that bulk pick-up dates are on Wednes-days for 2009 — this is a change from the 2008 schedule when they were on Satur-day. If you have any questions, or for more information, please contact Public Works at: (954) 597-3700.

ALERT: The Ficus Whitefly is a new pest that is currently damaging Ficus hedges and trees throughout South Florida. This pest is evident on Ficus hedges that have been his-torically pruned to provide buffering or screen-ing from other properties or road rights-of-way. The most common symptom is the yellowing of the foliage and eventual leaf drop and, if the insect populations build to high enough levels, eventual death to the hedge or tree

may occur. For more information please visit http://www.broward.org/extension/ and click on “Ficus Whitefly Handout” under the fea-tures menu, or call: (954) 370-3725.

The City of Tamarac in partnership with the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles will offer the following services at the Tamarac Community Center for a limited time: driver

license renewals and duplicates; ID cards; address changes; duplicate registrations; and more. These services will be offered on the following dates: February 19, March 13, April 23, May 21, and June 18, 2009, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on a first come first served basis. Mark your calendar and avoid the long lines at the DMV. (Sorry, no written exams or

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2008 marked the 28th year of one of Tamarac's most anticipated events — the Tamarac Turkey Trot. Held every Thanksgiving Day for almost three de-cades, the 5k run is very popular with run-ners throughout South Florida. This year we were very excited and fortunate to be able to share the event with our heroes in uniform at a base east of Baghdad in

Iraq. Army Captain Erica Chabalko con-tacted the City with the idea of holding a parallel event at her base in Iraq. Captain Chabalko, of Ft. Lauderdale, ran in the 2004 Tamarac Turkey Trot and her sis-ter Ariel Urbana ran in this year's event. T-Shirts, race numbers, and plaques (for the winners) were sent in a care pack-age to the troops.

Turkey Trot: Iraq

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driving tests will be given.)

Congratulations to Michael Bergdorf, Tamarac resident and the president of the Tamarac Youth Football League, who has been honored as “Volunteer of the Year” by TSS Photography. Coach Mike, as he is known on the field, has volunteered his time to the football league for the past nine years. In addition to his work on the field, Coach Mike can often be found driv-ing players to and from practice, assisting with concessions, as well as taking an active role in his player’s lives on and off the field. The Mayor and Commission saluted Coach Mike’s efforts with a Proclamation at the November 12, 2008 Commission Meeting.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: In our continued ef-fort to provide Customer Service… Second to None, the City of Tamarac’s Customer Service Department will be moving from City Hall to the Tamarac Community Center. This move will allow us to consolidate our customer ser-vice in a central and convenient “one-stop” location. Among the services available in the new location will be: pay utility bills; open or close water utility accounts; register for Parks and Recreation activities and programs; re-ceive assistance from Social Services; and much more. Keep an eye out for more infor-mation about this move.

The Tamarac Chamber of Commerce has relocated to City Hall Room 103 (7525 NW 88 Avenue). The Chamber serves as the voice

of the business community and is a valuable resources for residents.

CORRECTION: The last issue of the Tam-A-Gram incorrectly labeled 1776 as the year the

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CONGRATULATIONS: #1: Michael Bergdorf, receives a Proclamation from (l to r): Commis-sioner Harry Dressler, Commissioner Pamela Bushnell, Mayor Beth Flansbaum-Talabisco, Commissioner Patricia Atkins-Grad, Commis-sioner Diane Glasser. #2 - #3 : The new Pub-lic Service Complex Addition.

Would you like to know how your City government works? Would you like to know more about how the City’s budget is developed, the relationship between the City Manager and City Commission, or the responsibilities of departments such as Community Development and Public Works? Tamarac University was created to answer all of these questions and many more. Tamarac University held its inaugural class in 2007 and was an overwhelming success. Tamarac University functions as a citizens’ academy where residents and business owners can improve not only their understanding of local government, but also their role in local government.

Upon completion of the multi-week pro-gram, graduates become ambassadors of the City within their neighborhoods, clubhouses, and circle of friends. 2009 will mark the third year of Tamarac University. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings in the Spring (April – June) from 6:00 – 8:30 pm. There is no fee to participate; however, since space is limited to 25 participants, attendance at all sessions is expected. Applications will be available after the first of the year on the City's website (www.tamarac.org) and at various City facilities. Be sure to fill your's out and hopefully we’ll see you this Spring. So, will you be there?

Will you be there?

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Constitution was ratified. In 1776 the Declara-tion of Independence was written, the Consti-tution was adopted in 1787 and later ratified in 1788. Thank you to Jack Smith and David Levin who both wrote in with the correction.


FIRE RESCUE CORNER

Fire Rescue: Open EnrollmentFire Rescue Cadet Program:This Cadet program was developed to in-troduce children ages 13 thru 17 to Fire and EMS Services. Interested parents and children should contact the Program Manager, for a brief discussion of the Program highlights and to schedule a personal appointment. During your appointment you will have an opportunity to discuss the Program and the rules and regulations in greater detail. You will also learn more about the medical and physical requirements. Interested par-ents and children will be given an applica-tion that must be returned within one week. A calendar of future meetings and sched-uled events will be created and a peer meeting will be arranged to give you an opportunity to meet Cadets who are currently in the program and those who have graduated. This will give you a better feel for the Program and what you are about to embark upon. Once a week, Cadets are expected to participate in a group workout for the first 30-45 minutes. This helps promote team build-ing skills and fitness before continuing to the educational aspect and hands-on portion of the Program. Cadets are also involved in City events, giving them the opportunity to be part of the Tamarac Team. Examples of events in-clude our Holiday Lighting ceremony, Turkey Trot, Taste of Tamarac and Veterans Day Pa-rade, to name a few. Cadet training continues through age 17. Many Cadets graduate from the Program and go on to become Fire Fighters, EMT’s and Paramedics. In 2006, one of our own Cadets, Rosa-rio Licitra, was named “Cadet of the Year” by the Florida Fire Chiefs’ Association. This was an honor of a lifetime and one that we are ex-tremely proud of at Tamarac Fire Rescue.

