October / November / December 2011 the Tam-A-Gram Is the Official Publication of the City of Tamarac, Florida

THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA

October / November / December 2011 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 Office. 10 | 11 | 12 | 2011 Reader questions and comments are welcome. Please send your comments to: 3 4 Public Information Office Attn.: Tam-A-Gram 7525 N.W. 88th Avenue BSO Corner Fall Happenings Tamarac, Florida 33321 Bullying. What to know. Enjoy Tamarac traditions. You may also email your comments, or questions, to Chad Quinn, Public Information and Media Specialist, at: [email protected]. 8 10 Please include “Tam-A-Gram” in the subject line of your email. New Garbage Service A Local Gem To submit “Life in Tamarac”, or “Who Reads Us” New Company. New Service. New Carts. Tamarac Theatre of the Performing Arts photos, please send high-resolution photos to [email protected]. 1 ��First Things The Tam-A-Gram, and other City publications, History in the making... new displays by the Tamarac Historical Society; are available online at www.tamarac.org/publi- Grants available for seniors and veterans; Tamarac University is just around cations; or for an enhanced viewing/reading ex- the corner; Fleet wins an award; Fire Rescue welcomes new recruits; and perience, visit www.tamarac.org/issuu. Life in Tamarac!

CITY COMMISSION: 6 ��Neighborhood Meetings! Pamela Bushnell, Mayor Mark your calendars for the latest round of a Meeting in the Neighborhood! Michelle J. Gomez, Vice Mayor, District 2 Come out and meet your elected officials and City staff... Marion Swenson, Commissioner, District 1 Diane Glasser, Commissioner, District 3 6 ��Code Q&A Harry Dressler, Commissioner, District 4 You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers... This issue, we go to the dogs!

CITY MANAGER: 7 ��New Way to Pay Another great way to pay your utility bill... now make payments over the Michael C. Cernech phone. Quick. Simple. Secure.

PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE: 7 ��Building Outreach Editor/Creative Director: Get to know your City! The Building Department is coming to you... Chad J. Quinn, Public Information and Media Specialist 7 ��Tamarac on Forbes Top 25 Tamarac makes the list of Forbes’ “25 Top Suburbs for Retirement.”

Transit/Shuttle Bus (954) 597-3649 IMPORTANT NUMBERS Police/BSO Tamarac District (Non-Emergency) (954) 720-2225 MAIN NUMBER (954) 597-3500 Code Compliance (954) 597-3425 Public Works (954) 597-3700 ADA Coordinator/Accessibility (954) 597-3505 Business Revenue (954) 597-3536 Engineering (954) 597-3712 1(800)955-8770 (Voice) Financial Services (954) 597-3550 Recycling & Trash Hotline (954) 597-3740 1(800)955-8771 (TTY) Purchasing (954) 597-3570 Utilities (954) 597-3750 Citizen Hotline (954) 718-1800 Fire Rescue (Non-Emergency) (954) 597-3800 Customer Service (954) 597-3590 (Activated During Emergencies) Human Resources (954) 597-3600 Utilities (leaks, breaks, etc.) (954) 597-3750 Building Services (954) 597-3420 Job Line (954) 597-3615 Water Treatment Plant (954) 597-3775 Building Inspections (954) 597-3430 Risk Management (954) 597-3613 (Also used for 24-hour Utilities emergencies.) Building Permitting and Mayor and Commission (954) 597-3460 Service Providers: Inspection Results (954) 597-3435 Parks & Recreation (954) 597-3620 All Service Refuse (954) 583-1830 City Clerk’s Office (954) 597-3505 Community Center (954) 597-3620 Comcast Cable (954) 252-1937 City Commission (954) 597-3460 Customer Service (954) 597-3590 Library (Tamarac Branch) (954) 720-2282 City Manager’s Office (954) 597-3510 Caporella Aquatic Center (954) 597-3660 Post Office (Tamarac Branch) (954) 722-3152 PIO (Media) (954) 597-3523 Caporella Fitness Center (954) 597-3661 Tamarac Theatre (954) 726-7898 Community Development (954) 597-3530 Social Services (954) 597-3642 Waste Management (954) 974-7500 NOTICE: Please note, effective Friday, September 30, 2011, the City of Tama- rac’s City Clerk’s Office will no longer accept or process United States passport applications. For more information about passports, or for a list of alternative pass-

port acceptance facilities, please visit TAG / PAGE 1 the United States Department of State’s website at www.state.gov.

HISTORY: The Tamarac Historical So- ciety has been working diligently to con- serve, record and tell the City’s history. Be sure to check out their latest display, “Early Tamarac Notables,” located at the Tamarac Community Center, and “Tam- arac’s Public Art,” located in the atrium at City Hall. Also, be sure to go online to the Historical Society’s web site tamarachis- toricalsociety.blogspot.com for more information about these amazing displays. As always, the Historical Society is inter- ested in your photos, memorabilia, and stories… email them at history@tamarac. org, or call (954) 597-3523.

GRANTS: The Home DepotContinued: Foundation Page 2 has awarded Tamarac limited funds for the purchase of supplies that will assist you with addressing code violations such as painting of driveways and other small projects. These grants are available on a first come, first serve basis through Decem- ber 30, 2011. An application with demon- strated financial hardship is required. For more information, and eligibility requirements, please call Tamarac’s Social Ser- vices Division at (954) 597-3626 to see if you are eligible. Funding for these Com- munity Impact Grants is provided by the Home Depot Foundation. PHOTOS: Scan this QR Code to view more UNIVERSITY: Tamarac University, the photos of these great City of Tamarac’s annual citizen acad- NEW FIRE FIGHTERS: This past July, the City of Tamarac’s Fire events as well as other emy, is a ten week interactive behind- Rescue Department welcomed seven new Firefighter/Paramedics: happenings in the City Hazel Alzugaray, Jason Bua, Christopher Rogers, Job Maria, of Tamarac. Links to: the-scenes look at the inner-workings www.tamarac.org/photos. of your city government! Be on the look Jonathan Neary, Paul Onarati, and Michael Stairs. Above are photos from the badging ceremony which was held on Thursday, out for applications for the 2012 Class of July 28, 2011 (see story page 3) which officially marked the end of their training period — the TU beginning January 1, 2012 — appli- new recuits recieved their helmets and badges as friends, family, and new co-workers looked cations will be available at City Hall and on. Congratulations... and welcome! For more photos from other recent events and happenings the Tamarac Community Center as well in the City such as City Commission Meetings, the Fire Rescue Badging Ceremony, the July 4th Continued: Page 2 festivities, and so much more, visit www.tamarac.org/photos.

www.tamarac.org The South Florida branch of the American Public Works Association awarded the Photo: Carlos Mojica Tamarac Public Works Fleet Division the 2010 Meritorious Service Award. The award was given to the Fleet Division TAG / PAGE 2 / PAGE TAG for serving as a “role model in the imple- mentation of efficient ways to team problem solving and dedicated service to the residents of the City of Tamarac, Florida.” The Public Works Fleet Division is re- sponsible for a wide range of services and E WANT YOUR PHOTOS! We’re looking for photos taken by residents equipment, including the maintenance and of everyday life and happenings in Tamarac, like the one above taken by upkeep of over 600 pieces of equipment, W Carlos Mojica, of the Tamarac Youth Soccer League U14 Division at the from fire trucks to generators; pump sta- Tamarac Sports Complex. Carlos says Tamarac is a “nice place to live.” tions to heavy equipment. On average the Do you have a photo showing “Life in Tamarac”? If so, please send your high-reso- team performs scheduled maintenance lution [only] photos via email to: [email protected]. Be sure to include your on over 270 pieces of equipment every full name, telephone number and a brief description of the photo. Also, be sure to month, focusing on preventative mainte- include a quote on why you enjoy living in Tamarac, The City for Your Life! nance in order to keep the City moving!

