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Just a friendly reminder to our neighbors that all beaches in the City of Fort Lauderdale and Broward County are Betty Shelley Dedication closed. This applies to both public and private beaches. at Imperial Point Entrance For more details about the emergency Blustery winds and driving rain didn’t stop city officials, family members, measures currently in place in the City of neighbors and friends from grabbing their umbrellas and turning up Fort Lauderdale, please visit www.fortlauderdale.gov/coronavirus to celebrate our very own Betty Shelley last February 15. With swift and resounding support from City Commissioner Heather Moraitis, and in honor Ways to Stay in Touch of Betty’s 90th birthday last October, the Dedication of Imperial Point’s main The City of Fort Lauderdale offers entrance took place. In attendance were notable luminaries including Mayor numerous ways for neighbors to Dean Trantalis, City Commissioner Heather Moraitis, County Commissioner receive important information and Lamar Fischer, Representative Chip LaMarca, Parks & Recreation Director Phil updates: Thornburg, IP Association Board Members, and many others. · Monitor the City website at www.fortlauderdale.gov Arriving by official FLPD escort with lights flashing, the tributes and accolades · Register for CodeRED alerts of Betty’s countless hours of volunteerism and endless services to Imperial · If you live in Fort Lauderdale, Point and the City of Fort Lauderdale impressed even those who know her join NextDoor well! After the big reveal of a personalized bronze plaque in front of our famed · Follow us on Twitter @FTLCityNews entrance wall, Betty posed for photos before being whisked off to her very · Like us on Facebook own After Party where someone was heard saying: @CityofFortLauderdale · Get E-news delivered to your inbox “It’s only fitting that this place, this Entrance to our neighborhood where you spend so much time - often in your bare feet - pulling weeds, counting · Download the Lauderserv App butterflies, picking up trash and making sure you know all City workers who on your smartphone or tablet come here by name, is YOUR place. If we haven’t said it enough…THANK YOU · Contact our 24-hour Customer for all you do, Betty. You’re an amazing example to us all and you so deserve Service Center at 954-828-8000 this honor.” continued on page 20... Commissioner Heather Moraitis more info on page 38
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The onslaught of the COVID-19 virus has truly shaken up the world, and its effects have squeezed the fibers of our being right here at home. But even as our community and nation hunker down to stem the spread of this deadly and contagious disease, the city presses forward in its mission to improve our utility infrastructure.
Before I talk about those developments, though, I want to update everyone regarding our response to the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 13, I declared a state of emergency and have since ordered the closure of bars, restaurants, gyms, movie theaters and many other places where people congregate and could spread the virus. That has even included our public beaches.
Our city leadership has tried to chart a prudent and reasonable response to this new coronavirus. We have made our decisions based on the advice of healthcare professionals and in consultation with Gov. DeSantis, his emergency team and other metropolitan communities in our region.
Dean Trantalis - Mayor After we acted in concert with Miami Beach to close the beaches, the governor thanked Fort Lauderdale for leading by example in Florida.
The fact is that COVID-19 has been spreading at an incredible rate in our community. We need to limit public gatherings and increase social distancing as much as possible.
No one likes the pain inflicted on our businesses and workforce. Nor do we take lightly shutting down the annual Spring Break ritual that has for so long help fuel our economy. However, we also cannot risk a repeat of the grim and horrible scenes from Italy of an overwhelmed medical system and death after death occurring.
City management and I are exploring what steps we can take to help those who have been economically impacted and what we can do to advocate for assistance from the federal and state government.
I encourage businesses to explore the Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Loan program, the state’s Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan program and the Short Time Compensation program. Additional assistance is on its way based on recently passed legislation by Congress.
I’m heartened to see governments acting together.
We’ve worked with the federal and state government to set up a field hospital locally to handle any overflow of patients. And, testing is beginning to become more available so we better know the extent of the outbreak locally. And equally important, all 31 cities and the county have now established a dialogue to ensure that the actions we are taking are enforced throughout the region.
The restrictions that the city has imposed currently run through April 16. We assess these on a daily basis and will revise them as circumstances warrant.
I urge everyone to remain calm but take all necessary steps to protect yourself from catching the virus or spreading it. I also ask that you help our struggling restaurants and utilize the takeout and delivery options that many are offering in order to stay in business.
Now, about our infrastructure…
The City Commission last week voted to immediately end the practice begun under a prior commission of raiding Fort Lauderdale’s utility reserves to cover the cost of general operations.
This commission agreed after taking office to phase out this practice, which was euphemistically called a “Return on Investment,” over a four-year period. However, in light of our need to rapidly upgrade our infrastructure we asked the city manager to find a way to end the practice altogether right now.
These annual raids were dangerous and irresponsible, with $120 million drained in total during the years it occurred. Now, there is $20 million more a year that will go toward essential utility work. Moreover, the need to borrow money will be reduced. This was my argument when the city borrowed $200 million in 2017.
We have moved the city in a direction that is both good for taxpayers and our environment. I had fought these raids when I was a city commissioner and am glad that the practice has now ended during my time as mayor.
SEARCH FOR 2 www.ImperialPoint.org Imperial Point Neighborhood Association FROM THE DESK OF MAYOR DEAN TRANTALIS
We also are making significant progress to address the pipe failures we have experienced in recent months. Not only have broken pipes been repaired or completely replaced, the first sections of the new 7.5-mile pipe through the city’s central core have been installed in the past couple weeks.
The immediate impact of the recent work is the ability to remove the above-ground bypass in Rio Vista that had to be installed in December. It is important to note that the work is being done through directional boring so as to create the least disruption possible to street-level traffic.
While normally a project of this size would take at least three years, we estimate completion before the end of this year. The commission unanimously approved this project with initial estimates of an 18-month construction schedule and a cost of $80 million. We’ve cut both the timeframe now as well as the cost, which is coming in 18 percent under budget at $65 million.
This line extends from the wastewater lift station at the Coral Ridge Country Club to the George T. Lohmeyer Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant. Two contractors are working simultaneously to expedite the construction. As segments are completed, we will transfer service off the old line to minimize the potential for future breaks.
In addition to this, we completed installing nearly a mile of new sewer main in Victoria Park, a third of a mile of new sewer main on Northeast 36th Street and installed new sewer main in George English Park. We are also installing more than 3,000 feet of sewer main along East Las Olas Boulevard.
The speed and scope of this work speaks to this City Commission’s intention to improve our infrastructure as rapidly as possible.
We also continue to work with environmental consultants to analyze conditions in the portions of the Tarpon River and George English Lagoon affected by the earlier breaks. It is my personal promise that we will develop detailed and thorough plans for restoration of both waterways.
Sincerely, Dean
Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 3 THE LAMARCA LETTER - COVID-19 UPDATE EDITION
Congressman Chip LaMarca
On the right is a list of go-to resources from agencies providing assistance and answering questions concerning COVID-19.
The safety and well-being of our community is our top priority, and ensuring everyone in need of assistance has information available to them is crucial
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Dear Neighbors,
What a world we are living in today. Quite different than when I last wrote to you. There were so many things we and the City had to cancel for this month and maybe even longer. Hopefully things will change and we can have more fun and exciting events in our park.
The most important thing during these times is that we all look out for each other and help when we can. All of that makes us a better neighborhood and friends forever. So many of you have called or emailed me offering your help if I needed anything, even dropping off items. That is most heartwarming and what I think Imperial Point is all about. We have been told we have the Best Neighborhood in the City, which I already knew!!
The Farmer’s Market is hoping they can continue in their same spot every Thursday. They do have a contract with the Hospital for another 2 years. All I can say is that as I am writing this, they will be there on Thursday. We will try to update info to you on our website (imperialpoint.org) and Facebook. Be sure to keep checking.