Tamarac Fire Rescue CERT Program:(Community Emergency Response Team) The CERT Program was developed by the LA Fire Department to provide important survival techniques to residents so that they could assist, respond and react appropriately following an earthquake or other major event. What we have learned is that the more peo-ple who have CERT training, the more peo-ple we have to help and provide direction in those communities that we might not be able to immediately provide services after a signif-icant event. CERT members are among the first line of defense following a disaster. The plan is the more people that have this train-ing the less injuries we may have from peo-ple attempting to help others. Tamarac CERT members worked tire-lessly following Hurricane Katrina and Hurri-cane Wilma, delivering food and water, calling residents, and going door-to-door to help in any way possible, reaching many more peo-ple than was actually reported. Tamarac CERT training can be provid-ed by any one of three schedules; 8 class-es, 3 hours each; once a week for 8 weeks; or spread out over two weekends (Friday nights 6PM to 9PM and all day Saturday, 9AM to 5PM). Participants will be provided with certifications and equipment following the successful completion of the Program. Completion is defined as attending all re-quired classes. There are no restrictions for this Program, and the class format consists of 60% classroom and 40% hands-on train-ing, mostly self-paced. Topics include: Fire Suppression (fire extinguisher use), the Psychology of Disas-ter and its Affect on Responders and Victims, First Aid, TRIAGE Techniques, Search and Rescue, Disaster Management and a large-scale, scenario-based closing exercise.

To learn more about our programs visit www.tamarac.org/city-departments/fire-rescue.aspx or call our Program Manager, Van Schoen, at (954) 597-3805 to inquire about how you can get involved in the program of your choice.

Perhaps, like Thom above, you read it while relaxing in the comfort of your home. Or maybe between rounds of golf? Do you take it with you on va-cation to exotic locations? We want to know... and better still we would love for you to send us a pic-ture of you reading the Tam-A-Gram. If you do, we may publish your pho-to in an upcoming issue of the maga-zine — and if we choose your photo, we will send you a free t-shirt with the new City logo on the front! Send your photos to: Tam-A-Gram Photos, 7525 N.W. 88th Avenue, Tamarac, Florida 33321; or via email: [email protected]. (Please note: Pho-tos must be high-resolution to be eligi-ble for printing.) Include your full name, address, telephone number and a brief description of the photo as well as your shirt size preference (L or XL).

Where do you read theF R E E T - S H I R T !

Thom relaxes in his livingroom and reads the new Tam-A-Gram. For send-ing in his photo, Thom will receive a free City logo t-shirt. Thank you to everyone who sent in their photos... keep them coming, you could be featured in the next is-sue of the Tam-A-Gram!

THOM SACCO

Dear friends, It's incredible and humbling to think of what sup-port the communities of District 1 gave me during this recent election process. I am so proud of all of you and hope to continue my record of serving by listening to you and representing your needs and the needs of the other residents of our wonderful City. The idea of running for this race came from you, and the tremendous insight given through the Tamarac University experience really made me want to be involved even more. My deepest thanks to everyone who stood by my side and gave me the encouragement and strength I needed. I cannot promise miracles, but you know I am always only a phone call away.

Sincerely,

Pamela Bushnell Commissioner District 1

NOVEMBER 4TH, 2008 saw the election of two new City Commissioners in Tamarac. Former Vice Mayor Marc L. Sultanof and Commissioner Edward C. Portner were termed-out and there-fore ineligible to run for re-election. The City's new Commissioners are Pamela Bushnell, District 1, and Diane Glasser, District 3. This is Com-missioner Glasser's second time serving Tamarac (she previously served as Commissioner of District 3 from March 1991 - March 1992) and Com-missioner Bushnell is the first elected official to be a Tamarac University Alumni (she was a part of the 2008 class). Congratulations to our new Commissioners and welcome.

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MEET YOUR NEW TAMARAC CITY COMMISSION: With the elections of Diane Glasser and Pamela Bushnell as Tamarac's new Commissioners, the City Commission has seen a transformation. Pictured left to right at the November 10, 2008 swearing in cere-mony reception are: Commissioner Pamela Bushnell; Commission-er Harry Dressler; Mayor Beth Flansbaum-Talabisco; Vice-Mayor Patricia Atkins-Grad; and Commissioner Diane Glasser.

Dear fellow residents, I am looking forward to serve the City as Commis-sioner once again. My heartfelt thanks for giving me this opportunity. I have lived in Tamarac, and District 3, for 35 years and served this City in 1991. I see the many changes that have taken place — we have gone from a retiree bedroom community that did not go west of 441 to a City that al-most touches the Everglades and is full of not only retir-ees, but young working families as well. Although I was elected by my District, I am aware that every vote that's taken on the dais effects everyone that lives and works in Tamarac. That will be my consid-eration. Thank you again, and I look forward to serving you.

Sincerely,

Diane Glasser Commissioner District 3

PAMELA BUSHNELL

Commissioner District 1

DIANE GLASSERCommissioner District 3

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IF YOU’VE VISITED THE CITY’S WEBSITE LATELY, THEN YOU’VE NOTICED MUCH HAS CHANGED. THE WEBSITE HAD TO BE UP-DATED AFTER THE INTRODUCTION OF A NEW CITY LOGO; HOW-EVER, THE CHANGES TO THE WEBSITE OVER THE PAST YEAR HAVE BEEN MUCH MORE EXTENSIVE THEN JUST A GRAPHIC MAKEOVER.

E-government refers to the delivery of gov-ernment information and services through the internet. The City of Tamarac supports E-government; it not only reduces costs, it also makes government available to citi-zens 24 hours a day. Tamarac offers the ba-sic amenities on its website such as: phone numbers, department directories, and fa-cility locations. However, when you vis-it www.tamarac.org, you will find much more than the average municipal website. For example...

DO IT FROM HOMEAll of these webpages can be found un-der ONLINE SERVICES on the homepage:

Pay Your Water Bill: Residents and busi-nesses in the City of Tamarac have the op-tion of paying their utility bill online with a credit card. In addition, users can also view basic account information such as payment and consumption history.

Register for Parks and Recreation Activ-ities: Don’t have time to stop by the Com-munity Center and sign-up for one of the many activities available to residents of Tamarac? Well now you can browse, sign-up, and pay for most Parks & Recreation Activities online.

City Commission Legislation: Planning on attending an upcoming Commission Workshop and/or Meeting and want to see

the agenda? Do you want to see the agen-das, resolutions, ordinances, and minutes from previous City Commission Meetings? All this information, and more, is available at your fingertips, simply log on.

Business Revenue Receipt Renewal: Available now, businesses can renew their Business Revenue Receipt (formerly Oc-cupational License) online with a credit card. Businesses must still come to City Hall in order to get their first Business Revenue Receipt.

GIS: The Geographic Information System, or GIS, is the mapping software used by the City to keep track of the vast aboveg-round and underground maps in Tamarac. Users can get access to scaled down ver-sions of the software and explore things such as zoning, flood, and land use maps.

PUBLICATIONSAll of these webpages can be found under Publications on the homepage:

Tam-A-Gram and Discovery: Is there an article in the Tam-A-Gram that you want to share but don’t want to part with your copy? Want to read a previous issue of the redesigned Tam-A-Gram? Now any-one who visits www.tamarac.org can print, read, and share current and previous is-sues of the Tam-A-Gram and Discovery. In addition to these publications, you can

also access other items such as the Tamarac FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) book-let and the Water Quality Report.