First Things | Continued From: Page 1 as on-line at www.tamarac.org/TU. 2012 will mark the sixth year of TU, be sure to get your application in for your chance to join this unique program.

VOLUNTEERS: Congratulations to Amy Redman who has been selected as the Vol- unteer of the Quarter for the third quarter of 2011. Amy is one of the Charter Members of the Tamarac Historical Society; she has been a very active member of the City’s Historical Society since it began in July 2009. Amy’s hard work and dedication is invaluable. Her work has helped the Historical Society to accom- THE SMITH FAMILY: LOGAN, ALEXIS, AND DREW plish a great deal, and much of her [most recent] work can be seen at displays at City Hall The Smith family took a break from playing in the surf to catch up on the latest happenings and the Community Center. Special thanks in Tamarac while on a recent vacation to Fort Meyers Beach. Logan (age 6), Alexis (age 10), to Amy for all she has done, and continues to and Drew (age 8) are the children of Andrew Smith, a Criminal Investigations Sergeant do to make the Historical Society a success. with the BSO Tamarac District, and Emilie Smith, a Management and Budget Analyst If you would like to become a volunteer with in the City’s Finance Department. To submit your own pictures, send high-resolution the City, contact Rose Cure Persad, Social [only] photos to [email protected]. Please note, the photo must be of this issue Services Supervisor, at (954) 597-597-3642, of the Tam-A-Gram in order to be considered for publication in the next issue. Please or email [email protected]. note, due to space constraints, not all photos are published.

www.tamarac.org FIRE RESCUE CORNER [what to know about]

BSO CORNER Bullying

among chil- Policy which prohibits bullying of or by BULLYINGdren is ag- any district student or employee. It is gressive behavior that is intentional and important that parents become familiar City of Tamarac recently wel- involves an imbalance of power or strength. with the policy. For a copy of the policy THEcomed seven new Firefighter/ A child who is being bullied has a hard time or to ask any questions, please contact Paramedics to the Fire Rescue Department. defending him or herself. Usually, bullying your child’s school or the Broward County The City posted the positions in December is repeated over time. Bullying can take School Board at (754) 321-0000. 2010 and more than 130 people applied. many forms such as physical, verbal, These seven new recruits endured a emotional and cyber-bullying. What to do if you suspect your child is comprehensive application, assessment, being bullied: and training process consisting of a written Signs that your child might be bullied: • Talk with your child. Be supportive and test, fire skills and medical assessments, • Torn clothes gather information about the bullying. and panel and one-on-one interviews. Each • Loss of appetite • Report suspected bullying to your step narrowed the field of recruits until the • Mood changes child’s school. You may make an final seven were left: Hazel Alzugaray, • Reluctance to go to school anonymous report by calling the dis- Jason Bua, Christopher Rogers, Job • Bruises or injuries that can’t be trict’s hotline at (754) 321-0911 or by Maria, Jonathan Neary, Paul Onarati, and explained visiting www.browardschools.com. Michael Stairs. These final seven began an intensive Signs that your child might be engaging CYBER-BULLYING: Cyber-bullying occurs training in July which included 4-weeks of in bullying behavior: when children or teens use the internet, both fire and medical training, including • Impulsiveness cell phones or other devices to send or heavy extrication exercises in over 90-de- • No empathy for others post text or images intended to hurt or gree heat, and live fire training at night with • A desire to be in control embarrass other children or teens. This temperatures that can reach over 1,200 • May be an arrogant and boastful winner can include sending mean, vulgar, or degrees! and poor loser in competitive games threatening messages or images; posting The training period was capped off by a sensitive, private information about another badging ceremony held on July 28, 2011 at ANTI-BULLYING POLICY: The Broward person; or pretending to be someone else Tamarac Fire Station 15 (Fire Rescue head- County School District has an Anti-Bullying Continued: Page 11 quarters). The new Firefighter/Paramedics officially received their helmets and badges as their friends, family, and new co-workers looked on. (See page 1 for photos from the badging ceremony.) Division Chief for Training and Safety Pat- rick Kendrick, who got to know the recruits very well throughout the process, summed it up best when he said, “This was a resilient BSO TAMARAC AT HALLOWEEN HOOPLA group who never stopped trying, did every- The Broward Sheriff’s Office Tamarac District will once thing they were directed to do without hes- 29 | again participate in the City of Tamarac’s Halloween BSO: The BSO website is itation and still managed to keep a sense a great resource for useful 10 Hoopla event on on Saturday, October 29, 2011, 6:00 of humor. All are really great young people information; from crime - 8:00 p.m at Tamarac Park (7501 N. University Dr.). On hand prevention and safety tips, who will be assets to the department and will be BSO equipment and specialty vehicles, along with to crime statistics and the City for many years to come. I’m very giveaways, child fingerprinting, Explorer Post 7 and crime booking information. Links proud of them!” prevention information. For more details about Halloween to: www.sheriff.org. Hoopla event, Flip For It! and read the Discovery! www.tamarac.org HAPPENINGS

Treats. Trot. Tradition. EVENTS City’s most cherished and popular traditions such as... so much more than cooler weather—it brings some of the brings Fall that Tamaracknow of visitors and Residents

Trick or Treat Tamarac! Tamarac’s Turkey Trot: Join us Thanksgiving Light Up Tamarac! Tamarac’s annu- 7 | 29 24 | annual Halloween Hoopla and BSO | Day, November 24, 2011 — race starts al Holiday Lighting festival will take 12 11 10 National Night Out Against Crime at 7:30 a.m.! Go at your own pace, run place on Wednesday, December 7, will be held on Saturday, October 29, 2011 or walk the 5k course which starts at 77 2011 at the Tamarac Community Center from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Tamarac Multi- Street and N.W. 88 Avenue, winds through (8601 W. Commercial Boulevard). Starting Purpose Center (7501 N. University Drive). the Woodmont Community and ends at at 6:00 p.m., get your holidays started with Kids will enjoy costume contests, face paint- City Hall. Participants are treated to a va- the sights and sounds of the season. This ing, free Halloween treats, games, music, riety of refreshments and entertainment. wonderful event includes a concert by Tam- displays of BSO vehicles and equipment, Awards are given to the top three runners arac’s local school choirs, a visit by Santa, and so much more! The best costume wins in each age group and the top three overall. magic show, and the lighting of the City’s a great prize. More information: (954) 597-3620. holiday tree, Menorah and Nativity Scene! 8th Annual Taste of Tamarac Join the Tamarac Chamber of Commerce and the City 29 | of Tamarac Saturday, October 29, 2011, 11:30 a.m. - 3:30

10 p.m. for the 8th Annual Taste of Tamarac & Business Expo—an afternoon of family fun featuring some of the areas favorite restaurants and caterers serving fabulous food and delicious desserts. In addition to the great food, you and your family will enjoy an informational business expo, great entertainment, a spectacular car show, puppet shows, costume EVENTS: Something for everyone! That’s contest, pumpkin decorating, trick or treating for the kids and our goal... join us this so much more! New this year... a 70’s Costume Contest & year for our annual Fall Dance Contest for the Adults! Come ready to shake your groove events. Whether you’re thang... Admission is $10.00 per person at the door (pay for looking for treats or a trot around our 5k course, one adult admission, the second is FREE!), children under 12 or perhaps you’d like to are FREE! For more information, contact the Tamarac Chamber simply enjoy our holiday of Commerce at (954) 722-1520. Please bring a non-perishable lighting tradition, we have you covered. Be sure to food item to help assist needy families! check out photos from our events at: www.tamarac. org/photos. (Or scan the QR Code above!) COVER STORY

As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.”