I want to say thanks you to all of you who came out on February 15th when the Imperial Point Entrance was dedicated to me and in a rain shower as well. It was a great event and I was so happy to see so many of you as well as our friends from the City, County and State. It was also important that some members of my family could also attend. This area is a joy and we strive to keep it always in tip-top shape. My thanks to Terry and Kevin who have just finished mulching the 2 Butterfly Gardens.
I really do not have too much else to say. Hopefully by the time I write the next letter for June/July I will have more exciting information to give you. Please take care of yourselves and your families and be safe.
Sincerely, A MESSAGE FROM Betty Shelley OUR POLICE FORCE Betty Groups of people are dressing in white lab coats Celebration and masks, knocking on Brick Winners: doors and saying they’re Tim & Megan McMahon from the CDC and they’re and Eloy & Susan Jaen, Jr. there to talk to you about the Coronavirus. DO NOT LET THEM IN! The membership raffle winners are: Once inside they will rob Joe & MK Piechura. They won a you. If you or anyone in $75 gift card. Congratulations! the neighborhood sees someone in a white lab coat, please call the police JOIN TODAY FOR YOUR ASAP! As always, feel free to reach out if you have CHANCE TO WIN! any questions or concerns. All current members are eligible to win! Stay safe and stay healthy.
Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 7 A MESSAGE FROM CONGRESSMAN TED DEUTCH
Dear Friend,
I wanted to share an important update about legislation the U.S. House of Representative passed to assist Americans as we face the coronavirus pandemic.
Yesterday, the House passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201) with an overwhelming bipartisan majority. The bill will make it easier for all Americans to do what it takes to work together to slow thåe spread of the coronavirus.
Free testing for coronavirus: All individuals who need a test, including those with private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, VA, FEHBP, and TRICARE, as well as the uninsured, will have access at no cost.
Paid emergency leave: The bill provides two weeks of paid sick leave and up to three months of job-protected leave to allow workers to follow quarantine recommendations and care for their family members impacted by the virus.
Enhanced unemployment insurance: It extends emergency unemployment insurance to help cover workers who are furloughed or quarantined due to an outbreak in their workplaces
Food security: It expands food assistance through the Women Infants and Children (WIC) program, food banks, Meals on Wheels, SNAP, and provides electronic benefit transfer amounts to families who would usually receive free and reduced-price meals at school
Health security: It invests additional federal funding into Medicaid to give states the option to expand Medicaid coverage for COVID-19 testing.
These policies are targeted directly to the struggles that American families will be facing as we continue to make changes to our daily lives to help slow the spread of coronavirus. They are the product of bipartisan negotiations that put the American people first. It is only through bipartisan cooperation that we will be able to meet the challenges in the coming days.
Additionally, I would like to share several advisories from federal, state, and local levels:
COVID-19 Public Website and Call Center
Please visit the Florida Department of Health’s dedicated COVID-19 webpage for information and guidance regarding COVID-19 in Florida.
For any other questions related to COVID-19 in Florida, please contact the DOH’s dedicated COVID-19 Call Center by calling 1-(866) 779-6121. The Call Center is available 24 hours a day. Inquiries may also be emailed to [email protected].
8 visit www.ImperialPoint.org for more info A MESSAGE FROM CONGRESSMAN TED DEUTCH A MESSAGE FROM CONGRESSMAN TED DEUTCH
Port Everglades Advisory
The Florida Department of Health (DOH), through an extensive epidemiological investigation, has identified multiple positive COVID-19 cases associated with Port Everglades in Broward County, Florida. The DOH recommends all individuals experiencing symptoms who have recently traveled through Port Everglades to immediately contact their CHD or health care provider and self-isolate for 14 Days.
The DOH also recommends employees of Metro Cruise Services at Port Everglades with any association to these cases self- isolate at home. The DOH is working to connect with all employees at Metro Cruise Services who may have come into contact with the three individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19 to provide the employees with the appropriate guidance and monitoring.
The DOH is working in close consultation with the CDC on this investigation. CDC recommends that individuals with recent travel history on a cruise monitor their health for 14 days and, if they develop symptoms, immediately self-isolate and contact their CHD or health care provider.
Nile Cruise Advisory
The Florida Department of Health is advising all individuals who traveled to Egypt for a cruise or tour on the Nile River in February or March 2020 to self-isolate for 14 days following their date of return to the United States, and if ill, immediately contact their CHD or health care provider. Several passengers in the United States recently developed symptoms and have been confirmed to be infected with COVID-19, including 11 positive cases in Florida.
Stay Safe
I strongly urge everyone to continue to monitor updates with your local news organizations and follow the CDC’s guidelines regarding proper hygiene and how to protect yourselves and your families. Please wash your hands regularly, do not touch your face, and do not attend large gatherings of people. Seniors are especially vulnerable to the virus and should take extra precautions and avoid crowds. In addition, the CDC recommends all people with underlying health conditions and adults over 60 should maintain a reserve of medication and grocery items and remain home.
We are working hard to ensure everyone can respond to the coronavirus threat appropriately and keep themselves and their families safe, while protecting Americans from the costs of care and loss of pay. I will continue to work with state and local officials in South Florida to monitor the impact of this virus and support the efforts to contain it.
Please call my office at 561-470-5440 if we can be of any assistance. You can also follow my updates on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
I hope everyone stays safe and healthy.
Kind regards,
Ted Deutch
Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 9 COMMISSIONER LAMAR FISHER
Dear Residents, It is an honor and privilege to serve each and everyone of you. It is times like what we have been experiencing lately with the COVID-19 we learn what a wonderful community we have in Broward County. Everyone’s health and safety has been of the utmost importance to me and all of us that serve Broward County. Here are some recent headlines from around the County. Coronavirus In the wake of the Coronavirus spread in our community, Broward County declared a Local State of Emergency on March 11, 2020 and activated our Emergency Operations Center (EOC). These measures allow the County to initiate emergency response activities that help support our partners, particularly the Florida Department of Health and Port Everglades. The County continues to work with local, state and federal agencies as we monitor the spread and we also continue to follow the U.S. Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations. The Florida Department of Health works closely with the CDC and is actively working to ensure that the most up-to-date CDC guidance is rapidly and correctly distributed to local partners. Commissioner - Lamar P. Fisher
Below are several key phone numbers and links that can assist you, if you with questions:
• State of Florida: FloridaHealth.gov o 24/7 Coronavirus Hotline: 866-779-6121 or [email protected] • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: www.CDC.gov o 800-232-4636 • Florida Department of Health Broward County: www.Broward.floridahealth.gov o 954-412-7300 • Broward County Coronavirus Information & Updates: www.Broward.org/Coronavirus • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport: www.Broward.org/airport • Port Everglades: www.Porteverglades.net/cruising
Please rest assured that Broward County is prepared and has authorized the County Administrator to take any appropriate and necessary action to protect the health and safety of our residents and visitors. This is especially important given the uncertainty regarding the potential spread and impact the Coronavirus may have on our community.
Port Designation
Recently, Broward County’s Port Everglades received incredible news which is helping move forward the major deepening and widening project that is desperately needed at the Port in order to bring in bigger ships. The Port was one of only two seaports nationwide to receive a construction “New Start” designation by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The New Start Designation will fund $29.1 million to build a new facility for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Station further east. The new building will allow the Intracoastal Waterway to be widened by 250 feet to allow for better clearance for large cargo ships, which currently have restricted access. The Coast Guard station reconfiguration is estimated to be completed by November 2023 at a total cost of approximately $39 million, with the balance paid through Port revenue and state grant funds. Check out www.Porteverglades.net for all your Port related news.
10 visit www.ImperialPoint.org for more info COMMISSIONER LAMAR FISHER
Closest Unit Response This month, Broward County rolled out phase one of Closest Unit Response in several cities. Sunrise and Lauderhill were launched on March 2nd, followed by North Lauderdale, Oakland Park and Tamarac on March 16th and Fort Lauderdale on March 30th, 2020. After years of planning and coordination with municipalities and law enforcement and more than $93 million capital expenditures on the purchase and installation of new equipment and many hours of training, the Closest Unit Response will help in saving lives.