BRAND NEW FEATURESThese features can be found on the homep-age of the website:

RSS Feeds and E-Mail Lists: With so much happening in Tamarac, it seems like every-day there is a new event being announced or a news story important to Tamarac’s residents. If you want to stay up to date on all that is happening in Tamarac, then you sign-up for one of the numerous RSS feeds or e-mail lists available to you. These services allow users to get automatic up-dates when there is new information in ar-eas such as events, news, or employment opportunities. Sign-up today and be one of the first to know when something hap-pens in Tamarac.

City Event Slideshows: The last time you were at a Tamarac event, did you see some-one walking around taking photos? Ever wondered what happened to those pho-tos? Well wonder no more, the City has begun creating slideshows with photos from many of Tamarac’s events. Visit the "What’s New" section on our homepage and you just might see a link to a slide-show for an event you attended. This article has highlighted just a few of the many features available at www.tamarac.org. The City of Tamarac is committed to technology because of the benefits it of-fers our employees and community. Vis-it us online today, and often… you never know what new and exciting features you might find.

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Freshened. Updated. Better.


amarac is the recipient of funding in the form of grants and appropriations from a variety of agencies at the federal, state and local level. The City has

made it a practice only to seek funding for those projects that are included in the City’s long range plan. Pursuit of grants and appropriations by the City is essen-tial because the receipt of these funds allows Tamarac to free up money that can be used elsewhere. It is important to know grants and appropriations do not have to be repaid. However, funds received are designated for a specific purpose and cannot be put to any other use. Listed below are just a few examples of funding awarded for current and upcoming projects.

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CURRENT PROJECTS:Covered Walkway (Tamarac Recreation Center and Tamarac's Branch Library)• 2008 Broward County: $248,863• 2006 Federal Appropriation through DOT: $297,600 Total Funding Received: $546,463Water’s Edge Park• 2008 Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) grant: $135,611

(For: playground, picnic shelters, parking, security lighting, and landscaping)• 2008 Broward County Parks for People grant $75,000 (For: park development)• 2004 Broward County Land Preservation Bond Program: $1,555,000 (For: land) Total Funding Received: $1,918,004Tamarac Sports Complex• 2006 Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) grant: $200,000

(For: ballfield, playground, restrooms, multi-purpose path, nature area and kiosk)• 2006 Broward County Challenge grant: $300,000 (For: park development)• 2005 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant: $200,000 (For: ballfield, roll-

er-hockey rink, fishing pier, picnic shelter, and multi-purpose path)• 2004 Florida Conservation Trust (FCT) grant: $1,597,120 (For: land acquisition)• 2003 Broward County Land Preservation Bond Program: $2,000,000 (For: land)• 2003 Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) grant: $200,000.

(For: soccer field, roller-hockey rink, restroom, and picnic shelters)• 2002 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant: $150,000 (For: land) Total Funding Received: $4,647,120

FUTURE PROJECTS:Tamarac Bikeway/Walkway• 2007/2008 Broward MPO Transportation Enhancement grant: $1,250,000

Pedestrian Overpass at Pine Island Road• 2008 Federal Appropriation: $610,000

Tamarac Aquatic Center Annex • 2009 FRDAP (pending): $200,000. (For: skate facility, fishing pier, picnic shel-

ters, restrooms, parking, landscaping, security cameras and lighting)• 2004 Broward County Land Preservation Bond Program: $782,000. (For: land)

Stormwater Culvert Project• 2008 State of Florida Appropriation; $300,000 (For: improvement and replace-

ment of culverts)

W E L C O M E Claudio Grande, the City of Tamarac's new Chief Building Official. Claudio is back with the City of Tamarac after briefly working for Mi-ami Shores. He orig-inally started with the City in 1998 as a Struc-tural Inspector, a posi-tion he held until 2005 when he left to accept the job of Building Of-ficial for Miami Shores. Prior to his initial tenure with Tamarac, Claudio worked for the City of Coral Springs and has been a licensed inspec-tor since 1994. Every-one at the City is excited to welcome him back and wish him the best of luck and success in his new position.

CLAUDIO GRANDE

C O N T I N U I N G S E R I E S : G E T T O K N O W Y O U R C I T Y

The mission of the Building Department is to help maintain the superior quality of life in the City of Tamarac. With a cus-tomer base composed of citizens, business owners, architects, engineers, developers, contractors, and City employees; the suc-cess of the Building Department’s mis-sion hinges on the partnerships they form with their customers. Through these part-nerships and enforcement of the Flori-da Building Code and City Ordinances, property values are protected and en-hanced while maintaining community standards and preserving the quality of life in Tamarac.

The building permit process begins with the sub-mittal of construction documents, which are reviewed for compliance by structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical Inspectors. It is important to know that the majority of Inspectors employed by the City have worked in the private sector, providing them with a broader perspective while on the job. Upon receiving approval from the appropriate Inspectors, projects are issued a building permit. Receipt of the building per-mit allows for construction to begin. The two most frequently asked questions of the Building Department are “What do I have to get a

permit for?” and “Why do I have to get a permit?” Permits are required when constructing, altering, or repairing any structure or building. Common exam-ples are fences, shutters, water heaters, and doors; if you are unsure about wheth-er or not you may need a permit, call the Building Department at (954) 597-3535. The most compelling reason to get a building permit is that it protects you because it allows a Licensed Profession-al Inspector to ensure that the work per-formed on your home or business has been done correctly and meets the most cur-rent standards. Of course the other com-pelling reason is that permits are required by law. One important tip is to never give payment in its entirety until the job has received a final inspection, to verify con-tact the Building Department. In addition to issuing permits, the Building Department also conducts field inspections to monitor compliance. To learn more about the Building De-partment and the services they provide to our community, visit the webpage at www.tamarc.org.


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02|07 African American Mosaic (ArtServe exhibition)

01|29 Florida votersapprove property tax reform

Constitution Amendment which added an additional $25,000

Homestead Exemption

10|04 Broward CountyPublic Library System's

Tamarac Branch5th Anniversary

10|18 Spook-A-Lot for Tots

10|22 Farewell Friends:Vice-Mayor Marc L. Sultanof and Commission Edward C. Portner

farewell reception

10|02 Tamarac named aStart-Fit! Friendly Company bythe American Heart Association

02|12 New RecreationCenter ground-breaking

07|08 Tephford Park opens

07|05 All American Celebration (rain date)

08|05 Broward Sheriff's Office National Night Out

07|04 All American Celebration

08|28 Tamarac's Parksand Recreation Department

wins the 2008 Florida Recreation and Parks

Association Agency Excellence Award —

Category IV

09|27 Gary B JonesPark for People and Pups

grand opening

LOOKING BACK,

2008 was a great year for the City of

Tamarac. Despite the obvious set-

backs — namely legislative tax re-

form coupled with international

financial turmoil — Tamarac has

continued to flourish with new and

refurbished facilities and parks that

provide our residents with a unique

quality of life. The timeline to the

right highlights some of the events

and milestones that shaped our City

over the past year... as you can see;

Tamarac is The City for Your Life, and

as the tide rolls in 2009 we look for-

ward to another great year.