- JOHN FITZGERALD KENNEDY

Honoring our Veterans: Celebrate your on June 28, 1919 — November 11 was chosen 11 | patriotism and say “thank you” to our because the unofficial armistice, or cessation

11 country’s veterans by joining the City of hostilities between the Allied nations and of Tamarac’s tradition of honoring our heroes Germany, took affect on the eleventh hour of at the City’s annual Veterans Day Ceremo- the eleventh day of the eleventh month (1918). ny to be held at Veterans Memorial Park (7825 An act of Congress in May 1938 made Armi- Southgate Boulevard; corner of University Drive stice Day a legal holiday. In 1954, at the urg- and Southgate Boulevard). Thursday, Novem- ing of veterans groups, the Act was amended HISTORY: Information ber 11, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. Refreshments will be to strike the word “Armistice” and replace it for this article came from served after the event. with “Veterans” to better represent those who the U.S. Department of had served in all the Country’s wars. This day Veterans Affairs. From WHY WE CELEBRATE: Originally called Armi- helps to focus attention on the important pur- Armistice Day to Veterans Day; scan the QR Code stice Day to commemorate the ending of “The pose of Veterans Day: A celebration to honor above for more information Great War”, World War I, this holiday was first America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of about the history behind celebrated in 1919, a year after the end of the country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice the day we set aside to honor our veterans. Links war and the signing of the Treaty of Versailles for the common good. to: www.va.gov.

www.tamarac.org COMMUNITY CODE CORNER

Q: There are people in my neighborhood who do not clean up after their dogs — it’s disgusting, unsanitary and rude! What can They’re back! In the coming weeks be on the lookout for those familiar postcards an- the City do about this problem? – District 2 Resident nouncing a Meeting in the Neighborhood... specifically your neighborhood (actually A: Dog Waste: Well, let me first say that General pet guidelines: your Commission District). we completely agree with your adjectives. If you own a pet within the City of Tamarac,

TAG / PAGE 6 / PAGE TAG Join your elected officials and City Anyone who takes on the responsibility as- there are some things that you should be staff for an informative Neighborhood sociated with owning a pet, in this case a made aware of: Meeting. These meetings provide an dog, must be willing to accept ALL of the • By definition,”owner” is determined opportunity to ask questions about what responsibility associated with that animal. to be the person owning, harboring matters to you and your neighbors. Find Cleaning up after your dog is a part of that or maintaining custody of an animal. out what’s happening in your neighbor- — of course it isn’t pleasant to pick up, but • All animals are required to be on a hood... and the rest of Tamarac. that waste being left behind for others is leash, and securely controlled, when For more information, or if you do not even less pleasant. not on your property. receive a postcard, please call: (954) 597- We’ve been receiving an increase in the • Pet owners are required to clean-up 3530. The complete list of Neighborhood number of citizen calls about Fido doing his (remove excrement) after their animals Meetings is below... mark your calendar! business in the neighbors’ yard, in medians, – this is the case whether on public or If you are unsure about what Commis- or in City parks (by the way, dogs are only private property not belonging to you. sion District you live in, visit www.tamarac. allowed at the City’s dog park — and yes, • City of Tamarac and Broward County org/CommissionDistricts. you are expected to clean up after your dog ordinances regulate what household there as well... we make it easy for you with pets are permitted. OCTOBER 5 | 6:30 P.M. waste stations with disposal bags). The City • Livestock animals are prohibited as District 3 Code section 4-4 requires that any excre- pets. Commissioner Diane Glasser ment left by your dog be picked up and • Pit Bulls: Per City Code Article II Sec Kings Point Clubhouse disposed of properly. However, the prac- 4-29, all Pit Bull Breeds are required 7620 Nob Hill Road tical enforcement of that provision is dif- to be registered with the City Clerk’s ficult at best based on the itinerant nature Office (954) 597-3505 and have prop- OCTOBER 19 | 6:30 P.M. of the violation. If the Code Division re- er documentation. District 4 ceives a complaint of this nature, generally Commissioner Harry Dressler we will send a “Dear John” type letter that Stray Animals: Tamarac Community Center basically says that the dog was witnessed Stray animals are potential public safety 8601 W. Commercial Boulevard doing it and you as the owner are respon- risks and may carry unknown diseases or NOVEMBER 2 | 6:30 P.M. sible for cleanup. But in order to send this be aggressive, therefore it is unlawful for District 2 case to a hearing for some type of enforce- any person to feed/leave food out for stray Vice Mayor Michelle J. Gomez ment, the act would need to be witnessed and/or non domesticated animals within Challenger Elementary by a Code Officer. the City of Tamarac. 5703 N.W. 94 Avenue

NOVEMBER 30 | 6:30 P.M. District 1 Commissioner Marion Swenson Mainlands 1 & 2 Clubhouse 4301 Mainland Drive Please note, the Mayor and other City Commissioners may be in attendance at one or more meeting.

www.tamarac.org COMMUNITY NEW! PHONE PAYMENTS Get to know your City...

This Fall Tamarac’s Building Depart- ment will be reaching out to residents through a new Building Outreach Pro- gram. Building Department staff will attend homeowner association meet- TAG / PAGE 7 ings to speak with, and educate, residents about issues relating to permits, building codes and building code violations, liens, and the best way to obtain In an effort to streamline our operations ment; check payment history; check bill- compliance if you are cited for a build- and improve customer service, the City of ing history; and request fax receipts of ing violation on your property. Dur- Tamarac has implemented a new option to payments. ing these meetings staff will be able to pay your Utility Bill, an Interactive Voice With so many options available, the IVR provide residents with instantaneous Response (IVR) system — the Telephone system offers you a great way to keep cur- permit and lien history on their prop- Payment System. rent with your utility account 24/7 — when- erties, along with advice and solutions This is a great new option! The automat- ever it fits your busy schedule — using a on how best to deal with any violations. ed telephone payment system compliments VISA® or MasterCard®. Of course you can The Building Department staff will be our other payment options, such as online still speak to a live customer service rep- contacting HOAs in the coming months payments and automatic payments (see resentative any time during regular busi- to schedule visits. For more informa- the April/May/June 2011 issue of the Tam- ness hours. tion, or to schedule a visit on behalf of A-Gram for more details). One quick, sim- This same system will soon be available your HOA, please contact Pat Richard- ple, and secure call to (954) 597-3590 and for transactions relating to the City’s Building son, Chief Electrical Inspector, at (954) you’re done! Department... soon you’ll be able to sched- 597-3442, or email patrick.richardson@ You can access the system by phone to: ule and check the status of inspections, and tamarac.org. check account information; make a pay- so much more, right from your phone! Tamarac on Forbes Top orbes named the City of Tamarac to mous Florida weather and no-income-tax service programs and activities such as a its recent list of the “25 Top Suburbs environment.” popular senior program at the Communi- F for Retirement.” The list was com- “We’re thrilled with this designation,” ty Center, a variety of sports leagues that piled by comparing cities that were with- stated Tamarac Mayor Pam Bushnell. “Each fill our ball fields year-round, after-school in 25 miles of major cities and the cultural, of the qualities they mentioned which programs, one of the only skate parks in the sporting and other destinations and attrac- appeals to retirees are also what make area, classes (from jewelry making to car- tions they offer, as well as the cost of living, Tamarac so appealing to people of all ages! tooning, and everything in between), a fit- proximity to higher education and access to This truly is the City for Your Life!” ness and aquatic center and so much more. public transportation as key factors. Tamarac offers amenities which attract The Forbes’ designation compliments a pre- Tamarac, the only city in Florida to be people of all ages. In addition to one of vious honor Tamarac received; the City won named to Forbes’ list, was included for hav- the lowest crime rates in Broward County, the U.S. Department of Health and Human ing an average home price under $200,000, some of the most affordable home prices, Services’ 2005 “Livable Cities for all Ages” a hospital within the cities’ boundaries, and one of the highest per-capita recycling competition in the “Small Communities” availability of mass transit, and “the fa- rates in South Florida, the City offers social (populations 100,000 and Under) category.