The systems new capability can now use GPS to locate and automatically dispatch the closest equipped, capable and available Fire Rescue within two minutes of a life-threating emergency no matter the jurisdiction. Closest Unit Response is being launched in four phases and by the end of 2021, all municipalities that participate in the County’s Regional 911 System will be utilizing it.
Census 2020 The 2020 Census is here! Starting March 12th every household will start receiving a postcard in the mail with information on how to complete the Census. It is vital that everyone in our County gets counted this year as this data can have major effects on our community. The data collected is for statistical use only and it determines your representation in Congress. Additionally, the Census count will determine the amount of federal and state dollars that go towards local human service programs that help families and individuals in need, including seniors, non-citizens and young people.
It is important to know children, babies, the elderly and even if you are not a US citizen you must be counted. You can respond online, by phone or by mail and all these options are safe and confidential.
For more information please visit www.Broward.org/Census2020. Broward Parks Needs Your Input The Broward County Parks and Recreation Division is embarking on creating and implementing its first system-wide Master Plan! Staff would like to hear about your vision and priorities pertaining to parks and recreation. Please go to www. betterparksbetterbroward.org for more information and be sure to leave your input in the comments section. Your input will help create a blueprint to plan the future growth and maintenance of our Broward County parks.
Once again, I’d like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve you as your County Commissioner. Please sign up at Broward.org/Commission/District4 to receive email updates from our office. You can also follow me on Twitter and like my Facebook page to stay up to date on what is happening around our community.
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 at [email protected].
Best regards,
Lamar P. Fisher County Commissioner, District 4
Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 11 EXEMPTIONS EXPRESS
If you purchased a new home and made it your permanent residence prior to January 1, 2020 you may file for tax year 2020 Homestead and other exemptions until September 18, 2020. The timely filing deadline for Homestead and all other exemptions was March 2, 2020 with an extended late filing deadline of September 18, 2020.
Representatives from our office are out in the community assisting property owners with exemption filing. Our staff visits homeowner associations and participates in community events to help residents apply for tax-saving exemptions and answer any questions. Please visit our Exemptions Express calendar to see where we will be throughout the community each month: https://web.bcpa.net/ExemptionsExpress/calendar
Broward Counts – United States Census 2020
Every ten years, the U.S. Constitution requires the Census Bureau to count all residents living in the United States, regardless of citizenship status or how long someone has been living here.
Data collected from the 2020 Census will impact the distribution of $1.5 trillion dollars per year, over the next 10 years, in federal funding to communities across the country for federal assistance programs such as Medicare and Medicaid, hospitals and nursing homes, housing vouchers, schools, roads, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Children’s Health Insurance (CHIP), Head Start, emergency services, and much more. The 2020 Census count will also determine our number of representatives in Congress and impact the redrawing of state legislative districts.
You should have received a postcard mailed to you in March with a unique code and instructions explaining the Census and how to respond online. You can respond online (recommended), by phone or by mail. To respond by mail, please call 1-800-923-8282 or 301-763-4636 to request a paper form. If you are hearing impaired, the Census Bureau has prepared an instructional video in American Sign Language. You can also respond in English by TDD at 844-467-2020.
For questions regarding the Broward County Census, please call 954-357-6634 or you can email their office at Census2020@ Broward.org.Take care,
Take care,
Marty Kiar
12 visit www.ImperialPoint.org for more info HOME OF THE MONTH
We relocated from New Jersey to Fort Lauderdale (Imperial Point) in January 2019. When looking for our home it was important for us to be near the beach, embedded within a great/safe neighborhood and close proximity to shopping venues and restaurants. After looking for months at various locations in Fort Lauderdale we finally decided on a single- family home in Imperial Point. This decision has been a blessing in disguise. We are very fortunate to have a President (Betty Shelley) that truly cares about Imperial Point and works non-stop on the continued beautification of this area. Our transition to life in “South Florida” was not as chaotic as we originally thought it would be due to the great neigh- bors and friends that we’ve madensince we’ve been here.
The largest challenge for us (being from NJ) was understanding Florida landscaping. Our vision was to incorporate various color schemes with an added tropical touch. To accomplish this, we designed a garden that included Joseph’s Coats, gold mounds, silver buttonwoods, ornamental grass, hibiscus plants, various forms of crotons, TI plants, vincas and bougainvillea, to name a few. We’re of the opinion that Palms trees in Florida are a must, therefore we added ad- ditional Foxtail Palms, Christmas Palms and Alexander Palms to finish the landscaping design. At the end of the day, we’re very pleased to hear the compliments from our neighbors which proves to us that we’re doing our part to keep the beautification of Imperial Point going forward.
Terry Deloney & Kevin Reynolds 5801 NE 22nd Terrace
Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 13 Farmer’s Market currently cancelled CALENDARS due to Covid-19
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SEARCH FOR 14 www.ImperialPoint.org Imperial Point Neighborhood Association IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS If you are not sure of the correct city department, call the main number at 954.828.5000
Animal Control 954.359.1313 Power Outages 800.4OUTAGE Building Services 954.828.6520 Recycling 954.828.8000 Cable Tv (Comcast) 954.252.1937 Signs (Median) 954.847.2600 City Commissioners 954.828.5004 Streets (Potholes, etc.) 954.828.8000 City Hall (General Info) 954.828.5000 Streetlights 800-468-8243 Code Violations (see Hotline) 954.828.5207 Traffic Engineering 954.828.5761 Community Resource Officers 954-828-6038 Traffic Signals (Malfunctions) 954.847.2600 Dead Animal (Road Kill) 954.828.8000 Trash (Bulk, Carts, etc.) 954.828.8000 Aircraft Noise Reporting Line 954.828.6666 Trees (Severely Trimmed) 954.828.5200 - www.fortlauderdale.gov/departments Trees (Swales/Medians) 954.828.7275 Federal Aviation Administration Utilities 954.828.8000 - (FAA) Safety Complaints 866.835.5322 Utilities Billing 954.828.5150 Fire Department (non-emergency) 954.828.6800 Zoning Information 954.828.5203 Florida Department of Health - Broward County 954.467.4700 Hazardous Waste 954.765.4999 IRS 800.908.4490 CODE ENFORCEMENT Library (Imperial Point Branch) 954.357.6530 [email protected] Beginning augustfor 1st, responses Fort lauderdale within is moving 24 hours. to a new Mayor’s Office 954.828.5003 phone number for non-emergency public safety calls. Mosquito Control (Broward) 954.765.4062 Parks and Rec (Playground) 954.828.7275 new non-emergency phone numBer Police and Fire Emergency 911 call: (954) 764-help Please use this number only if you require non-emergency police or fire services. Police (Non-Emergency) 954.764.HELP 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. In an emergency, please call 911
Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 15 CERTIFIED VACATION RENTAL PROPERTIES IN IMPERIAL POINT
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Certificate Certificate Contact Phone Maximum Address District Property Owner Responsible Party Property Owner/Responsible Party Email Expiration Number Number Occupancy Year KATHERINE HUGHES DBA KATHERINE HUGHES DBA 1600555 1851 NE 59 ST 1 954-644-2867 [email protected] 2020 4 PARADISE FOUND III, LLC PARADISE FOUND III, LLC
215-219-7316 [email protected] 19120007 2021 NE 68 ST 1 WESLEY B COLLINS RON NAGY 2020 4 888-805-3722 [email protected]
1601140 2051/2053 NE 68 ST 1 CASIMIR & CHARLOTTE BUGAY SENNO LLC 954-261-9440 [email protected] 2020 4
LORRAINE MESSANA & GREG 1601427 2061/2065 NE 68 ST 1 PATRICIA M HANLEY 954-261-9440 [email protected] 2020 8 BUGAY
1802947 2100 NE 57 ST 1 GLOBAL TELESCOPE LLC GLOBAL TELESCOPE LLC 305-215-9700 [email protected] 2020 6
1601287 2100 NE 58 ST 1 JODY SCHIAVO DAVID PACKARD 954-701-5660 [email protected] 2020 6
201-699-7137 1801717 2108 NE 63 ST 1 JENS & EDDY MANZO-BERDING JENS BERDING [email protected] 2020 6 917-859-4550
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KELT HOLDINGS LLC - LISA KELT HOLDINGS LLC - LISA 1700542 5650 NE 21 DR 1 954-818-2936 [email protected] 2020 6 STEPHENSON STEPHENSON
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Community Enhancement Division Sunday – Saturday 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (954) 828-5207 or [email protected] Emails to the above inbox are monitored during weekends.