TAMARAC'S YEAR IN REVIEW: WE LOOK BACK AT 2008

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11|24 Howl-O-Ween Bark-in-the-Park

11|04 Election Day 11|27 28th AnnualThanksgiving Day

Turkey Trot

10|18 Spook-A-Lot for Tots11|10 New Commission Sworn In

12|03 Light Up Tamarac!Holiday Lighting event

10|25 Taste of Tamarac

10|25 Halloween Hoopla

10|28 New Public ServiceComplex Addition opens

11|13 Tamarac University"Graduate Course" and Alumni Ambassador Program Orientation

11|11 Veterans DayParade and Ceremony

03|11 New Dog Parkground-breaking

03|12 State of the City Address04|17 New City

Logo debuts

05|16 ArtServeEncore Award

06|25 Florida Green Building Coalition (FGCB) Green Local Government Silver Certification

05|26 Memorial Day Ceremony

04|29 Tamarac's Water Treatment Plant wins the prestigious Broward County Environmental Protection Departments Emerald Trophy

04|22 Tamarac celebrates Earth Day with students from Tamarac Elementary

RECENT EVENTS: The last several months have been eventful in the City of Tamarac, from the grand opening of the Gary B Jones Park for People and Pups (September 27), to the 5th Anniversary of Tamarac's Branch Library (October 4). Also in October, our first annu-al Howl-O-Ween Bark-in-the-Park (October 24) event held at the Dog Park, the Chamber of Commerce held their annual Taste of Tamarac (October 25), and of course the City held its usual Halloween Hoopla event (October 25). And in November we celebrated Veterans Day (November 11).

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tools available to us to improve the value of our community. Likewise, property owners are also looking to find ways to maximize their property investments. Because of this, and the rash of foreclosures that have landed in our backyard, the Community Develop-ment Department worked with the Mayor and Commission to change the City Code of Ordinances relating to those issues that most directly affect property values. Some of these codes are new while some are amendments to existing codes that needed to be strengthened to adequately address the current issues. The Codes affected are: the Landscap-ing Code; the Neighborhood Beautification Code; the Abandoned Property Code; the Uniform Citation code; and the Portable Storage Units code. Each one of these code sections deal with areas that, if properly ad-

dressed, will eventually increase property values and maintain the community stan-dards that we have come to expect. The fol-lowing are brief descriptions of the changes and additions: The Landscaping Code aims to take some of the old standards from the original code of ordinances and bring them “up to date” with current accepted practices and standards. It emphasizes using the right tree in the right place thought process and promotes using drought resistant landscaping as well. The goal of the Neighborhood Beautifi-cation code is to create a general section of the code that deals with the aesthetic charac-ter of our neighborhoods. It includes some issues that were not dealt with in past such as screening garbage cans and A/C units, and hedge height restrictions. The Abandoned Property code gives the city a way to deal with vacant and aban-doned property that requires the banks

that own them to register with the City. This provides a contact person to be held accountable for non-compliant foreclosed/abandoned properties. The Uniform Citation and the Porta-ble Storage Units codes are both newly cre-ated codes to deal with unique issues that have arisen lately. Each of these code changes were done

with one basic premise in mind: to in-crease property values and to promote an upgrade in the aesthetic character of our communities. This is just the beginning of this effort — additional initiatives are planned that will do even more to address these issues. Visit www.tamarac.org/city-departments/com-development--code.aspx for more in-formation and to view the detailed Power Point presentation of the updated Code.

DMission: Improve Property Values

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The above Yellow Bus Route information/changes are in effect as of December 1, 2008. Please Note: the fee to ride the bus is .50 cent per ride. For more information contact Tamarac Parks and Recreation at (954) 597-3620.

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flip the magazine overand DISCOVER ourDiscovery section.

Discovery includes the information you need to

know about the activities, programs and services

offered by TamaracParks and Recreation.

TAMARAC THEATEROF PERFORMING ARTS

New show..."Lucid Moments"

January 17 - February 8, 2009SHOW TIMES:

Saturday at 2:00 and 8:00 pmand Sundays at 2:00 pmTICKETS: $20 per show

New show..."Ruthless"

March 14 - April 5, 2009SHOW TIMES:

Saturday at 2:00 and 8:00 pmand Sundays at 2:00 pmTICKETS: $20 per show

New information? We want to know.

Year round water restrictions.

THERE is always a lot going on in the City of Tamarac and we

want you to be as informed as possible. In addi-tion to the Tam-A-Gram and information on our website, www.tamarac.org, we often send infor-mation directly to homeowner’s associations and other organizations. We need your help to keep our list of con-tacts for groups up-to-date and accurate. Here is how you can help. When your association or organization has a change in board members, or other contact information, contact the City Clerk’s office (the official recordkeeper for the City) at (954) 597-3505 or email [email protected]. We will update our records and make sure your group receives our mailings or phone calls with pertinent information. In addition to the Clerk’s office, the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) Tamarac District also needs your information. BSO has served as Tam-arac’s police force for almost 20 years and has enjoyed tremendous support throughout the com-

DESPITE the recent rain, [as of this printing] water re-

strictions have not been lifted. The following re-strictions apply to all sources of water – potable, private well, or canal. • Residents and businesses with odd-num-

bered street addresses may water lawns and landscapes on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 12:00 to 10:00 am and/or from 4:00 to 11:59 pm.

• Residents and businesses with even-num-

munity… support that depends on open lines of communication. BSO command staff and dep-uties routinely attend homeowner association meetings in Tamarac and it is this interaction that is vital to their success. This constant interaction allows for: the free exchange of information; up-dates on local and regional crime trends; as well as information on upcoming events and the abili-ty to answer questions directly to residents about crime and rumors that may be going around their neighborhood. If you would like to have a member of the BSO Tamarac District staff attend your commu-nity meeting please feel free to contact Deputy Carl Fitzgerald at (954) 720-2239 or through email at [email protected]. Although the Clerk’s office will share hom-eowner’s association and other organization’s contact information with BSO, it is a good idea to contact them directly to introduce yourself, share new information, and to request that they attend your meetings.

bered street addresses, no street address or irrigate both even and odd address with-in the same zones, including multi-family units and homeowners associations, may water lawns and landscapes on Thursdays and Sun-days from 12:00 to 10 am and/or from 4:00 to 11:59 pm.