www.tamarac.org TAG / PAGE 8 www.tamarac.org the morestreamlined single-streamrecyclingprogram. of dumpsters.We doexpectthatmanyofthesecommunities willseeadecreasedueto and preferencesofthe communitiesbeingserved,suchasfrequency ofpick-upsandsize is notlistedbecausethe pricingisdeterminedbymanyfactorsbased upontherequirements commercial wastewillbephased-ininOctober 2013.**Thepricingformulti-familyresidences *Residential wastecollectionbyWaste ManagementbeginsOctober1,2011. Collectionof wheels andhandlefacingtoward your home. Please keepinmind,cartsmustbeplacedatthecurb with truck. the in contents the empty and cart the lift to arm botic creasing itscarbonfootprint(seesidebar). ments theCity’s greeninitiatives anditscommitmentto de- for WMinSouthFlorida.Theuseofthesenewtruckscompli - (compressed natural gas) powered, automated trucks, the first they will begin servicing Tamarac with a fleet of 14 new CNG clables inrear-load truckswithtippers.However, inFebruary, in late-July/early-August). by respondingtoapostcardthatwas mailed toeachresidence idents hadtheoptiontopre-registerforalargerorsmallercart er 65-gallonwheeledcartwithayellow lidforrecyclables(res- 65-gallon wheeled cart with a green lid for garbage and anoth- delivering newcartstoeachresidenceatnocost:onestandard green initiatives. es andlooksforward tohelpingcontinue thecommunity’s businesses withreliabletrashcollectionandrecyclingservic- Waste Managementwillbeproviding Tamarac residentsand around optionfortheCity. ation process,Waste Management was selectedasthebestall evalu- extensive an after which, of proposals five in resulted ily residential;andfive additionalhaulersforcommercial.*) (Previously theCityhadmultiplevendors, oneforsingle-familyresidential;anothermulti-fam- garbage contract – the goal was to see if service and efficiency could be improved at a reduced cost. trash andrecyclingservices.Ithadbeenover 15years sincetheCitylastwent outtobidfortheir Beginning October1,2011Waste Management willbetheCityofTamarac’s newsingleproviderof COMMUNITY The truckswillhave onlyonedriver andanautomatedro- Initially, WMdrivers willbepickingupgarbageandrecy- Beginning inOctober, Waste Management(WM)willbegin As thenation’s largestenvironmentalservicescompany, “We’re very pleased that our first CNG-powered, automated The City’s RequestforProposal(RFP)frompotential vendors garbage service. video aboutthenew find aninformational YouTube whereyoucan above linkstotheCity’s residents! The QRCode reducing costsforour the addedbenefitof achieved... alongwith goals havebeen initiatives. All of these existing environmental and improveupon, streamline, compliment, the newvendorhadto the City’s requirements, October 1*. As partof collection beginning taking overresidential Management, willbe new vendor, Waste garbage contract. The out tobidforanew City decidedtogo than fifteenyearsthe more GARBAGE: After KEEP THIS FLOOD INFO SPECIAL INSERT•IMPORTANT INFORMATION SPECIAL INSERT•IMPORTANT INFORMATION Construction debrisandhazardous waste a week ontheoppositedayofrecycling. ing, and bicycles) will be picked up once eter weekends throughouttheCity. weekend collectiondaysallowingforqui- new garbagecontractdoesnotincludeany carts delivered toyour home.)TheCity’s lection days;thedayswillalsobeon col- your of WM by notified be (Youwill carts mustbecurbsidepriorto7:00a.m. week. Collection begins at 7:00 a.m. All and Friday)Recyclablesonedayper week (MondayandThursdayorTuesday days. Garbagewillbepickeduptwiceper ed service,residentswillhave newservice the neighborhoodsofTamarac.” excited tobringthisgreentechnology trucks on the road nationwide and we’re powered gas) natural (liquefied LNG and agement nowhasmorethan1,000CNG fleet efficiency by 15% by 2020, Waste Man- ny’s goaltoreduceemissionsandincrease Waste Management.“As partofourcompa- Carter, Manager of Government Affairs for ing theresidentsofTamarac,” saidButch trucks inBroward Countywillbeservic - Bulk items(includingfurniture,carpet- Along withnew carts and newautomat- ENVIRONMENT

1 Photos Courtesy Waste Management Waste Courtesy Photos

2 The City of Tamarac has been a leader in environmental initiatives for many years. In fact, Tamarac was one of the first cities in Broward County to adopt (such as paint and motor oil) are not a recycling program in the early 1990’s. allowed as bulk items. Today, Tamarac has one of the highest per Yard clippings and vegetative capita recycling collection rates in South waste should be placed in the Gar- Florida. Other environmental initiatives bage Cart. Large clippings can be include a community garden, the distri- placed out for bulk collection. bution of low-flow water devices, rebates Waste Management will pick up on low-flow toilets***, the use of Florida- old garbage cans and bins. Please friendly landscaping in City medians, fa- mark them with an “X” in either cilities, and parks, as well as many more marker or tape and leave them 3 award-winning initiatives! AWARDS: Tam- curbside (be sure to wait until you arac’s environmental initiatives helped the receive your new carts before put- City earn a Gold Level Certification from ting out your old containers). the Florida Green Building Coalition (the Tamarac’s new, yellow-lid carts for City was the first in South Florida to earn recycling will expand opportunities the Silver Level Certification back in May for residents to participate in single- 2008). In addition, the City received the stream recycling. All paper items in- Milestone Achievement Award for Cli- cluding newspapers, magazines, junk mate Protection from ICLEI - Local Gov- Continued: Page 11 ernments for Sustainability. The Arbor Day Foundation named Tamarac a Tree City USA 1 for the eighteenth year in a row. Our part- Easy. Convenient. Clean. nership with Waste Management will help 2 Tamarac’s new single-family garbage collection is easy as 1, 2, 3... 1.) Simply roll us continue those efforts; we’re thrilled that your cart out to the curb, remember to leave the wheels facing your home. Waste our City will be the first in South Florida to 3 Management’s (WM) automated trucks will take care of the rest: 2.) The collection use CNG (compressed natural gas) garbage truck will position itself in front of your cart; 3.) The automated arm will dump trucks contributing to our commitment to the contents of your cart into the truck. The process is the same for both regular environment and our goal of reducing car- waste collection as well as recycling. For questions, call WM at 1-800-433-2300. bon emissions.