Vacation Rental Registration (954) 828-5207 or [email protected] Registered vacation rental properties and code cases are updated monthly on the City’s Community Enhancement & Compliance Website under Vacation Rental Enforcement. https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/departments/sustainable-development/community-enhancement-and- compliance/vacation-rental-program/enforcement
Vacation Rental Supervisor Katrina Jordan [email protected] (954) 828-6327
Vacation Rental Senior Compliance Officer John Suarez [email protected] (954) 828-5740
24 Hour Customer Service Hotline Sunday – Saturday (954) 828-8000 An email will be sent to [email protected]
Police Department After hours calls that are made to the Police Department must have a police report or Vacation Rental Incident Report completed in order for Code to address the concern. Non-emergency police (954) 764-4357
Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 17 PREVENTING, TESTING AND TREATING COVID-19
By Andrew Ta, M.D., Broward Health Chief Medical Officer
Whether you turn on the television, listen to the radio, pick up a newspaper or go online, COVID-19 is the headline. Ques- tions about this relatively unknown coronavirus are dominating global communication as public health professionals worldwide are working diligently to protect patients, visitors, caregivers, staff and society as a whole. Everyone shares some responsibility for the success of our combined efforts. While each of us can control only what is within our reach, the cumulative effect of our actions can have far-reaching and dramatic results.
Two crucial questions have overshadowed all others: Who is at risk and what can we do? Public health officials have been consistent in their answer to the first question: Older adults and those with underlying health conditions, such as lung disease, heart disease and diabetes, are at greater risk. Nonetheless, younger, seemingly healthy people can contract the virus, and thus far, for reasons unknown, children ages 0-9 thankfully seem to suffer only mild symptoms or be to- tally asymptomatic.
It is important to remember that the majority of individuals who do test positive for COVID-19 will only suffer mild to moderate cold or flu-like symptoms and will be able to recover from the comfort of their homes and self-treat with over-the-counter medications to reduce fever and manage other symptoms. For those with existing health issues, particularly individuals who are older, a more serious, severe illness could develop, requiring hospitalization. Broward Health and partnering health systems are prepared to care for these patients.
Regarding what you can do to avoid getting sick, the following precautions are worth repeating: • If you have cold or flu-like symptoms, stay home. • Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds numerous times a day. You may also use alcohol-based hand sanitizer. • Refrain from touching your face, especially your eyes, nose and mouth. • Cough into your bended elbow or into a tissue. • Avoid close contact with anyone who seems to exhibit cold or flu symptoms. • Practice social distancing. • Avoid unnecessary travel. • Have at least a 30-day supply of prescription medications available.
Leading a healthy lifestyle is always a good idea. There is no time like the present to revisit your New Year’s resolutions about eating healthier, exercising more and controlling stress. By taking these steps, while also regularly taking pre- scribed medications, getting eight hours of sleep and eliminating smoking, you can boost your immune system, helping you prevent or reduce the effects of the virus.
Each of us is responsible for our own health and that of our community by following the above best practices. If you are suffering from cold or flu symptoms and want further guidance as to whether you should be tested for COVID-19, prior to going to the hospital you should contact your primary care physician or the Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Hotline at 866-779-6121. By calling your doctor or the hotline, you will have your questions answered and also prevent unnecessary exposure at local hospitals. However, if you are having difficulty breathing or need immediate medical at- tention, call 911 or proceed directly to the Emergency Department.
If your primary care physician wants you to be tested for COVID-19 and has written a prescription, you can call the Bro- ward Health line at 954-320-5730 to schedule an appointment at Broward Health’s mobile testing site. Within minutes of arriving, you can be tested from your car. Test results will be relayed to you in a few days by your prescribing physician or a Broward Health caregiver.
Prevention is the best defense against COVID-19 and is the responsibility of each member of our community. Simple steps will yield significant results. Together, we will come through this healthcare challenge with renewed appreciation for protecting our health.
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Are you an attorney, a defendant, or a citizen with an interest in a criminal court case?
If so, e-Notify is now available through the Florida’s Court Event Notification Statewide System and is a free way to get reminders about criminal court events through texts or emails.
E-Notify is an electronic notification system for criminal cases that was developed in partnership with the Clerks of Court Operations Corporation (CCOC) and the Office of State Courts Administrator (OSCA). Using the website, any interested party can sign up for text and/or e-email notifications of criminal case events using the case number.
E-Notify is a courtesy reminder system only. It is not intended to be an official notification system or to replace existing clerk practices or procedures. The official notice of scheduling will still occur through the normal processes at the local clerk’s office.
Any person can create a public user account, then sign up to receive reminders about events in criminal cases (eventually other/all case types). Once signed up and a case(s) is selected, they will receive reminders via text/e-mail when an event is scheduled, seven days prior and one day prior to Brenda D. Forman the scheduled event. If the event is cancelled or rescheduled, the person will get reminders of the Broward County Clerk of Courts new event date/time.
Following the successful pilot program of the E-Notify system in Orange, Okaloosa and Nassau counties, the program became active for the general public in all 67 counties on January 31, 2020. Sign up today and learn more about e-Notify at enotify.flcourts.org.
Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 19 BETTY’s DEDICATION
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Imperial Point Board Members with President, Betty Shelley
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Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 21 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/Advertising Betty Shelley 954.938.9230 [email protected] Vice President John Watt 954-931-4795 [email protected] Treasurer Lorraine Verano 954-261-3740 [email protected] Corresponding Secretary Susan Filippone 954-491-0880 Recording Secretary Sue Fuhr 954-776-6770 Directors Newsletter Editor Carolyn Mariani [email protected] Events Laura Clark 954-673-4343 Executive Airport John Watt 954-931-4795 Public Relations/Web Master Julie Ruffolo [email protected] Neighborhood Improvements Ralph Zeltman 954-771-9838 Membership Chair Laura Depenbrock 954-647-8351 Director John Bridgman 954-646-3300 Director Mary Jeu de Vine 954-491-2957 Director Matt Salvatoriello 954 598 2642 [email protected] Director Stephanie Tonsfeldt [email protected] Green Your Routine Representitive Terry Deloney [email protected] New Neighbors Welcome Steve Hickman 954-492-4080
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WIDTH x HEIGHT 10% discount for three or more ads. Payment is due in full at 1/8 page (3.5 x 2)...... $100 time of placement of ad (prior to printing). We are a volunteer organization. We pride ourselves in assembling and promot- 1/4 page (3.5 x 4.75)...... $135 ing the finest community newspaper possible. Should an error 1/3 page (7.5 x 3)...... $160 occur or an omission take place, our policy for making correc- tion/restitution will be the following: when a “camera ready” 1/2 page (7.5 x 4)...... $225 advertisement is to be printed in exchange for remuneration to the Association, we will, at the Advertiser’s request, (A) re- Full page (7.5 x 10)...... $425 run the advertisement in the following issue free of charge, or Self printed insert...... $335 (B) refund the Advertiser the cost of the advertisement. Other contents published in the newsletter that may contain errors IPA printed insert...... $425 or omissions will be corrected in the following issue.