Restrictions for new landscaping and other helpful tips can be found on the City’s website or by calling the City’s Water Conservation Special-ist, Bill Franqui, at (954) 597-3792.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: (954) 726-7898 / www.ttopa.org

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Discover the Benefits of Tamarac Parks and Recreation

January / February / March 2009

Tamarac @ Twilight Concert SeriesThe City of Tamarac Parks and Recreation Department's 2009 Tamarac at Twilight Concert Series begins January 9, 2009. The concerts will be held at the Tamarac Sports Complex, so grab your lawn chairs and enjoy music and dancing under the stars. The concerts are free and light refreshments will be served. In addition, there will be a bounce house for the kids.Where: Tamarac Sports ComplexWhen: Friday, January 9, 2009, 7:00 pm (Featuring: Rock / Band: Rise) Friday, February 13, 2009, 7:00 pm (Featuring: Top 40 / Band: Now and Then) Friday, March 13, 2009, 7:00 pm (Featuring: Country Music / Band: Shadow Creek)Fee: Free

Family Valentine's Day SplashOur third annual event offers parents and children a night of music, swimming, grilling, games and family fun. Pre-registra-tion is required.Where: Caporella Aquatic CenterWhen: Saturday, February 7, 2009, ?Fee: $10.00 per family of four or less, $4.00 each additional family member

Florida Panthers vs. New York RangersEnjoy the Florida Panthers as they battle it out against the New York Rangers. Bus leaves 6:30 pm and returns at 10:00 pm. Game time is 7:30 pm.Where: Bank Atlantic CenterWhen: Friday, February 13, 2009Fee: Residents: $35.00/child; $45.00/adult, Non-residents: $45.00/child; $55.00/adult

Artist of the Month ExhibitVisit the Tamarac Community Center to view:Jan: TBDFeb: TBDMar: Gilda Folger “Love and Nature” (Oil and Acrylic)

Show Your Talent!Calling all local artists! Show off your creativity and share your love of art with the residents of Tamarac. If you are interested in displaying your artwork, applications are available at the Tamarac Community Center or call (954) 597-3635.

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FACILITY LOCATIONSCaporella Aquatic Complex

9300 NW 58 Street

Tamarac Community Center8601 W Commercial Boulevard

Tamarac Multi-Purpose Center7531 N Universiry Drive

Tamarac Park7501 N University Drive

Tamarac Sports Complex9901 NW 77 Street

For more information on any of the programs or activities listed in the Discovery section of the Tam-A-Gram, please contact Tamarac Parks and Recreation at: (954) 597-3620. Times and locations may be subject to change without notice.

A D U LT T R I P SRegister for all trips at the Tamarac Community Center locat-ed at 8601 W Commercial Boulevard from 8:00 am - 8:00 pm. All bus trips will leave from this location. For information, call (954) 597-3620. Trips are subject to cancellation. No refunds one month prior to trip date (no exceptions).

Broward Center: “Mamma Mia”“Mamma Mia” is the ultimate feel-good show that has audienc-es coming back again and again to relive the thrill. Now it’s your turn to have the time of your life at this smash-hit musical that combines ABBA’s greatest hits, including “Dancing Queen,” “S.O.S.,” “Super Trouper,” and more, with an enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship. Bus leaves 6:45 pm and re-turns at 11:00 pm.When: Wednesday, January 28, 2009Fee: Residents: $48.00, Non-residents: $58.00

Norton Museum of Art: Georgia O’Keefe and Ansel Adams Exhibit: “Natural Affinities” and lunch at Cafe 1451The Norton Museum is a great place to experience the wonders of Art. We’ll begin with a group tour featuring the paintings and photographs examining the focus of two great American Artists. While working in separate mediums, both drew inspiration from the beauty of the country’s vast, natural landscapes and recon-figured them with color, shape and shadow. After touring the ex-hibit enjoy a box lunch at the Norton Museum’s Café 1451. Bus leaves at 9:30 am and returns at 4:00 pm. When: Thursday, January 29, 2009Fee: Residents: $40.00, Non-residents: $50.00

Parker Play House: “Bronx Tale”Chazz Palminteri brings 18 characters to vivid life in this grip-ping tale of a rough childhood on the Bronx Streets. A Bronx Tale was first mounted Off-Broadway in 1989 and helped estab-lished Palminteri as a writer and actor with a distinct voice. After starring in a feature film adaption with Robert DeNiro, Palmin-teri brings his original one man play from Broadway to Ft. Lau-derdale’s beautiful Parker Playhouse. Bus leaves at 6:45 pm and returns at 11:00 pm. When: Wednesday, February 11, 2009Fee: Residents: $62.00, Non-residents: $72.00

Coral Springs Center: “Debbie Reynolds Live”Debbie Reynolds, one of Hollywood’s most charming and en-dearing entertainers, will take center stage for a rare South Flor-ida concert to celebrate her life, music and greatest triumphs on and off the stage and screen. In this magical performance, Debbie weaves storytelling, songs, movie clips, bloopers, and impressions into a delightful montage of her long career. Bus leaves 7:00 pm and returns at 11:00 pm. When: Saturday, February 21, 2009Fee: Residents: $60.00, Non-residents: $70.00

Hard Rock CasinoJoin us for a fun night at the Hollywood Hard Rock with $10.00 in “Free Play” and a $5.00 food voucher to use at the Hard Rock Café, Blue Plate, Beach Club, Food Court, or the Renegade. Try your luck in the casino, stroll through the shops, or dance to the music playing in the Atrium. Bus leaves at 3:45 pm and returns at 10:00 pm. When: Thursday, March 12, 2009Fee: Residents: $15.00, Non-residents: $25.00

The Original Florida Follies: “That’s Entertainment”Featuring the Forever Young Follies Dancers, talented singers, and more. The Follies are a not-for-profit Charitable Organiza-tion dedicated to Children At-Risk and In-Need. Performance will be held at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts. Bus leaves at 12:45 pm and will return at approximately 4:00 pm. When: Sunday, March 15, 2009Fee: Residents: $39.00, Non-residents: $49.00

S E N I O R P R O G R A M SBe part of the fun and become a member of the award winning Tamarac Community Center Senior Program! Enjoy a variety of classes that pertain to arts and crafts, fitness, computers, card playing and much more. Join today! Fee: Residents: $18.75/ Non-residents: $26.25 (Expires September 30, 2009). Be sure to stop by the Tamarac Community Center to pick up a com-plete calendar of monthly events.

All classes held at Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Com-mercial Boulevard. (954) 597-3620.

CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

Arts & CraftsWhen: Thursday at 1:00 pm

Battle of the Sexes TriviaWhen: Friday at 2:00 pm

BingoWhen: Monday at 12:30 pm


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Brain GameWhen: Tuesday at 12:00 pm

Chicken Soup for the Senior Soul™When: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 10:00 am

Computer ClubWhen: 1st Friday of each month at 9:30 am

Cranium Quiz GameWhen: Thursday at 10:30 am

Creative Writing Group When: Tuesday at 10:00 am

Daily Card PlayingWhen: Monday through Friday at 12:30 pm

Duplicate BridgeWhen: Wednesday and Friday at 1:00 pmFee: Residents: $3.00, Non-residents: $4.00

Happy Hookers Knitting ClubWhen: Monday at 2:00 pm

Mah Jong LessonsWhen: Thursday at 10:00 am

Meet and Greet DanceWhen: Thursday at 1:00 pm

Movie MatineeWhen: Monday and Wednesday at 1:00 pm (free popcorn)

Morning Movers Outdoor Walking Club(Free ride to Tephford Park)When: Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 am

Painting ClassWhen: Tuesday 1:00 pm

Scrabble Club When: Monday at 10:00 am

Walking ClubWhen: Thursday at 9:00 am

Wii™ (Open to all residents)When: Tuesday at 1:00 pm

HEALTH & FITNESS

Arthritis Water Fitness ClassWhen: Wednesday at 12:30 pm

BadmintonWhen: Tuesday at 11:30 am

Co-ed Basketball When: Friday at 11:30 am

JazzerciseWhen: Monday at 9:00 am / Tuesday, Thursday, Friday at 10:00 am

Line Dancing When: Wednesday at 12:00 pm

MeditationWhen: Monday at 12:30 pm

Secure & Fit Exercise ClassWhen: Tuesday at 1:00 pm / Thursday at 10:00 am

Senior Zumba When: Monday at 11:15 am

Stretch & ToneWhen: Wednesday and Friday at 11:00 am

Tai ChiWhen: Monday at 1:00 pm

VolleyballWhen: Monday at 11:45 am / Wednesday at 10:30 am / Thursday at 11:30 am

YogaWhen: Monday at 10:30 am

Chair YogaWhen: Tuesday and Thursday at 11:30 am

YogalitesWhen: Wednesday and Friday at 12:15 pm

A D U LT A C T I V I T I E SAll classes held at Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Com-mercial Boulevard. (954) 597-3620.

DANCE CLASSES

Adult Salsa and Ballroom DanceInterested in dance? This beginner class is just the thing.When: Thursday, 7:00 – 8:00 pm (4 week sessions)Fee: Residents: $35, Non-residents: $45 (Walk-in fee: Residents: $10, Non-residents: $15)

Line Dancing (Intermediate)Stella Cabeca “Dance Guru” will teach students of all ages pop, cha-cha, waltz, and more...When: Tuesday, 7:15 – 8:45 pm Fee: Residents: $5, Non-residents: $6

Line Dancing (Beginner/Intermediate)Stella Cabeca “Dance Guru” will teach students of all ages pop, cha-cha, waltz, and more...When: Thursday, 6:00 – 8:00 pm (Beginner) / 8:00 – 9:30 pm (Intermediate)Fee: Residents: $7, Non-residents: $8

Middle Eastern DanceCombines costuming and movement from the middle east.When: Tuesday, 7:00 – 8:30 pmFee: Residents: $45, Non-residents: $55

QigongA Chinese energy exercise applies gentle movements and med-itative practices.When: Tuesday, 4:30 – 5:30 pmFee: Residents: $30, Non-residents: $40 (per month)


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Tai ChiA series of gentle movements and simple postures designed to improve coordination, relieve stress, promote overall well being, and strengthen the immune system.When: Tuesday, 5:30 – 6:30 pmFee: Residents: $30, Non-residents: $40 (per month)

SPECIALTY CLASSES

Clay WorkshopLearn to create, mold, and shape you own pieces of art. Price includes some clay and use of kiln.When: Monday and Wednesday, 5:30 – 8:30 pm (8-week sessions)Fee: Residents: $55, Non-residents: $65

COMPUTER CLASSES

Learn the basics of navigating the internet and computer ap-plications.

Beginner InternetWhen: Tuesday and Thursday, 7:00 – 8:30 pm (four classes)Fee: Residents: $35, Non-residents: $45

Windows ComputerWhen: Tuesday and Thursday, 7:00 – 8:30 pm (four classes)Fee: Residents: $35, Non-residents: $45

Note: The Beginner Internet and Windows Computer classes alternate monthly. Call for schedule.

Y O U T H A C T I V I T I E SDANCE CLASSES

BabyDanceA new and innovative creative movement program that encour-ages physical activity in toddlers & preschoolers. Ages: 16 months - 4 years oldWhere: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Wednesdays, 10:00 – 10:45 amFee: Residents: $48, Non-residents: $58 (per month)

Ballet, Tap, & Jazz Beginner and AdvancedAges: 3 - 5 years old Where: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Saturday, 10:00 - 10:45 amFee: Residents: $40, Non-residents: $50 (4-week sessions)

CheerleadingAges: 5 -10 years oldWhere: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Saturday, 12:00 - 12:45 am Fee: Residents: $40, Non-residents: $50 (4-week sessions)

GymnasticsAges: 6 – 9 years oldWhere: Tamarac Multi-Purpose CenterWhen: Monday, 6:00 – 6:50 pmFee: Residents: $40, Non-residents: $50 (4-week sessions)

Hip Hop DanceAges: 6 -11 years old

Where: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Saturday, 11:00 - 11:45 pm Fee: Residents: $40, Non-residents: $50 (4-week sessions)

Stepping into Hip HopAges: 13 – 17 (girls)Where: Tamarac Multi-Purpose CenterWhen: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 6:15 – 8:15 pmFee: Free

Youth Salsa and Ballroom DanceAges: 7 – 12Where: Tamarac Multi-Purpose CenterWhen: Wednesday, 4:30 – 5:30 pmFee: Residents: $40, Non-residents $50 (4-week sessions) (Walk-in Fee: Residents: $10, Non-Residents: $15)

SPORTS & FITNESS

Basketball Training ClinicLearn basketball fundamentals. Ages: 7-17 years oldWhere: Tamarac Multi-Purpose Center GymnasiumWhen: Saturdays (4-week sessions), 12:00 – 2:00 pm Fee: Residents: $125, Non-residents: $135

Youth Tennis LessonsLearn tennis fundamentals.Ages: 6 – 12 years oldWhere: Tamarac Sports Complex When: Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:30 pm Fee: Residents: $40, Non-residents: $50 (4-weeks sessions)