***Low-flow toilet rebates are available on a first-come first-served SPECIAL INSERT • IMPORTANT INFORMATION • SPECIAL INSERT basis for a limited time only, call the City of Tamarac’s Water Con- servation Specialist at (954) 597-3792 for more information. Learn more about the City’s Class 7 Flood Rating... this rating can re- duce your flood insurance premium up to 15%... check with your carrier. SPECIAL INSERT • IMPORTANT INFORMATION • SPECIAL INSERT www.tamarac.org BUSINESS CORNER

Photos Courtesy Tamarac Theatre of the Performing Arts / www.ttotpa.org. TAG / PAGE 10 / PAGE TAG

Tamarac’s very own local Theatre shines.

or over 31 years Tamarac has been the Theatre’s website at www.ttotpa.org. WHAT TO KNOW: home to a local cultural gem, the The Tamarac Theatre of the Performing Arts The Tamarac Theatre of the Performing F Tamarac Theatre of the Perform- offers a variety events throughout the year, Arts is a not-for-profit 501c3 tax exempt ing Arts. Formerly known as the White- from theatrical productions to lecture series. cultural arts organization which depends Willis Theatre (the name was changed six on contributions from the community, in LOCATED AT: years ago), the Tamarac Theatre is consid- Tamarac Theatre of the Performing Arts addition to ticket sales, to sustain its exis- ered to be one of the foremost small the- 7143 Pine Island Road tence. You or your company’s contributions atre companies in South Florida. (Corner of McNab Rd. and Pine Island Rd.) are greatly appreciated. Located at the Tamarac West Shopping (954) 724-7898 Today the Theatre is run by a devoted Center, on the corner of McNab and Pine group of individuals committed to keep- Island Roads, the Theatre is an intimate Theatre. ing the arts in Tamarac. They include: Bill playhouse (with less than 100 seats) which In addition to plays and musical pro- Schmookler, General Manager and Pro- presents five productions each year. The ductions, the Tamarac Theatre also hosts ducer; Lee Weinstein, Communication size of the Theatre contributes to the audi- a variety of lecture series, concerts, work- Technician; Rhoda Weinstein, Usher Co- ence’s unique feeling of being up close to shops, a children’s drama school, and more ordinator; Beverly Feren, Marketing Direc- the actors and a part of the action. throughout the year. tor; and Barbara Glickman, Box Office and Founded by Dorothy Willis, a long-time Performances are held on Saturday and Stage Manager, as well as several dedicat- supporter of the South Florida theatre Sunday; matinees are held at 2:00 p.m. both ed volunteers. community and a performer, producer, days and an evening performance is held Be sure to visit the Theatre… let’s help and writer in her own right, the Theatre at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday evenings. keep this amazing little gem in our City! is known for helping to develop local tal- Tickets are available at the box office and THEATRE: Use ent. “We are one of the few theatres that can be purchased in advance – discounts this QR Code to encourages new talent to audition for us, apply for purchasing tickets to multiple quickly link to the hone their craft, and then go on to bigger productions. For a complete listing of cur- Tamarac Theatre of the Performing venues,” says Ms. Willis. In the early years rent and upcoming events – including the Arts website for of her career, Ms. Willis performed in sev- “Intellectual Smorgasbord Lecture Series” more information, eral Broadway productions and has since which begins October 12, 2011 – as well as performance times written original plays such asFanny & Sadie information about auditions, photos from and more! Links to: www.ttotpa.org. which has been produced at the Tamarac past performances and much more, visit

www.tamarac.org www.WMUpdate.com. recycling athometips,pleaseregister with Management’se-newsletter quarterly (954) 597-3740.Ifyou’d liketoreceive Waste City also has a Recycling and Trash Hotline: Service toaccesstheLive Chatfeature.The onto Customer Serviceat1-800-433-2300orlog month.** their garbagerates,from$25.24to$22.60per gle-family residenceswillseeadecreasein reduction ofcosttoresidents.Tamarac’s sin- ner inTamarac formanyyears tocome.” forward tobeingan active communitypart- lection program,”addedCarter. “We look col- recycling and waste effective cost and comprehensive, environmentallyfriendly viding our new Tamarac customers with a the RecycleCart. tles andjars,dairyjuiceboxesinto #1-#7, aluminumandsteelcans,glassbot- combined with plastic bottles and containers chip board(cerealandcrackerboxes)canbe mail, office and school paper, cardboard and Garbage|ContinuedFrom:Page9 Tickets: Sunday. Saturday. Show times: 3 SHOWS:$67 NOW AVAILABLE! SAVE ON SEASONSUBSCRIPTIONS*: Another benefit of the new contract is the For questions,callWaste Management “Waste Management is committed to pro- INFORMATION/TICKETS: (954)726-7898 / www.ttopa.org / 7143 Pine Island Rd. www.wm.com andclickonCustomer “Bye Bye Birdie” October 15-November6,2011 ...... NEW SHOWS:

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Times andlocationssubject to changewithoutnotice. Men’s Soccer. Men’s Basketball. Coed Softball . Youth Soccer. Youth Football/Cheerleading. Youth Basketball . Girl’s Softball . Flag Football. T-Ball/Coach Pitch. Little League. Caporella Aquatic ComplexandFitnessCenter T F (www.tamaracsoccer.com) (www.tamaraclittleleague.com) www.tamaracgirlssoftball.com acility amarac A Gary BJonesParkforPeopleandPups Tamarac CommunityCenter(TCC) Tamarac Park/RecreationCenter Tamarac Multi-PurposeCenter 8601 W. CommercialBoulevard 10003 SouthgateBoulevard Tamarac SportsComplex 7825 SouthgateBoulevard 8101 SouthgateBoulevard Veterans Memorial Park ...... 7501 N.UniversityDrive 7531 N.UniversityDrive ...... 11000 W. McNabRoad 5200 ProspectRoad 9901 N.W. 77 Street 9300 N.W. 58Street Sunset PointPark ...... Caporella Park Tephford Park ...... locations ...... thletics ) (954) 553-0272 (954) 533-5538 (954) 720-7103 (954) 720-0301 Phone Number (954) 804-5022 (954) 721-5131 (954) 597-3620 (954) 881-7003 (954) 721-5131 Phone Number (954) 720-0301 (954) 597-3620. BSO NationalNightOut Against Crime Halloween Hooplaand Fee: When: Where: and goodybagsareincluded. lunch, Breakfast, Continental development. personal and ing, high school students emphasizing social awareness, healthy liv adults. The Teenyoung and middle towards geared is Summit today’sof interest of topics and issues social explore to gether to- teens brings that event style conference a Teenis Summit Teen Summit 31 When: Where: our country. served who heroes fallen our recognize we as us join Please Veterans Day Ceremony When: Where: Ages: val games,prizes,candy, andmuchmore. & crafts, bounce houses, face painting, costume contest, carni- Enjoy this FREE event for all ages which will include music, arts December: Captain LarrySpisak, “Sea Dreamer”, (Photography) View”, (Photography) November: ClaraRuiz andRafaelMata,“OtherPoint of October: Gene Pelletier, “IllusionArt”,(Acrylicand Markers) Visit the Tamarac CommunityCenter toview: Artist ofthe MonthExhibit When: Where: Ages: the red-nosedreindeer. hunt, pictures with Santa, and a special appearance by Rudolph Enjoy bounce houses, face painting, carnival games, candy cane Join the City of Tamarac for a holly jolly night of reindeer games. Rudolph’s Winter Wonderland When: Where: by SantaClausand children’s entertainment. Tamarac’sappearance special a with along choirs school best featuring concert holiday special Menorah. a and be will There tree holiday the light Commission and Mayor the while us Join Holiday LightingFestival When: Where: contests includingpettricks,andbestdressed holidayhound! pet enjoy Claus. Also Santa with taken photo dogs your Have Paws andClausHolidayPaw-ty Fee: When: Where: st Annual Turkey Trot 5KRace $5.00 perperson October 15,2011, 9:00am–3:00pm Tamarac CommunityCenter Friday, November11, 10:30am Veterans Memorial Park Saturday, October29,6:00pm–8:00 Tamarac Park,7501N.University Dr All Ages Friday, December 16,6:30pm-8:30 pm Tamarac Park,7501N.UniversityDr. All Ages Wednesday, December 7,6:00pm Tamarac CommunityCenter Saturday, December3,9:00am-12:00pm Gary BJonesParkforPeopleandPups November 24(Raceday) November 12-23 Before November11 Thursday, November24,7:30am Tamarac CityHall SPECIAL EVENTS