The deadline for advertising in the June/July issue is May 15, 2020. Contact Betty at 954.938.9230.
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Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 23 2020 ACTIVE MEMBERS AS OF 03/12/2020
Barbara Abrams Mark & Bonnie Dissette Keith Kleiman William Rimel & Cheryl Rimel Jay Adams & Robert Vargas Pietro & Natalie Dodero George Knotts & Michael Bennett Betty Robertson Steve & Lauren Akins Catherine Douglas James Kotz & Bonnie Bolinger Dave & Vicki Rosenthal Marie & Joe Alicata Robert Duglin & Paul Pham Mark Kreklow Anthony Samuels Susan Allegri Dianna Dunn Brian Kuhn & Janice Hamilton-Kuhn Alberto Sanchez Katherine & William Allen Kimberly Durham Jim & Laurie Kunkel Mary Schack Susan Andrews Richard & Nicole Duskin Pamela Gibbs Kyve Gregory & Mary Jane Schweiger Theodore April & James Murphy Enrico Eastmond & Robert Esposito Kathy LaSalle Betty Shelley John & Rozann Arena Joseph & Susan El Sheikh John Lelecas Vincent Shola & Tony Cotroneo Amy Arnold Marcie Ellberger Joseph Lentz & Allan Sugar Donna Shubert & William Yanicki Dave & Sheri Ash Steve & Vickie Estler Penny Lesavoy & Arturo Covarrubias Alan Silva & Ed Coyle-Barranco Paul Ayala & Bruce Aaron Gregory Everett Norman Levy Kathleen Singh Alejandro & Nancy Bacigalupi Ron & Susan Filippone Mark & Elizabeth Lister Phyllis Skelly Dwaine Bailey Carey & Ellen Fischer Joanne & Lee Lowenthal Randy Smith & Jamie Edgemon-Smith Sandra Banaszak Ken & Joyce Fix John Lutes & Dean Crews Kimberly Spicer Janice Banken Andrew Ford & Barron Longenecker Christian Luz Susan Stark & Jack Richards Donna & Frank Barahona Keith & Janet Forsgren Matt & Ida Mancini Richard & Martha Steinkamp Joe & Jackie Barber Glenn & Pearl Fox Terry & Toby Manke Steve & Elise Stimpson Bruce & Karen Barrett Jim Frank & Fernando Menendez Mark & Carolyn Mariani Betty Strohmeier Catherine Bassett Ken & Rita Frantz John & Frederica Marschall Einar W Strom John & Kathi Belcher Stephen Fredrickson Bertha Martos Eileen & John Stutzmann Ron & Alice Benjamin Henry Fricke Joseph & Susan Massaro Salvatore Summo Rick & Tamela Biro Sue Fuhr Margaret Matinale Kenji & Yumiko Takahashi The Bischoff’s Dominic Gallucio Lawrence & Denise Matthews Richard Taylor Timothy Blaikie Jim & Kay Galuppi Monica Mayer Bill & Cathy Thixton Jason Blank & Jessica Stark Jennifer Ganary Tennina McAnany & Diane Fatkin David Thompson Andrew & Natalia Bray Margie & Bob Garland Robert & Charlene McKee Robert Ungerer Daniel Brewer & Gene Gosselin Janice Soderlund Gee Tim & Megan McMahon Barbara Van Voast John & Susan Bridgman Harry & Peggy Gianfrancesco Leonard & Ann Mercer Kosta Vathianakis Pam Brierley & Tammy Brierley Robin & Tammy Gipps Bill Meyers Pete Vazquez Mark & Kim Briesemeister Ardith Goethel Sam (Dorothy) Miceli Lorraine & Bill Verano Carolyn Brown & Edward Marciniak Dan & Melissa Gomez Lynda Micheletti & Maggie French Virgil & Earleen Virga Gregg Brown Jane & Michel Goodrich Don & Camilla Mitchell Robert & Chris Vogel Marshall & Kathryn Brumer Douglas Gorab Gene & Linda Monaco Charles Volpe Maureen Buffington Karen & Mike Gouveia Luis & Lisa Montanez Anna Walleser Patty Caliendo Linda Grabowski & Kalissa Grabowski Carlos Moran & Steve Hickman William & Andrea Ward Edenil Camara & Rebecca Rosado Tony Grant & Linda Kurdziolek Dee Moustakas Dudley Warner & Gregg Zumbrum Patricia Camp & Carol Cleaver Grace & Walter Grecz Frank & Mary Ellen Mullin Jim Watts & John Naughton Darlene & Ron Carlson John & Jan Grimsley Bruce & Susan Muntz Ronald Webb Diego & Jessica Castaneda Stanley Grivjack Michael Murphy & Nick Laus Elissa Weiss Jorge Castillo Karl Gross & Ed Norris Ronald & Pat Murray Sondra Weiss-Goldman & Evan & Max Cynthia & Robert Chruszczyk Jean & Marie Lou Guerin Jane Nelson Goldman Anthony & Sherry Citarella Paul Guzzardo & Murray Lichtenstein Gayle & Howard Nelson Leslie & Anna White Jack Clements John & Virginia Hackett Robert & Jennifer NeSmith Douglas White Matthew Coppola Lori Anne & Gregory Hale Jack Nichols Barry Willbrant & David Pickering David Coven Phil & Susanne Hamilton Gail Nicolaus Alan & Sherry Williamson Cynthia & Robert Coyle Donna & Jay Hamilton John F. Odonnell Ron & Lyn Wright Mary & Walter Craig William & Leslie Harley Des & Dean O’Donnell-Payne Daniel & Laura Young Thomas Craterfield & Dennis Chartier Jeffrey Hartley & Richard Dalby Philip Orsi Ed & Judith Zaparaniuk Ryan & Blair Critch Dick Haslam Wilfredo Pabon Ralph & Joline Zeltman Amy & Don Cumming Theresa & Christopher Herman Richard Paresky & Jeffrey Rosenthal Peter Zografos Hillary & Steven Daigle George Hibbs & George DeHeer Michael Penrod & John Slater Steve Zunt & Oscar Mejias James & Kathleen Dailey Lynn & David Hutchinson William Perkins & Robert Goodman David Deacle & Barbara Dee-Deacle Gordon & Barbara Innes John Petersen & Shelagh Wilmott Non-Resident Social MaryAnn DeCarmine & Mary Gillespie Eloy & Susan Jaen, Jr. Andrew Pickens & Jimmy Santos Members as of 3/12/20 Terry Deloney & Kevin Reynolds Phyllis Jordan Joe & MK Piechura Luanne Milano Michael & Sarah DeMarchena Allan & Marina Jurchen Evangelia Planakis Mary Jeu de Vine Jim Demarest Lidette Kafka Linda Posey Tom & Judy Dempsey Dolores Kaminski & Pierre Riviere John Quattrocchi Mark & Laura Depenbrock Gene Kangley John & Patricia Raite William Depond Kevin & Elka Keimel Jassamine & Jim Redington Joyce & Anthony DiGiore
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Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 25 WATER TREATMENT PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS
By Ralph Zeltman April/May 2020
The City of Fort Lauderdale’s Charles W. Fiveash Water Treatment Plant (WTP) was constructed in 1954 and has been expanded four times, currently having a 70 Million Gallons Per Day (MGD) design capacity and an average consumption demand of 47.1 MGD. The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) water use permit allows an annual average daily withdrawal of 52.55 MGD to satisfy an annual average daily demand (AADD) of raw water from the Biscayne Aquifer. This WTP plant is considered antiquated by today’s standards using lime softening treatment and aeration and flocculent/polymers to precipitate out undesirable suspended solids and expel/liberate out unwanted gases followed by disinfection with chlorine and ammonia (chloramines) to kill any bacteriological organisms. This existing method of treatment could last for several more years; however, the advanced treatment technology has become more efficient and cost effective to produce more quantity and higher quality of treated water eliminating the green/yellow color currently prevalent during high demands. The future water treatment needs to deal with undesirable chemicals and organisms previously non-existent or unaware of their potential health consequences.