SPECIALTY CLASSES

Art Around the WorldStudents create art by learning Monet, Picasso and more. Ages: 4 – 11 years oldWhere: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Saturday, 12:00 – 12:45 pmFee: Residents: $35, Non-residents: $45 (4-week sessions)

MindLabsInnovative learning through games. Where: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: TuesdayTime: 5:30 – 6:15 pm (Pre-K and Kindergarten students), 6:15 – 7:15 pm (1st – 4th Grade students)Fee: Residents: $60, Non-residents: $70

Music LessonsTeaches children how to identify notes, read music, and more.Ages: 6 - 11 years oldWhere: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Tuesdays, 4:30 – 5:30 pmFee: Residents: $40, Non-residents: $50 (4-week sessions)

Princess Tea TimeChildren learn proper etiquette and more.Ages: 4 – 11 years old


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Where: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Saturday, 11:20 am – 12:00 pmFee: Residents: $35, Non-residents: $45 (4-week sessions)

Teen Acting WorkshopStudents will be able to tap into their creative side, overcome shyness, and possibly pursue a career. Program includes impro-visation, scene and monologue study, and vocal work.Ages: 13 – 18Where: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Saturday, 12:00 – 2:00 pm (March 7 — April 11)Fee: Residents: $100.00, Non-residents: $110.00

Teen CouncilDesigned to assist teens in developing and maintaining high standards of health, education, and character to grow into re-sponsible, productive adults. Teens will enjoy interactive meet-ings, field trips, volunteer work, and much more.Ages: 12 – 17 years oldWhere: Tamarac Multi-Purpose CenterWhen: Thursday, 6:00 – 7:00 pmFee: Residents: $15, Non-residents: $25/year

Tumble Bear GymnasticsAges: 4 – 6Where: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Saturday, 11:15 am – 12:00 pmFee: Residents: $45.00, Non-residents: $50.00 (4-week sessions) Note: $10.00 discount for children enrolled in Ballet class.

Tutorial ProgramAn after-school tutorial program in reading and math. Ages: 7-14 years old Where: Tamarac Multi-Purpose CenterWhen: Tuesday and Wednesday, 5:00 – 6:00 pmFee: Residents: $69, Non-residents: $79 (4-week sessions)

S O C I A L S E RV I C E SAll services are provided at the Tamarac Community Cen-ter (TCC) unless noted otherwise. Call the Information and Referral line at (954) 597-3642 for more information on social service programs that may be available in Broward County. For transportation issues, to register for our Transportation Program or to inquire about transit, please call (954) 597-3649. Sched-ules for the Red and Yellow Transit Routes are available at www.tamarac.org and at City facilities.

Consumer Affairs 101Learn the Do’s and Don’ts of identity theft and scams. Light re-freshments will be served. Limited seating, so please sign up by calling (954) 597-3642.When: Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 10:00 am

FISH (Families Invested Support Health)FISH is a free support group for families of children whose be-havior challenges family relationships, social development, and

school performance. Sponsored by the Mental Health Associ-ation and funded by the Broward County Human Services De-partment. Call (954) 746-2055 or e-mail [email protected] for more information.When: Wednesday, 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Free Eyeglass Repair ProgramGet free help repairing your eyeglasses; screw and nose pad replacements, minor frame and nose pad adjustments. No ap-pointment necessary.When: Tuesday, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Guiding Good ChoicesGuiding Good Choices is a five session curriculum to educate adults about the challenges and difficulties faced by youths. Sponsored by the Broward County Substance Abuse Commis-sion and facilitated by Tamarac Broward Sheriff’s Office. Please call Dwight at (954) 661-9365 for more information.When: Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 pm

League for the Hard of HearingProvides amplified phones and TDDs free of charge to resi-dents of the State of Florida who are deaf and/or hard of hearing. Please call Social Services at (954) 597-3642 for any questions.When: 3rd Wednesday of each month, 10:00 – 11:00 am

Women’s Individual Empowerment SessionsWomen of all ages will receive eight free individual counseling sessions. Topics include empowerment, self-improvement, rela-tionships, legal issues, domestic violence, and parenting. Ses-sions are facilitated by Lakshmi Subrahmanian, a licensed mental health counselor. Call (954) 655-7040 to register.When: By appointment only.

SERVICES/ GROUPS

All services and groups held at the Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Boulevard / (954) 597-3620.

Alzheimer’s Support GroupWhen: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, 10:30 am

Bereavement Support GroupWhen: Every Monday, 10:00 – 11:30 am

Blood Pressure ScreeningsWhen: 3rd Wednesday of each month, 10:00 – 11:00 am

Consumer Affairs AdvisorDo you have a consumer related problem? If you are a Tamarac Resident with no legal representation, call (954) 597-3626.

Eye ScreeningsPlease call (954) 597-3642 to schedule an appointment.

Hearing ScreeningsWhen: 1st Wednesday of each month, 9:00 - 10:30 am

LUNCH: Meals on WheelsServed at 11:30 am for seniors 60 and older. Suggested dona-tion is $2. Provided by Broward Meals on Wheels. Must reserve a meal no later than noon the day prior by calling Patrick Massa-quoi at (954) 724-2544 between 9:30 am and 12:30 pm.


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TAMARAC ATHLETICSThe following sports leagues are offered in the City of Tamarac. Please contact the sports league at the phone number provided for more information.

Youth Sports Leagues .....................................Phone Number Little League .................................................. (954) 720-0301 (www.tamaraclittleleague.com) T-Ball/Coach Pitch ......................................... (954) 720-0301 Youth Soccer .................................................. (954) 804-5022 (www.tamaracsoccer.com) Youth Basketball ............................................ (954) 722-1166 Girl’s Softball .................................................. (954) 720-7080 (www.tamaracgirlssoftballinc.com) Youth Football/Cheerleading .......................... (954) 721-5131 Flag Football .................................................. (954) 721-5131

Adult Leagues ..................................................Phone Number Men’s Basketball ............................................ (954) 533-5538 Men’s Softball ................................................ (954) 726-2013 Men’s Soccer ................................................. (954) 553-0272 Coed Softball ................................................. (954) 720-7103

MammovanMobile Mammography Screening provided by North Broward Hospital District. Most insurance is accepted. If insurance is un-available, there will be a $58 fee to cover the cost. A referral is recommended. No HMO taken. Call (954) 597-3642 to sched-ule your appointment.

Osteoporosis ScreeningsCall 1-800-257-0944 to schedule an appointment.

Phones: Free 911 Cell Phones for SeniorsFree cell phones that dial 911 for seniors 60 and older who qual-ify. Project S.A.F.E. meets every 2nd Monday of each month at 9:30 am. Call (954) 597-3642 for information, no appointment necessary. Donations of cell phones are accepted.