$50.00 $25.00 $20.00 - FLORIDA’S FUTURE.. It Starts in Parks! 1000 new residents a day! With that kind of relentless population ADULT TRIPS growth, people need a place to connect and form new relationships, to learn about Florida’s heritage and its Register for all trips at the Tamarac Community Center located at natural treasures – a place to become Floridians. Flori- 8601 W. Commercial Boulevard from 8:00 am - 8:00 pm. All bus da’s parks are the place where it all comes together – a trips will leave from this location. For information about any of sense of community, appreciation of history, and respect our trips, call (954) 597-3620. Trips are subject to cancellation. No refunds one month prior to trip date (no exceptions). for nature.

Broward Center- “RAIN - A Tribute to the Beatles” When: Thursday, October 13 (Bus leaves at 6:00 pm / returns at 11:00 pm) Fee: Residents: $75, Non-Residents: $85

Lakeworth Playhouse – “Little Shop of Horrors” When: Thursday, October 20 TAG /DISCOVERY SECTION/PAGE 3 (Bus leaves at 4:00 pm / returns at 11:00 pm) Fee: Residents: $65, Non-Residents: $75 SENIOR PROGRAMS

Broward Stage Door – “My Fair Lady” Calling all Seniors! Want to live a more vibrant life, form new When: Thursday, November 3 friendships, feel a sense of achievement, and get in heart healthy (Bus leaves at 5:00 pm / returns at 11:00 pm) shape? Be part of the fun and become a member of the award winning Tamarac Community Center Senior Program! Fee: Residents: $55, Non-Residents: $65 With over 40 different activities, programs and services per week, there is truly something for everyone. The Senior Program has Broward Center – “Beauty and the Beast” over 800 members who participate in activities such as Jazzer- When: Thursday, November 17 cise, painting, line dancing, scrabble, volleyball, chair yoga, and (Bus leaves at 6:00 pm / returns at 11:00 pm much, much more. Where else can you enjoy all these activities Fee: Residents: $75, Non-Residents: $85 all for $30 a year! The Senior Program is available to individuals ages 55 and up Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant from Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm. For more in- When: Friday, December 2 formation and to check out our program listing, please visit the (Bus leaves at 5:00 pm / returns at 11:00 pm) Community Center (8601 W. Commercial Blvd.), or call (954) 597- Fee: Residents: $40, Non-Residents: $50 3620, or visit us on the web at www.tamarac.org/parks. You can also get updates on Tamarac’s Senior Program through Twitter Cirque Dreams Holidaze (www.twitter.com/CityofTamarac) and Facebook (www.facebook. When: Thursday, December 29 com/TamaracParks). (Bus leaves at 6:00 pm / returns at 11:00 pm) Fee: Residents: $90, Non-Residents: $100 Below is a partial list of the classes Tamarac’s Senior Pro- gram has to offer. Call (954) 597-3620 for more information...

INDULGE YOUR PASSION Zumba, Bingo, Badminton, Movies, Ballroom Dancing, Volleyball...

STIMULATE YOUR MIND Scrabble, Dominoes, Mah Jong, Rummikub, Cards, Computer Classes, Computer Club, Battle of the Sexes Trivia... FREE PLAY ENLIGHTEN YOUR SPIRIT Happy Hookers (knitting club), Morning Walkers, Line Dancing...

EXERCISE YOUR BODY Jazzercise, Yoga, Proactive Arthritis Water Aerobics Bring your child to one of Tamarac’s parks for some good old- Class, Heart Healthy, Chair Yoga, Body Basics, school style fun where we let kids be kids! We will have fun Stretch & Tone, Yagalites... games and activities set up for them to enjoy...and it’s all FREE! EXPRESS YOUR CREATIVITY Each month we will highlight a different City park for you and Creative Writing, Painting, Arts & Crafts... your child to enjoy! Please meet the recreation staff at the playground of the park. (Parents must stay/supervise their children.)

FALL PARK TOUR: (All times are 11:00 am - 1:00 pm) November 18, 2011...... Caporella Park December 9, 2011...... Tamarac Park www.tamarac.org/parks SOCIAL SERVICES

All services are provided at the Tamarac Community Center (TCC) unless otherwise noted. 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. Schedules for the Red and Yellow Transit Routes are available at www.tamarac.org/transportation and at City facilities.

PROGRAMS

Caregiver Support Group SERVICES/ GROUPS Are you a full time caregiver for someone over the age of 60? Do you feel stressed out and overwhelmed? Meet others who share Alzheimer’s Support Group similar experiences caring for a loved one. In partnership with When: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10:00 am the Jewish Family Services. Please call Susan Panzer, at Jewish Family Services for FREE respite for your loved ones so you can Bereavement Support Group attend this meeting; (954) 370-2140. When: Every Monday, 10:00 - 11:30 am When: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, 10:30 am FREE! 911 Cell Phones for Seniors Chronic Caregiver Self-Management Program Call (954) 597-3642 to set up an appointment to receive a phone. Are you a full-time caregiver for someone over the age of 60? Do Donations of cell phones are accepted. you feel stressed out and overwhelmed? Meet others who share When: 2nd Monday of each month, 9:00 am similar experience caring for a loved one. Please call Susan Panzer at Jewish Family Services for FREE respite for your loved ones FREE! Amplified Phones (Center for Communications) so you can attend this meeting at (954) 370-2140. In partnership Provides amplified phones and TDDs FREE of charge to resi- with Jewish Family Services. dents of the State of Florida who are deaf and/or hard of hear- When: 1st Monday of each month, 10:30 am ing. Call Social Services for more information (954) 597-3642. When: 3rd Wednesday of the month, 10:00 - 11:00 am Financial Counseling Do you need to learn how to manage your finances?Learn FREE! Eye Screenings how to budget or use online banking during your one-on-one coun- Appointments available for October 12, November 16, and De- seling session with a financial specialist. Also get assistance with cember 14 between 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Please call (954) 597-