The City contracted Carollo Engineers in 2018 to prepare an engineering report to investigate and recommend whether or not to upgrade or replace the existing Fiveash WTP and conduct a pilot study as part of the report to analyze the quality of the raw well water being provided from the Prospect Wellfield. This analysis would assist in determining the most appropriate treatment processes to produce the highest quality potable (drinkable) water at the most economical cost. Only a portion of the pilot study was completed by Carollo Engineers, who decided the findings were sufficient for their report in recommending the City should not upgrade the existing Fiveash WTP at the 23-acre site, but rather construct a new $350-$430 Million WTP remotely located at the Prospect Wellfield at the northwest corner of the City’s Executive Airport property.
The Carollo Report was eventually submitted to the City in late 2019 and subsequently released to the public in early 2020 after being heavily redacted by the City. In reviewing the report, there were some discrepancies in their data and logic, specifically in not utilizing the existing 23-acre Fiveash WTP site, but relocating a new WTP on the remote Prospect Wellfield location that has the potential in contaminating the raw water source to construct a new WTP. The logistics in utilizing the existing site would avoid high costs by not having to build new large diameter water transmission mains rather than utilizing the existing water transmission mains and avoid higher pumping costs the new remote site would need. The existing site would also avoid additional costs in having to build new plant structures, including another operations/administration building and high security wall required to encompass the new WTP at the proposed remote location.
In summation, it is highly suggested the City perform their “Due Diligence” by having another consulting engineering firm, preferably Reiss Engineering, who prepared the City’s Strategic Master Plan Report, to perform a “value engineering” report to complete the pilot study that Carollo Engineers did not finish in its entirety, to either substantiate or recommend other modifications of treatment processes to ensure the best project for the City to undertake such a large costly investment. The City should also be very cautious in considering a P3 privatization to finance/manage potentially jeopardizing the ultimate control of the Fiveash WTP Project, costing much more than if the City manages the project as a design-build concept. The type of treatment process involving reverse osmosis will require a costly deep-well injection system for the disposal of 15% of the deleterious water from said process, depleting the overall Biscayne aquifer raw water. Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) might be a suspected carcinogen potentially causing genetic cell disorders and other negative effects to threaten our quality of life. The ion-exchange and/or granulated activated carbon or reverse osmosis treatments may be able to remove this PFAS contaminant threat along with other potential chemicals negatively impacting the WTP’s ability to produce safe drinking water. Finally, the total project construction and operation costs should be thoroughly evaluated to determine if the chemical and energy costs to operate the proposed WTP Carollo Engineers Report recommendation is greater than other alternatives over the same expected life span.
Residents can call the City’s Customer Service office at 954-828-8000 with questions and/or concerns regarding the final decision on the Charles W. Fiveash WTP upgrade or replacement project. Please look for when the next Commission Meeting will be scheduled to discuss/vote on whether or not to perform their “Due Diligence” by requesting Reiss Engineering to perform a complete pilot water analysis study. This will allow for a thorough scrutinization of all options and formulate the optimum treatment process methods, in order to achieve the highest water quality and volume capacity in a reasonable, cost-effective way. Charles W. Fiveash Water Treatment Plant
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Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 27 BROWARD COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
I am always eager to share news about the programs and noteworthy accomplishments of the students and staff of the Broward County Public Schools in District 3. For this edition of my newsletter I was scheduled to present a spotlight on a community school. As our community deals with the impact of COVID-19, I encourage residents to visit www. browardschools.com/coronavirus to receive updated information. This is an extremely fluid situation with new information emerging hourly, please check the website regularly for updates on continuity of learning plans, school schedules and rescheduling of postponed events as our community works through this health crisis. It is my honor and privilege to serve as your District 3 School Board Member and I am available to address your questions and concerns.
School Spotlight: Northeast High School
Heather Pomper Brinkworth Did you know students at Northeast High School fly drones, go shark tagging, grow plants in atmospheres that NASA studies, and so much more? Northeast High School, recognized as a Magnet School of Distinction, provides unique and engaging academic programs that serve student interests and afford opportunities for advancement to both career and college paths. The established magnet programs of Industrial Biotechnology, Alternative Energy and The Latin School continue their incredible success and new opportunities for students are increasing every year. Students in Alternative Energy are studying Geographic Information Systems (mapping software technology used in Google Earth & more) and will be testing for industry certification in May. Additionally, the Cambridge program is thriving at Northeast High School. This is a great benefit to students, as earning a prestigious Cambridge diploma, along with completing 100 community service hours, guarantees a 100% Bright Futures scholarship for students in Florida.
Northeast High School is engaged in a new and exciting partnership with Air Force JROTC and Computer Science for All (CSforAll.org) that will bring cutting edge technology and training to our students in the highly competitive field of cyber- security. Northeast High School was selected from over 900 Air Force JROTC high schools nation-wide to be one of only 30 schools in the initial pilot program. The program will have a cross component within the schools to build collaboration between computer science classes and the Air Force JROTC existing CyberPatriot program. There are currently 12,000 unfilled cyber-security jobs in both the private and public sector and forecasting a 500,000 job shortfall in the future. Through this opportunity students will receive three semester hours of college credit, and a certificate of completion which will meet the prerequisites to take the Certified Ethical Hacker exam.
While academics are the main focus at Northeast High School, extracurricular opportunities are providing noteworthy results as well. From Lean Six Sigma yellow belt training to boys basketball semifinalists, to top state debate performances and more, the Hurricanes are making their mark. Coach Thomas and the girl’s track team recently received $10,000 and new track gear from Dick’s Sporting Goods to support their star scholar athletes. Congratulations to senior John Sullivan, who placed 11th in the state debate tournament in Orlando. Northeast High School, for the second year in a row, is a State of Florida winner in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest, with their proposal for STEM focused development of an app and tactile games to better inform community members about diabetes. The educational opportunities available to the students at Northeast High School are expanding every day.
The focus of this spotlight is to showcase all of the incredible opportunities Northeast High School provides for students, but I would be remiss if I did not address the facilities concerns. On March 4th I attended a community meeting where the Superintendent of Schools and facilities staff provided an update on the SMART projects slated for the Northeast High School campus. During this meeting the following timeline of projects was shared: Negotiations for a final guaranteed maximum price from the contractor are underway and staff expects to bring contracts to the Board for approval in April. Work is expected to begin on campus in the 2nd quarter of 2020 with anticipated completion dates in the fall of 2022 for both the renovations and the new 24 classroom addition and flex lab/lecture hall.
Northeast High School is receiving the single largest investment on a school campus of over $41M, and although the progress to this point has been slow, I will continue to push to ensure our community gets every project as planned. There is no doubt the long overdue facility improvements will only enhance the teaching and learning that is already occurring as new STEM
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labs, business application labs, art rooms and a culinary lab are added to the array of options available. Our community should be proud . . . Northeast High School is one to watch, both in academics and extracurricular activities. For more information about Northeast High School’s programs visit https://www.browardschools.com/northeast and for District 3 updates visit https://www.browardschools.com/Page/35213
Please remember, if you have any questions or concerns call my office at 754-321-2003, and I will do my best to assist you.
Heather Pomper Brinkworth
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Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 29 PETS AND OBESITY PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS
Though porky puppies and chubby kitties are cute, obesity in pets is a serious problem, and it’s one that’s on the rise. Just like with people, carrying extra weight can be a stress on the body and an indicator of future health issues, including short- ening your pet’s life. Luckily, properly addressing a pet’s obesity in a timely manner can prevent these future problems.