Senior Coping Skills GroupWhen: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Senior Social Join us for bagels and coffee and an educational lecture spon-sored by the Coral Springs Medical Center. When: Every 3rd Tuesday of each month, 10:00 am

SHINE CounselorServing Health Insurance Needs for the Elderly. Questions re-garding your Medicare/Medicaid Insurance? Call the Area Agen-cy on Aging and Disability resource Center to speak to a SHINE counselor: (954) 745-9779.

Veterans AdvisorWhen: Every Friday, 8:00 – 11:00 am, no appointment necessary

H E A LT H & F I T N E S SBadmintonCome play with the best in Florida. Four courts available for com-petitive singles and doubles games. You must bring your own racquets and shuttle cocks to play.Where: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 5:00 – 9:00 pm; Sunday 12:00 – 4:00 pmFee: Residents: $3/person, Non-residents: $5/person Punch Card: Residents: $27 (10 visits), Non-residents: $46 (10 visits) (Annual memberships available.)

Open GymWhere: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Adults: Sundays, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm; Youth: Monday – Friday, 3:00 – 5:30 pmFee: Resident: $10; Youth Non-resident: $20 (Annually)

Open GymWhere: Tamarac Multi-Purpose CenterWhen: Youth: Wednesdays, 7:00 – 9:00 pmFee: Resident: $10; Youth Non-resident: $20 (Annually)

Road Runners ClassAttention middle distance runners... do you want to improve your 5k racing time? Workouts will be held two days a week and will in-clude advice and tips for the other five days of the week.Where: Tephford ParkWhen: Tuesday, 6:00 pm / Saturday, 8:00 am (January 9, 2009 - March 28, 2009)Fee: Residents: $20/person, Non-residents: $30/person

Tennis: Adult CardioLearn instruction in serve, forehand, backhand and volley, for beginner or intermediate level.Where: Tamarac Sports ComplexWhen: Saturday at 9:00 – 10:00 am (ages 16 & over)Fee: Residents: $40, Non-residents: $50 (4-week sessions)

Tennis: TableWhere: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Saturday, 2:00 – 9:00 pm, and Sunday at 12:00 – 4:00 pmFee: Residents: $1, Non-residents: $2

Youth & Adult TaekwondoCombines self defense, exercise, meditation, and philosophy.Where: Tamarac Multi-Purpose CenterWhen: Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00 – 4:45 pm (ages 3 - 6); 5:00 – 6:00 pm (advanced ages 7 & older); 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm (beginners ages 7 & older)Fee: Residents: $70, Non-residents: $80.00 (4-week sessions)

ZUMBA!Zumba! is a dynamic and exciting class full of Latin and ex-otic music flavors. The routines feature aerobic interval train-ing with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body.Where: Tamarac Community CenterWhen: Wednesday and Friday, 7:00 – 8:00 pmFee: 4-week sessions: Resident: $25, Non-resident: $35; 6-week sessions: Resident: $32, Non-resident: $42; 8-week sessions: Resident: $35, Non-resident: $45

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Where: Tamarac Community Center.Fee: Resident: $5, Non-resident: $6 (per class); or Resident: $45, Non-resident: $54 (10 classes); or Resident: $99.38, Non-resident: $198.75 (annual membership)

Body Sculpting/KickboxingWhen: Thursday, 6:00 – 7:00 pm / Friday, 6:00 – 7:00 pm / Sunday, 10:00 – 11:00 am

Boot CampWhen: Wednesday, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

Hi/Low Impact AerobicsWhen: Tuesday, 6:00 – 7:00 pm

PilatesWhen: Monday, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

Step Aerobics/Kickboxing When: Alternate Mondays, 6:00 – 7:00 pm / Wednesday, 6:00 – 7:00 pm

YogaWhen: Monday, 5:30 – 6:30 pm / Thursday, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm / Saturday, 9:00 – 10:00 am

C A P O R E L L AA Q U AT I C C E N T E R

NOTE: Pool is closed December, January, and February.

Visit the Caporella Aquatic Center located at 9300 NW 58 Street. Enjoy its many amenities including a 25 meter swimming pool with zero depth entry and slide, children’s water playground, 3,000 sq.ft. fitness room, locker rooms, picnic tables, and more.

Early Lap Swimming:Tuesday and Thursday: 7:00 – 10:00 am

Pool Hours:(Beginning March 2009)Weekdays: Pool: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Slide and Sprayground: 2:30 – 6:00 pmWeekends: Pool: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Slide and Sprayground: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Pool Fees:Daily Fees: Resident Non-residentAdult $3.00 $3.50 Senior/Student/Military $2.00 $2.25(All must show ID)Child (12 and under) $1.75 $2.00

(Groups of 15 or more people receive a 10% discount— must book in advance)

Splash Card: (10 Visits) Resident Non-residentAdult $27.00 $31.50Senior/Student/Military $18.00 $20.25(All must show ID)Child (12 and under) $15.75 $18.00

Pro-active Arthritis Water Exercise ClassWork on balance and coordination while increasing range of mo-

tion, joint flexibility, muscle strength, and cardiovascular fitness without causing strain.When: Wednesday, 12:30 – 1:30 pmFee: Senior Program Members: Free, Non-Senior Program Members: $2.00

Swim LessonsSwim Lessons are offered for beginner level swimmers. Swim-mers will learn front float, back float, and general arm and leg motions for swimming freestyle and backstroke. Parent—Tot: Ages 3 - 5; Level 1: Ages 6 - 16; Level 2: Intermediate: Ages 6 - 16; Adult: Level 1: Ages 17 & Over.When: Saturday, 9:00 – 10:00 am / Tuesday and Thursday: 6:00 – 6:45 pmFee: Residents: $40.00, Non-residents: $50.00

Water AerobicsGet a total body workout to improve motor skills, balance, strength, and posture. Moderate to high level of cardio will be achieved.When: Monday and Wednesday, 6:00 – 6:45 pmFee: Residents: $45, Non-residents: $55

For Aquatic Center rental information and fees, please call (954) 597-3660.

TA M A R A C W E L L N E S S C E N T E R

Get in shape by joining the Tamarac Wellness Center located at the Caporella Aquatic Center located at 9300 NW 58 Street. The wellness center offers free weights, machines, treadmills, elliptical cross trainers, recumbent lifecycles, and more. Visit the Tamarac Wellness Center for information on membership fees and packages or call (954) 597-3661.

Individual Membership (Fees are pro-rated and membership ex-pires September 30th) Wellness Center Fees:Annual Fees: Residents Non-residentsJanuary 1, 2009: $119.25 $198.75One time visit: $7.95 $9.01Seniors: $107.33 $178.88

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