TAG / DISCOVERY SECTION / PAGE 4 / PAGE SECTION DISCOVERY / TAG applying for federal programs such as Medicaid, Food Stamps and 3642 to schedule an appointment. Cash Assistance. FREE for Tamarac residents. Please call (954) When: October 12; November 16; December 14; 720-2485 to set up your sessions. By appointment only. In partner- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm ship with CareSource, Inc., a non-profit social services agency. FREE! Eyeglass Repair Program Free Flu Shots for Tamarac Residents When: Every Tuesday, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Dates and times to be announced; please call (954) 597- 3620 for more information. FREE! Hearing Screenings When: 2nd Tuesday of the month, 9:00 - 10:45 am Tamarac Holiday Shuttle The Transportation Division will be offering a Holiday Shuttle FREE! Individual Limited Senior Counseling to the Coral Square Mall and Super Walmart in Coral Springs Contact Sharon Roseman, LCSW at (954) 895-6031 for an ap- in the months of October, November, and December. Call pointment. Short-term counseling only. Tamarac residents only. (954) 597-3649 for more information. Meals on Wheels: Lunch Served at 11:30 am for seniors 60 and older. Suggested dona- PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT: tion: $2. Provided by Broward Meals on Wheels. Must reserve meal no later than noon the day prior by calling (954) 724-2544 WE NEED YOUR HELP! between 9:30 am and 12:30 pm. Senior Coping Skills Group Tamarac is “The City for Your Life!”... When: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm You can help make a difference. The City of Tamarac is in need of your help. We’re accepting do- Senior Social Join us for bagels and coffee and an educational lecture. nations to help low-income and needy families in our City. These 3rd Tuesday of each month, 11:00 am donations are used to assist families in need with items such When: as food and clothing. The holidays are an especially important time for these families -- donations are used to assist with hol- SHINE Counselor Serving Health Insurance Needs for the Elderly. Questions re- iday dinners and toys for children. YOUR TAX-DEDUCTIBLE garding your Medicare. Medicaid Insurance? Call the Area Agen- CONTRIBUTION CAN BE ACCEPTED AT THE TAMARAC cy on Aging and Disability Resource Center to speak to a SHINE COMMUNITY CENTER (8601 W. Commercial Blvd., Tamarac, counselor: (954) 745-9779. FL 33351). For more information, please contact Tamarac’s Social Services Office at (954) 597-3642. Thank you. Veterans Advisor When: Every Friday, 8:00 - 11:00 am. No appointment necessary.

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(954) 597-3620 (954) . On Facebook at: www.facebook.com/TamaracParks. at: Facebook On . at Recreation and Parks call information more For more! and activities great these of all offers Tamarac of City The 9:00 - 10:00 am 10:00 - 9:00 Sat.

7:00 - 8:00 pm 8:00 - 7:00 Thurs. Yoga

5:30 - 6:30 pm 6:30 - 5:30 Mon.

6:00 - 7:00 pm 7:00 - 6:00 Wed. Aerobics Training Strength

7:00 - 8:00 pm 8:00 - 7:00 Thurs. & Mon. Pilates ip membersh annual for $198.75 Non-residents: $132.50, Residents:

Residents: $45, Non-residents: $54 for 10 classes 10 for $54 Non-residents: $45, Residents:

6:00 - 7:00 pm 7:00 - 6:00 Tues. Aerobics Impact Hi/Low

Fee: Residents: $5, Non-residents: $6 per class per $6 Non-residents: $5, Residents:

7:00 - 8:00 pm 8:00 - 7:00 Wed. Camp Boot Where: Tamarac Community Center Community Tamarac

6:00 - 7:00 pm 7:00 - 6:00 Fri. & Thurs. Sculpting Body FITNESS SCHEDULE FITNESS

www.tamarac.org/parks $35/$45 pm 8:00 - 7:00 Wed.

4-week Center Recreation over & 16 Toning Zumba

$20/$30 am 10:30 - 9:30 Thurs. & Tues.

Community Center Community $25/$35 pm 8:00 - 7:00 Fri. or Wed.

4-week Center Recreation $20/$30 over & 13 am 10:30 - 9:30 Wed. Zumba

Recreation Center Recreation $20/$30 pm 8:00 - 7:00 Mon.

4-week Center Recreation $70/$80 over & 13 pm 8:00 - 7:00 Thurs. & Tues. Taekwondo

Per Class Per Center Community $1/$2 over & 18 pm 9:00 - 2:00 Sat. Tennis Table

8-week Center Recreation $50/$60 over & 13 pm 8:45 - 6:00 Mon. Class Pottery

4-week Center Recreation $20/$30 over & 16 am 10:30 - 9:30 Sat. Yogalates & Pilates

8-week Center Recreation $40/$50 over & 18 am 11:30 - 9:30 Wed. Art Mixed

4-week Center Community $45/$55 over & 18 pm 8:30 - 7:00 Tues. Dance Eastern Middle

Per Class Per Center Community $7/$8 over & 18 pm 9:30 - 8:00 Thurs. (Intermediate) Dancing Line

Per Class Per Center Community $5/$6 over & 18 pm 8:45 - 7:15 Tues. (Intermediate) Dancing Line

Per Class Per Center Community $7/$8 over & 18 pm 8:00 - 6:00 Thurs. (Beginner) Dancing Line

Per Class Per Center Recreation $4/$6 over & 16 pm 7:00 - 6:00 Thurs. & Tues. Camp Boot Fitness

1:30 - 4:00 pm 4:00 - 1:30 Sat.

Membership Center Multi-Purpose $80/$100 over & 16 Volleyball Co-ed

7:00 - 8:45 pm 8:45 - 7:00 Thurs. & Mon.

6-week Center Community $50/$60 over & 18 pm 8:30 - 7:30 Wed. Dance Ballroom

5:00 - 9:00 pm 9:00 - 5:00 Sat.

Badminton Community Center Community $3/$5 over & 13 Per Class Per

6:00 - 9:00 pm 9:00 - 6:00 Wed. & Mon.