Many factors of our modern life contribute to the increased prevalence of obesity in pets. Most dogs no longer work for a living. They do not herd cattle or sheep, hunt or retrieve game, or rescue lost hikers in the woods. Also, most dog owners must go to work each day, dramatically limiting how much time their pets spend outdoors exercising. Cats now live predominantly indoors. They are no longer required to roam and hunt for their food. In addition, when pets are permitted to eat free choice (when food is left in the bowl all day), it is easy for your pet to eat more calories than they need. The bottom line is that when calories taken in exceed calories expended, weight gain is inevitable, leading to overweight and obese pets.
How can I prevent my pet from becoming obese in the first place?
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Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 33 CITY OF FORT LAUDERDALE REPRESENTATIVE CHIP LAMARCA RECENT FAILING WASTEWATER FORCE MAINS
By Ralph Zeltman The wastewater system consists of several components starting with the sanitary sewer gravity collection mains that receives wastewater from the utility customers via underground laterals and from there the wastewater flows by gravity to a lift station. The lift station pumps the wastewater into a force main which eventually manifolds into a large force main routed directly to the George T. Lohmeyer Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) where it is treated and disposed of through deep injection wells.
Over the last few months, the City experienced several wastewater force main failures spewing out toxic patho- genic raw sewage polluting the contiguous neighbor- hoods and canals and was subsequently fined $1.8 Mil- lion dollars by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The failed force mains were inspected by the City who observed severe internal wear reducing the pipe wall thickness considerably, especially at the pipe bottoms that were paper thin. Further examination revealed substantial quantities of sand mixed in with the wastewater that could have been responsible for grinding away of the internal pipe surfaces eventually weakening the pipes’ structural integrity.
Last year the City conducted an Infiltration/Inflow (I/I) video inspection of the old pre-1970’s clay sanitary sewer gravity collection mains located six feet and deeper below ground that is submerged in the groundwater. These gravity mains were observed to have substantial pipe damages allowing large amounts of groundwater and sand to infiltrate into the mains 24/7 continuously mixing with the wastewater and ultimately transmitted throughout the entire wastewater system.
The continuous depletion of the groundwater and underground sand by the damaged sanitary sewer gravity collection mains creates voids outside and around the broken sewer pipe eventually undermining the above compacted sub- grade material supporting the road pavement. This depletion of the compacted subgrade material eventually creates road pavement depressions that will ultimately develop into sink holes. The sand-groundwater-wastewater mixture flows by gravity to the lift station where it is pumped into a force main; however, the pump impeller blades undergo a sand grinding wearing them down causing the pump’s performance and efficiency to drop causing longer run times. After the wastewater and sand is pumped into the force main, the sand continues to grind away on the internal pipe surfaces, especially on the bottom of the pipe because the sand is denser than the mostly liquid wastewater effluent. This destructive grinding of the force main continues during its journey to the George T. Lohmeyer WWTP. The WWTP operations staff indicated between 30% to 50% increased wastewater influent volume is due to the infiltrated sand and groundwater.
Pipelining contractors have already rehabilitated most of the old deteriorated and damaged clay sanitary sewer gravity collection mains by installing trenchless inert inner lining material inside of the existing mains to restore them to elimi- nate the infiltration/inflow of groundwater and sand that has been severely damaging the entire wastewater systems over many years. The new lining material has an expected service life of approximately 100 years.
The City has also contracted experienced underground contractors to collectively construct a new 7.5 mile 48-inch diameter “redundant” ductile iron force main to provide another backbone force main paralleling the existing 54-inch diameter force main from the George T. Lohmeyer WWTP to the north Coral Ridge Lift Station. Once this new 48-inch diameter force main has been completed and placed in service, pipelining contractors will rehabilitate the old deterio- rated 54-inch diameter force main by installing trenchless inert inner lining material inside to restore the existing main to provide a service life estimated around 100 years. Both of these large backbone force mains will have critical inter- connections with one another and with the many lift station force mains connected to these backbone force mains to provide greater reliability and flexibility to minimize potential service interruptions to maintain continuous wastewater flows to the George T. Lohmeyer WWTP.
There are currently over 150 City infrastructure projects in active stages of planning, design, bidding and construction that can be viewed by visiting LauderWorks at www.fortlauderdale.gov/lauderworks. Also, if you would like a publication providing Infrastructure Update Fort Lauderdale describing the various construction projects, including a location map, the publication is available by calling 954-828-4755 or email [email protected].
34 visit www.ImperialPoint.org for more info REPRESENTATIVE CHIP LAMARCA
I have been in constant contact with Lt. Governor Jeanette Nunez and the Florida De- partment of Health (DOH) in order to stay informed and with other members of the Florida Legislature in regards to the recent news of citizens contracting coronavirus in Florida.
Lt. Governor Nunez explained that “DOH is closely monitoring the situation… Florida is prepared.” There is an increased risk for health care workers, individuals with lower respiratory issues, as well as the elderly and sick so monitoring at nursing homes and assisted living has increased.
I have continued to participate on statewide calls with the Florida Ports Council, U.S. Coast Guards, along with directors from Port Everglades, Port Miami, Port Canaveral, Port Tampa, and Port Jacksonville on the potential from the Coronavirus.
As cases of coronavirus are confirmed here Florida, our ports and transportation sec- tor should be one of our top concerns when it comes to preventative health measures for employees and the impact to our economy. Florida ports generate nearly 900,000 Representative Chip LaMarca direct and indirect jobs and contribute $117.6 billion in economic value to Florida. It is my goal to update residents on the impact on the state’s economy and public health. Our port system is the backbone of the Florida economy. Whether it is fuel supplies, the trucking and rail industry getting goods to our consumers, or our tourists visiting through our cruise terminals, it all originates at our ports.
The U.S. Coast Guard updated me on passenger and cargo vessels entering the U.S. It is imperative that our state and federal transportation and law enforcement organizations are coordinating to take preventative measures to contain the spread of this virus. I am proud to report that our ports are in fact taking these additional steps to keep our tourists, workforce, and citizens protected.
The World Health Organiza- tion says that common signs of infection include respiratory THE LAMARCA LETTER COVID-19 UPDATE EDITION symptoms, fever, cough, and shortness of breath and breath- Please continue to visit coronavirus.gov to keep informed about the outbreak. ing difficulties. If you are experi- The most up-to-date information and guidance can be found via the Centers encing these symptoms please for Disease Control and Prevention Coronavirus Disease 2019 website (here). do not hesitate to seek medi- You are also encouraged to follow HHS, CDC, and other agency social media cal attention and get tested for channels for up-to-date information. coronavirus The Coronavirus Task Force holds national briefings which can be viewed live It is being recommended that www.whitehouse.gov/live travel to China, South Korea, Iran, and Italy be postponed or Expanding Testing Accessibility cancelled, unless for an emer- The President signed legislation that will ensure Americans are able to be gency. tested for free.
Under the leadership of Gov- The Administration is actively working with state and local partners and the ernor DeSantis, the Florida De- private sector to open up drive-through testing sites. partment of Health has set up a 24-hour hotline if anyone has President Donald J. Trump announced the approval of existing drugs to any questions or concerns. The test a COVID-19 treatment. The FDA continues to expand its work regarding hotline number is 1-866-779- therapeutic options and has a vaccine trial underway. 6121. Please stay informed, not panicked. Strengthening Essential Medical Supplies As always, it is a tremendous The President signed a memorandum directing his Administration to make honor to serve you as your State general-use face masks available to healthcare workers. HHS announced it will Representative in Tallahassee. be purchasing 500 million N95 respirators for the Strategic National Stockpile.
The Department of Defense announced it will be providing 5 million respirator masks and 2,000 specialized ventilators to assist.
Representative Chip LaMarca Representative Chip LaMarca Florida House District 93
Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 35 The 2020 Census shapes your future.
It is important to count every person living in your household, even if they are staying only temporarily.
This includes relatives, non relatives, and children as young as one day old.
Every household will have the option of responding online, by mail, or by phone.
Coming to your mailbox starting March 12th.
For more information visit: Broward.org/Census2020
Connect with us @BrowardCensus
36 visit www.ImperialPoint.org for more info A Complete 2020 Census Count Will Have an Enormous Impact on the Health, Safety, and Welfare of Broward Residents for the Next 10 Years By Broward County Commissioner Lamar Fisher, District 4 February 24, 2020
The 2020 Census is almost here, and the importance of responding to the census cannot be overstated.
The U.S. Constitution requires a population count every ten years of each person living in the United States, regardless of citizenship status or how long a person has been living here. The 2020 Census count will impact the distribution of approximately $1.5 trillion dollars of federal funding per year, over the next 10 years, to state and local governments across the country.
The money supports vital federal assistance programs such as Medicare and Medicaid. It helps city and county governments determine where to build new parks, transportation infrastructure, hospitals, health clinics, and community programs that benefit people of all ages. In addition, the census count is used to determine the number of elected officials in Congress representing our communities, as well as the boundaries for state legislative districts.
Between March 12 and 20, most households will receive a postcard invitation in the mail with instructions on how to respond to the census online. If you do not wish to respond online, the postcard will contain a telephone number that you can call to respond over the phone or to request a paper form in the mail. Assistance on filling out your form or answering any other questions will be available in 59 languages. When filling out your census form, it’s critical to count every person who is living in your household, even if that person is not a family member.
It is important to know that your responses to the 2020 Census are secure and confidential. The U.S. Census Bureau is required under federal law to keep all of your answers confidential, and no governmental agency will have access to the information contained in your census form.
To learn more about the 2020 Census and why it matters for our community, visit Broward.org/census2020.
Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 37 A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM COMMISSIONER HEATHER MORAITIS
Just a friendly reminder to our neighbors that all beaches in the City of Fort Lauderdale and Broward County are closed. This applies to both public and private beaches.
The City closed its public beaches on March 15. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis then issued Executive Order 20-70 on March 20, which closed all public and private beaches throughout Broward County and Palm Beach County.
We appreciate the outstanding cooperation we are receiving from our neighbors who are complying with all of the emergency regulations that are in place and doing their part to help protect each other, limit public gatherings, and slow the spread of the corona virus.
For more details about the emergency measures currently in place in the City of Fort Lauderdale, please visit www.fortlauderdale.gov/coronavirus
Ways to Stay in Touch The City of Fort Lauderdale offers numerous ways for neighbors to receive important information and updates: Commissioner Heather Moraitis · Monitor the City website at www.fortlauderdale.gov · Register for CodeRED alerts · If you live in Fort Lauderdale, join NextDoor · Follow us on Twitter @FTLCityNews · Like us on Facebook @CityofFortLauderdale · Get E-news delivered to your inbox · Download the Lauderserv App on your smartphone or tablet · Contact our 24-hour Customer Service Center at 954-828-8000
Commissioner Heather Moraitis
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The 2020 NEWS at Imperial Square is that we have new tenants for the neighborhood. STATE FARM INSURANCE OWNED BY DANNY FERNANDEZ is ready to solve your insurance issues. UNCLE LOUIE G’S ITALIAN ICES AND ICE CREAM invites you to taste their tempting Italian ices and 80 ice cream flavors. PANERA BREAD BAKERY has a new look and new bakery items to delight the whole family. TEEJAY THAI SUSHI AND LOUNGE has your favorite cocktails and small plates at great Happy Hour prices. TEEJAYS also has a full menu with a variety of dishes that will delight the whole family. Try their wonderful rice and noodle dishes or indulge in the tapas menu – it’s the best in town. BUFARELLA PIZZA has a new menu for 2020 with new prices. The wonderful wood burning pizza oven makes a delicious, authentic Italian pizza. You can order healthy EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTS of fresh fruit and chocolate-covered delights, plus treats and unique arrangements for all your parties. And they make great birthday and get-well gifts. Beautiful and delicious arrangements and custom requests are welcome.
IN SYNC SALON AND SPA will have you turning heads with their 2020 hairstyles. The salon has a full-service spa and offers gift certificates for that hard-to-buy-for friend or family member. The GOLDEN CLIPPER OLD FASHIONED BARBER SHOP is a fun place for gentlemen of all ages to get 2020’s best hairstyles. VIRGILIUS MEN’S AND WOMEN’S FASHIONS features unique 2020 spring clothing – stop by for just the right gift or get a gift certificate for someone special. EXPEDIA CRUISE SHIP CENTER has great 2020 cruise deals for late 2020. Plan now for an exciting experience the whole family can enjoy.
FEDEX OFFICE will get your packages and gifts to places near or far safely and on time. MELTINI KITCHEN & BATH can make your home extra special for 2020. Visit their shop and see what they have to spruce up your house at very competitive pricing.
2020 is the perfect opportunity to give a unique gift of dance lessons from the professionals at FRED ASTAIRE DANCE STUDIO or a gift certificate from BROCK ATHLETIC PILATES STUDIO. STRETCH ZONE has gift certificates for their specialized stretch method that makes your body feel and move years younger.
Our restaurants have catering menus for you to be able to entertain at your house or office and still ENJOY. Be sure to order EARLY! Don’t forget that dining with friends and family is special on our outdoor patios, too.
Give the gift of hearing at our HEARING CENTER with their expert staff ready to help clients in 2020 with the gift of hearing. How about a 2020 monthly membership from our GYM & FITNESS CENTER? Check them out on the second floor at Imperial Square. DR. BRICKELL’S CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE is ready to help you live free from pain in 2020. WEIGHT WATCHERS is a great place to start your 2020 getting healthy and feeling great.
EXECUTIVE CLEANERS will keep your clothes perfect for your next event with fast service when you need it most. HOME CARE ASSISTANCE is located in Imperial Square to help anyone needing homecare assistance of all types. IMPERIAL SQUARE is right in your backyard. Keep it local and come enjoy our Outdoor Fresh Air shopping center!
Imperial Point Association - April/May 2020 39 CITY OF FORT LAUDERDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Detective Ali Adamson Public Information Officer March 20, 2020 (954) 828-6433 [email protected] FLPD’S STATEMENT ON CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) UPDATED 3.20.20: In an abundance of caution and to minimize the risk of exposure, the Fort Lauderdale Police Department is modifying its Evidence Unit hours. Until further notice, the Evidence Unit will be open to the public on Mondays, by appointment only. To make an appointment with the Evidence Unit, please call (954) 828-5450.
ORIGINAL 3.13.20: The Fort Lauderdale Police Department is closely monitoring the development of coronavirus (COVID-19). On Friday afternoon, the Mayor of the City Fort Lauderdale signed a Declaration of Emergency Regulations. The Fort Lauderdale Police Department is taking necessary precautions for the safety and well-being of the community we serve. Preventative measures are now in place to reduce the risk of exposure to you, your loved ones and our first responders. In an abundance of caution, the Fort Lauderdale Police Department will be suspending the following services for the next 30 days: • Fingerprinting Services • Ride-Alongs • Use of/access to police facilities (with the exception of the police station lobby) • Attendance at Homeowners’/Civic Association meetings • Community engagement activities In the event of an emergency, or of a crime in-progress, please continue to call 911. Responding officers may take extra precautions such as, wearing personal protective equipment and avoiding physical contact (e.g., handshakes and high-fives). In non-emergency incidents, where an in-person interaction is required, officers may encourage these interactions to take place outdoors. Additionally, the police department lobby will remain open to the public. In lieu of visiting the lobby, those reporting non- emergency incidents are encouraged to call 954-764-HELP (4357) and make a report via phone. During the next few weeks, the Fort Lauderdale Police Department asks for your understanding as this information is subject to change. Updates will be provided as they become available.
P.R.# 2020-016 www.FLPD.org OR# N/A
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