Non-Resident Fee Non-Resident

Session Location Activity Ages Time Day Resident/ ADULT ACTIVITIES ADULT ADULT ACTIVITIES/FITNESS ACTIVITIES/FITNESS SCHEDULE ADULT YOUTH ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE Session 4-week Annually 4-week 4-week 6-week 4-week 4-week 4-week 4-week 4-week 4-week 4-week 4-week 6-week 4-week 6-week 4-week 4-week 4-week 4-week Monthly Membership Location Sports Complex Multi-Purpose Center Recreation Center Recreation Center Multi-Purpose Center Recreation Center Community Center Recreation Center Community Center Recreation Center Recreation Center Community Center Recreation Center Recreation Center Recreation Center Recreation Center Recreation Center Recreation Center Recreation Center Community Center Recreation Center $40/$50 $50/$60 $70/$80 $70/$80 $30/$40 $20/$30 $40/$50 $20/$30 $40/$50 $30/$40 $70/$80 $40/$50 $75/$85 $70/$80 $20/$30 $40/$50 $36/$46 $40/$50 $60/$70 $20/$30 $55/$65 . To sign up for (954) 597-3620. any To of our activities, or to speak with Resident/ Non-Resident Fee Non-Resident TAG / DISCOVERY SECTION / PAGE 6 / PAGE SECTION DISCOVERY / TAG Ages 3 - 5 yrs. 3 - 5 yrs. 8-13 yrs. 3 - 5 yrs. 4 - 6 yrs. 10 & over 14 & over 10 & over 7 - 11 yrs. 7 - 11 yrs. 5 - 11 yrs. 4 - 11 6 - 12 yrs. 7 - 12 yrs. 4 - 12 yrs. 6 - 10 yrs. 7 - 18 yrs. 12 - 17 yrs. 2 1/2 - 4 yrs. 2 1/2 - 4 yrs. 18 - 29 mos. 18 - 29 mos. 2 1/2 - 4 yrs. 2 1/2 - 4 yrs. 18 - 29 mos. 18 - 29 mos. Time YOUTH ACTIVITIES YOUTH 6:00 - 6:45 5:30 - 6:30 pm 7:00 - 8:00 pm 6:00 - 7:00 pm 5:00 - 6:00 pm 2:00 - 2:45 pm 6:00 - 6:45 pm 1:00 - 1:45 pm 5:30 - 6:30 pm 4:00 - 5:00 pm 6:00 - 7:00 pm 7:00 - 8:30 pm 6:30 - 7:30 pm 6:00 - 6:45 pm 11:00 - 11:45 am - 11:45 11:00 11:00 - 11:55 am - 11:55 11:00 11:00 - 11:45 am - 11:45 11:00 11:00 - 11:45 am - 11:45 11:00 am - 11:45 11:00 10:00 - 10:45 am 10:00 - 10:45 am 12:00 - 12:45 pm 12:00 - 12:55 pm 10:00 - 10:45 am 10:00 - 10:45 am 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Sat. Sat. Sat. Sat. Sat. Sat. Day Mon. Mon. Wed. Wed. Wed. Wed. Tues. Tues. Thurs. Thurs. Thurs. Thurs. Mon. - Fri. Mon. & Wed. Mon. & Wed. Tues. & Thurs. & Tues. Tues. & Thurs. & Tues. (includes: Imagination Mornings, Activity Tiny Tots Program Tots Tiny Tennis Lessons Tennis Teen Club Teen Taekwondo (Advanced) Taekwondo Taekwondo (Beginner) Taekwondo Start Smart Sports Development Squirts Sports Little Sprouts Cooking Level 2 Ballet, Tap & Jazz Tap Level 2 Ballet, Kempo Karate Tap Level 1 Ballet & Wing Chun Imagination Art Imagination Ballet, Tap & Jazz Tap Ballet, Cartooning Class Gym Kids Hip Hop / Cheerleading Imagination Mornings Game Your Jump Start Water Safety, Little Sprouts Cooking and Squirts Sports) Safety, Water Tumbling Animation Class The City of Tamarac offers The all City of of these Tamarac great activities and more! For more information call Parks and Recreation at Commercial Blvd. (Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, Sat., 8:30 am - 8:00 8601 W. Community Center, someone in person, visit our Customer Service Division located at the Tamarac or become a fan of “Parks and Recreation”on Facebook! at twitter.com/CityofTamarac you can follow us on Twitter happening in the City, pm, Sun.). For the latest on what’s

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Flip For It! For Flip and read the City’s Want to read back MORE ONLINE: Want , or share the issues of the Tam-A-Gram The Current current issue with a friend? , along with issue of the Tam-A-Gram past issues and other informative City publications are available Tamarac of online, simply scan this QR Code to: www.tamarac.org/publications. Continued From: Page 1 From: Continued | WELLNESS CENTER Also included in the monthly membership fee is a Recreation Center Park Please contact the Tamarac Squirts Sports is physical education program de- Squirts Sports is physical education Personal Fitness Training Sessions! COMING SOON! Personal Fitness Training Tiny Tots! Tots! Tiny They will explore their creative side while also learning their creative They will explore no foods….and be hands go and slow, the food pyramid… to enjoy and The best part… they get on with all projects. are required to be present at eat their creations! Parents each class and assist. forspecifically model Wee’s Pee for P.E. the from signed This program has two toddlers and preschool children. gross and fundamental children teach to first aims: main motor skills to set them on the correct path for an active and sporting school life. Secondly it tackles the soaring problem of declining skills, childhood obesity and sed- basic kick- entary lifestyles. The program will also cover ing, throwing and catching skills along with running and to be present at each class are required jumping. Parents and assist. Aquatics center. safety class held at the Caporella water in- safety and fundamentals This class focuses on water cluding bobbing, floating and submerging their face in are required to be present at each class Parents the water. and assist. for more information and to register for the Tiny Tots program at (954) 597-3674. Now that you’ve read about [just a Recreation few] and of Parks the great Tamarac’s activities and programs Department offers... ! informative magazine, the Tam-A-Gram We invite you to visit the Tamarac Wellness Center. We have ahave We Center. Wellness Tamarac the visit to you invite We variety of free weights, life fitness machines, treadmills, ellipti- cal cross trainers, recumbent lifecycles, stationary bikes and non-competitivea friendly Center offers more. The Wellness competitive our of view awesome an with environment workout qualified our visit, first your is this If garden. community or pool thewith familiar you get and around you show will staff friendly also have personal training sessions available. equipment. We Center today at 9300 NW 58th Wellness the Tamarac Visit Street or contact us at (954) 597-3661 or visit our website at . www.tamarac.org/parks CAPORELLA Pool, Slide, and Sprayground: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Tuesday/Thursday, 5:00 - 5:45 pm & 6:00 - 6:45 pm; 6:45 - 6:00 & pm 5:45 - 5:00 Tuesday/Thursday, Monday and Wednesdays, 12:30 - 1:30 pm Monday and Wednesdays, Pool: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Slide and Sprayground: 2:30 - 6:00 pm Pool, Slide, and Sprayground: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm am - 12:00 pm 11:00 Monday and Wednesday, Senior Program Members: FREE Non-Senior Program Members: $2.00 per class (Ages 3 -5): Parents/Tots 6:00 - 6:45 pm; Monday/Wednesday, 5:00 - 5:45 pm; Tuesday/Thursday, - 9:45 am & 10:00 - 10:45 am 9:00 Saturday, 3 -5): Only (Ages Tots 6:00 - 6:45 pm; Monday/Wednesday, Level 1 (Ages 6 & over): 5:00 - 5:45 pm; Monday/Wednesday, 9:00 - 9:45 am Saturday, Level 1 (Advanced): 10:00 - 10:45 am Saturday, Ages 6-16); and Level 2 (Intermediate, Adult Level 1 (Ages 17 & over): 6:00 - 6:45 pm Tuesday/Thursday, Residents: $40.00, Non-residents: $50.00 6:00 - 6:45 pm Monday/Wednesday, Residents: $45, Non-residents: $55 (POOL CLOSED IN DECEMBER) (POOL AQUATIC CENTER AQUATIC

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Pro-active Arthritis Water Exercise Class Arthritis Water Pro-active Pool Hours: Weekdays: Saturdays: Sunday: Fee: Swim Lessons Swim- swimmers. level beginner for offered are Lessons Swim mers will learn front float, back float, and general arm and leg motions for swimming freestyle and backstroke. When: Fee: Competitive Swim Team Beginners to serious competitors of all ages can join the Sun- Fee: Visit the Caporella Aquatic Center located at 9300 NW 58 Street. the Caporella Visit a 25 meter swimming poolEnjoy its many amenities including water playground, children’s with zero depth entry and slide, more. and tables, picnic rooms, locker room, fitness sq.ft. 3,000 Lap Swimming When: mo- of range increasing while coordination and balance on Work fitness cardiovascular and strength, muscle flexibility, joint tion, without causing strain. When: available. also are lessons Private Team. Swim Competitive rise Call (954) 597-3660 for more information. Aerobics Water strength, balance, skills, motor improve to workout body total a Get and posture. Moderate to high level of cardio will be achieved. When: