New i PelFriday, May 31, 2019 - Vol.can XXVII, Issue 22 Pompano Beach • Deerfield Beach • Lighthouse Point • Lauderdale-By-The-Sea • Wilton Manors • Oakland Park • Hillsboro Beach Visit Us Online at: PelicanNewspaper.com • 954-783-8700 • Send news to [email protected] Perkins claims Honoring the racial divide in fallen vote on RMA By Michael d’Oliveira

New Pelican staff Pompano Beach – The issue of consolidating three contracts with RMA turned black and white at Tuesday’s commission meeting when race became part of the discussion. It started when resident Jocelyn Jackson held up an anti-RMA sign as she was sitting in the audience. RMA is the firm that previously ran the city’s CRA. Mayor Rex Hardin asked Jackson to take her sign down. Earlier in the meeting, he also asked a man in the

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Veterans and others commemorated Memorial Overpayments Day in Pompano Beach. See photos on page 21. spark demands for [Photo by Elaine Fitzgerald] financial audit By Judy Wilson Recyclers not New Pelican staff meeting the mark; Hillsboro Beach BSO Officer Dan McGrath [left] takes part in a marine exercise on Lake Santa Deerfield Beach – Commissioners Barbara. Personnel from multiple law enforcement agencies took part in the exercise. See story on Officials anticipate are moving to address questions page 13. [Photo by Anne Siren] being raised about the city’s financial cost increase processes after it was discovered By Judy Wilson former city manager Burgess Hanson received unauthorized longevity pay Two possible commuter train New Pelican staff and cost of living increases for the 10 Deerfield Beach – Recycling years he served as top administrator station locations in Oakland Park contamination numbers are not here. By Judy Vik decreasing here which could mean an Earlier this month they directed increase in solid waste fees. New Pelican staff Interim City Manager David Santucci The city has until July to improve Oakland Park – A team of South Florida transportation agencies, with a grant its percentage of unrecyclable See AUDIT on page 7 from the Federal Transit Administration [FTA], has been at work for two years recyclables. analyzing possible train station locations for a proposed commuter rail service But despite an aggressive public along the FEC corridor. Seven cities are involved in the grant applications, information campaign launched last including Oakland Park and Wilton Manors. August, commercial customers of the A proposed Tri-Rail Coastal Link would offer rail service from Jupiter to city’s recycling service continue to Miami and cities in between. toss contaminated material into the At a recent meeting of the Oakland Park City Commission, Dana Little, urban blue bins. design director for the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council, presented The major contaminants are food study results and a look at design concepts. waste and plastic bags. No station locations have been selected yet. The issue is not this city’s alone.

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2 New Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, May 31, 2019 Urban farm finds common ground with garden Town to create two new for persons with limited mobilities staff positions; Deputy town By Kristen Maikoo an active seniors’ program Pelt. They met on Saturdays manager resigns was one of 40 submitted from to build the structures. “We New Pelican staff By Judy Vik different organizations. Of built every single thing in this Oakland Park – Nestled those, 15 were presented to garden by hand, and that is New Pelican staff off Dixie Highway in Oakland the class. something that I think I will Lauderdale-By-The-Sea – Commissioners on Tuesday Park on land that was once The idea was chosen and always be proud of,” said unanimously approved a budget amendment and the creation of a dairy farm, the Urban seven members were selected Natasha Markman, a member two new town staff positions. Farming Institute [UFI] is to help with the project. of Leadership Broward. The changes were prompted in part by the “unsolicited sprouting more than fresh Julie Van Pelt is the “All of us worked together resignation” of Deputy Town Manager Tony Bryan, an eight- produce in its gardens. chairperson for the group to bring it to life,” said Mike year employee who resigned on May 17. His last day with the Home to community of Leadership Broward Adams, another Leadership town will be June 4. gardens, a micro apiary, members. “We decided to Broward member. Town Manager William Vance said instead of keeping the hydroponic produce, and name it ‘Common Ground “We all have unique talents deputy manager position Bryan held, he is looking to fill a regenerative projects, the Garden’ because it really is we bring to the table.” finance director position and create an additional assistant farm, 1101 NE 40 Ct., a space where everybody in Several of the Leadership to the town manager. He recommended defunding a vacant recently opened the Common the community could come Broward members plan to assistant town manager position. Sharon Ragoonan, who was Ground Garden – elevated together—old, young, and return to UFI as volunteers. in that position until January, is now an assistant city manager garden beds designed to whatever your mobility is,” “Part of Leadership Broward, with the city of North Miami Beach. be more accessible for she said. the whole point of this, “We have a talented professional organization. It’s not gardeners with physical The Leadership Broward is to get connected with necessary for me to delegate through an assistant town ability issues and those who members drew from their the community and stay manager,” he said at Tuesday’s meeting. “We need additional use wheelchairs or mobility different professions while connected,” said Adams. resources in running my office.” He said the changes in scooters. building the garden beds. “I’m so excited that once positions will save about $60,000. Stacy Brown, director of Jaclyn Morrison said, “I’m we’re done with our actual Mayor Chris Vincent asked about qualifications for a operations and development at an interior architect so I know project to be able to come financial director. UFI, headed the project. a lot about the accessibility here and participate in the Town Attorney Susan Trevarthen said, “There are no specific “I realized the need, codes and standards that are classes . . . and see everybody minimum qualifications. There are a number of duties, so the as many of our current involved in ADA [Americans using our gardens,” said Pelt. town needs that position filled.” community garden members with Disabilities Act] Programming for the Commissioner Buz Oldaker asked exactly what the are getting older and need accessible facilities. I wanted garden is scheduled for the responsibilities will be with the new positions. For example, a better way to be able to to be part of that solution.” fall. The Active Seniors’ who would handle IT issues? garden a little easier. Even The team met weekly to Garden program will include “I’m very analytical and get in the weeds on some issues. minor reach limitations like develop designs for the garden gardening classes, group I am an accountant and have a degree in finance,” Oldaker arthritis make gardening on beds, such as determining the activities, coffee and tea the ground difficult.” height. garden chats, painting, See NEW STAFF on page 9 The grand opening for the “First we just had a hand- speaker presentations, and garden was held recently. drawing and then we put it culinary events. “We have some very, very, into a CAD system to have an very innovative programs that actual visual of it,” said Van See URBAN FARM on page 17 Send your news to [email protected] are in the process of emerging and others to follow and it’s just an amazing sort of thing,” said Jon Albee, CEO of UFI. Open forum in Pompano UFI collaborated with Pompano Beach – Mayor Rex Hardin will host an open Leadership Broward Class 37 forum Tuesday, June 4 at 6 p.m. at the E. Pat Larkins Center, to design and build the garden 520 MLK Blvd. Hardin, who will be accompanied by the city beds. Brown’s proposal for manager, said residents can come and speak or ask questions on any topic they want. “It’s more of a listening session,” said Hardin. He added that the forum is a chance to have the kind of conversations that aren’t possible during commission meetings. Color

Friday, May 31, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com New Pelican 3 Protests don’t sway Bullies Be Gone! performance gets rave commission; Marijuana reviews at Norcrest Elementary School dispensary ban is official By Anne Siren New Pelican staff By Judy Wilson

New Pelican staff Pompano Beach – Last week, Norcrest Elementary Deerfield Beach – After lengthy protests from the public Musical Theater Club and those invested in the medical marijuana industry, produced its first musical, commissioners approved a ban on further dispensaries here. Bullies Be Gone!, with They amended the pending ordinance to allow dispensary a packed audience in its owners, who had obtained certificates of use on or before May cafeteria theater. 21, to be exempt from the ban. The play opens as Ava The vote came despite Mayor Bill Ganz’s plea to the Jordon Borisoff, Madison West, Jennelle Coleman, Natalie Soyo and Nicolle [Nicolle Graves] arrives at her Graves. [Photos by Anne Siren] commission not to enact the ordinance. ”Respect this industry. new school. She confesses to See into the future. Please do not do this [vote the ban.] You are Mrs. Cathcart, her counselor stigmatizing this,” he said. [Claire Yates], that she had Vice Mayor Todd Drosky along with commissioners Michael been bullied at her former Hudak and Ben Preston maintained their previous position school. supporting the ban. Commissioner Bernie Parness, who has not Ava has a serious problem supported it, changed his vote with the extended ban date. with her vision that requires With the last-minute provision, the ordinance will permit nine thick glasses. dispensaries here. Five are already open. But her counselor assures Audience members said not all dispensaries carry the same her that there are no bullies at her new school. See MARIJUANA on page 9 Little did Mrs. Cathcart Kailey Byerly, Giulia Soares, Omar Qarri, Cedar Morgan and Saya Greason. know what the lunch period would bring that day. As Ava carries her lunch Heart-wrenching stories November. to a table, bullies at a nearby are shared; the bullies get Says Agress, “They were table gear up. suspended, but in the end, required to pick a social- “Nice glasses,” says Andi they’re all pals. justice issue. They wrote the [Jennelle Coleman]. Powerful performances by play, auditioned for parts and “Where’d you get them? . . . Graves and Coleman brought rehearsed.” at a dumpster?” the act of bullying to a Agress is a graduate of the But at Ava’s table, her new realistic level, demonstrating Lovewell Institute, a national friends just call them “jerks.” the pain of victims and the program that inspires creative The plot thickens when Ava, punch of bullies. thinking that will “ultimately who “loves math,” makes the The finale song, “Take a change the surrounding coveted math team, and for Stand” sent a strong message community.” the first time, Andi, does not. to the audience. She says this program An irate Andi grabs Ava’s The 15 students in this works as a team builder and glasses and slams them to the after-school musical theater when students see problems, floor. club, under the guidance of they learn to seek solutions. That’s it for Mr. Black art teacher Mindy Agress, Norcrest Elementary is a [Omar Qarri] who intervenes. began work on the play last Title I school of 800 students. color

4 New Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, May 31, 2019 Pompano Beach recognizes local creatives with first Cultural Arts Awards ceremony By Brady Newbill for her contributions to local extra thank you,” Coffelt said. began hosting a new series

New Pelican staff theater. For over 20 years, Pompano-based, Trinidad- of film workshops called Curtain Call has staged born painter Sirju Mohan “Montage,” encouraging Pompano Beach – Earlier dozens of productions across accepted the award for local creatives to explore the this month, Pompano Beach numerous stages in South visual arts. Mohan, an elder possibilities of bringing movie made yet another step into its Florida and hosted a popular statesman of the local arts magic to their own backyards. newfound role as an arts hub summer camp program for world, accepted the award by Following the acceptance with its first annual Cultural ambitious young thespians. live-painting at the event’s speeches, the ceremony Arts Awards. For the past two seasons, reception. concluded with performances Local cultural provocateurs, the company has called the Working in a variety of of Broadway classics like community leaders, and Pompano Beach Cultural mediums, from watercolors “My Favorite Things” and city officials, including Center stage its home. to oils, as well as pen and ink “Somewhere Over the Commissioner Tom On that stage, Coffelt and sculpture, Mohan’s art Rainbow” by local jazz McMahon and Mayor insisted that the award goes often contains motifs of world vocalist Lourdes Valentin. Rex Hardin, dressed up in beyond her individual efforts. history and social issues. For future consideration their glamorous best for an “This award is really for Spoken-word poet of this award, nominees evening of entertainment and all the talented artists who Eccentrich is a regular staple are required to have been appreciation at the Pompano have participated in our on the Pompano Beach art presenting their work in Beach Cultural Center. productions over the years, scene, bringing energetic Pompano Beach for at least The inaugural ceremony giving their creativity, their and inspiring performances five years in the categories of Kris Coffelt on the “red carpet.” recognized visual artist Sirju [Courtesy] time, their talents to Curtain to events like BaCA’s Lyrics dance, music, spoken work, Mohan, Spoken Word Poet Call,” she said. Lab. Recently, Eccentrich theater, and visual arts. Eccentrich, and local thespian “We would not be here Kris Coffelt of Curtain Call said Hardin. without you.” Playhouse. “The spark behind that To compliment her The evening began with vibrant growth is due in acceptance speech, Coffelt statements from Cultural part to a dedicated base of and members of Curtain Call Arts Committee Chair Hazel hometown artists who have performed musical numbers Armbrister and Mayor championed the city through and monologues from recent Hardin about the importance their vision.” productions. of supporting emerging arts Kris Coffelt, founder and “We just wanted to share a developments in the growing artistic director of Curtain little of what we have been city. Call Playhouse, was awarded doing as a company as an “Pompano Beach is becoming a true cultural hub, attracting art lovers from all over the area to explore the creativity happening here,”

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Friday, May 31, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com New Pelican 5 Obituary John “Jack” Savko, 90, remembered for his Navy service, baseball days By Michael d’Oliveira MacArthur, Inchon was an “We were champs. Nobody

New Pelican staff amphibious landing on the could beat us. The Marines northwest coast of South thought they could beat us, Pompano Beach – John Korea. but nobody could . . . We had “Jack” Savko wore many The landing put American a lot of good pitchers. A lot of hats in his lifetime. Korean and United Nations forces no run games.” War veteran. Baseball player. back on the offensive against He remembered one game Salesman. Water king. To North Korea. in Japan in particular because name a few. But before the Marine MacArthur came to watch. Mr. Savko, 90, spoke to The Corps and Army could land “When he came into the New Pelican about them a troops, the Navy had to stadium, he was like King week before his death on May bombard the North Korean Farouk. Japanese people 21. positions at Inchon. used to bow down to him. Originally from Trenton, NJ John “Jack” Savko is his Navy days. Savko shortly before his 90th birthday That’s where Mr. Savko [Courtesy] in April. Everything had to stop.” New Jersey and a U.S. Navy came in. But Mr. Savko just wanted veteran who served from 1948 Three days before the battle, to get back to playing ball. to 1952, Mr. Savko was at the his destroyer, USS Lyman Korean gunners. When the war broke out When he wasn’t catching Battle of Inchon in September K. Swenson, and five other “We were called the sitting in June 1950, Mr. Savko’s line drives on the baseball of 1950 during the Korean destroyers were sent ahead ducks,” said Mr. Savko. ship was one of the first to diamond, Mr. Savko was War. to sit in the waters off Inchon As the North Korean guns respond. below deck. Led by Gen. Douglas and act as bait for the North fired at the destroyers, the They ferried 25 to 30 “I was the water king.” men aboard acted as spotters missionaries, nuns and U.S. His job was to man the and reported the enemy State Department employees, desalinization machine and positions to cruisers and escaping the war zone, to create 7,000 to 8,000 gallons aircraft carriers behind them. Japan. “That’s all we had of freshwater a day for Many North Korean room for. They were standing drinking, washing, cooking positions were taken out and, all over the place. There were and the boilers [engines]. as a result, the Marine Corps no accommodations. We were “The boilers were steam and Army units who waded already tight.” driven. Water was superheated ashore at Inchon encountered Before the war, in addition and transformed into steam less resistance. to his regular duties, Mr. which powered the engines,” After the battle, Mr. Savko Savko was third baseman for he said. and the other “sitting ducks” an official Navy baseball team His job was so important were awarded a presidential which travelled around the that the Navy extended his citation by Harry S Truman. Pacific playing other Navy tour another year. But not everyone received and Marine Corps teams on He got the telegram while it. other islands. he and his shipmates were “My best buddy, Eugene He played in the enjoying a night off. Swanson, got hit in the carotid Philippines, Okinawa, “When they gave it to artery with a shell. We had to Formosa [Taiwan], Australia me, we were all drunk. My bury him at sea.” Mr. Savko and mainland China. comment was, ‘Why me?’” remembered Swanson’s great The purpose was to provide When he was finally skill as a second baseman and entertainment for the men his own days playing baseball. based on those islands. See SAVKO on page 19 bw

6 New Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, May 31, 2019 Letters Don’t disrespect veterans by moving

Pompano Beach, Deerfield Beach, Lighthouse Point, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, house to McNab Park, says resident Wilton Manors, Oakland Park, and Hillsboro Beach Dear Editor, ESTABLISHED 1993 • Volume XXVII, Issue 22 Decades ago, McNab Park, 2250 E. Atlantic Blvd., was donated to honor the Founder, The Pelican military service of Pompano Beach residents. Three generations of my family, Anne Hanby Siren all of whom have been Pompano Beach residents, have served in the military during wartime. Editor-In-Chief: John Geer Managing Editor: Michael d’Oliveira Features Columnist: Phyllis J. Neuberger Assoc. Editors: Judy Vik, Judy Wilson, To rescind this gift of a veteran’s memorial park, for any reason, is Graphics: Rachel Ramirez Windsheimer and Phyllis J. Neuberger unconscionable. Find another location for the “McNab House” restaurant. Billing & Distribution: Al Schmidberger Classifieds: Jeanne McVicker Diane Alford Food Columnist: Malcolm McClintock Webmaster: David Ginsberg Pompano Beach

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Mayor proclaims June 7 as National Gun Violence Awareness Day WHEREAS: Every day, 100 Americans are killed by gun violence and on average there are nearly 13,000 gun homicides every year; and WHEREAS: Americans are 25 more times more likely to be killed with guns than people in other developing countries; and WHEREAS: Support for the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens goes hand-in-hand with keeping guns away from dangerous people; and WHEREAS: Hadiya Pendleton, a 15-year-old teenager who marched in President Obama’s second inaugural parade and was tragically shot and killed The opinions of The New Pelican’s cartoonist, Joe Bondanella, do not necessarily reflect those of just weeks later in Chicago, should be now celebrating her 22nd birthday; and the editorial staff.

WHEREAS: To help honor Hadiya — and the 100 Americans whose lives are cut short and the countless survivors who are injured by shootings every Commentary day — a national coalition of organizations has designated June ftfth 2019 as the 5th National Gun Violence Awareness Day; The idea was inspired by a group of Hadiya’s friends, who asked their classmates to commemorate her life by It’s time to do something about wearing orange choosing this color because hunters wear orange to announce affordable housing in Broward County themselves to other hunters when in the woods and orange is a color that symbolizes the value of human life; and By John Geer WHEREAS: The tragic event at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, New Pelican staff where gun violence resulted in the loss of 17 students and faculty, and the We have a serious problem. It’s a long-standing one and has been documented wounding of 17 others, brings greater affention to the need for awareness; and again in a recent study that is highlighted in Broward County Commissioner WHEREAS: Anyone can join this campaign by pledging to WEAR Lamar Fisher’s May 2019 newsletter. ORANGE on the first weekend in June of 2019, to help raise awareness about The problem has persisted for years and won’t disappear with studies, gun violence in America, and to honor the lives of gun violence victims and comments from the dais, wishful thinking or hope [which I have been told is not survivors; and a strategy]. WHEREAS: We renew our commitment to reduce gun violence and pledge The problem is housing. We want it for ourselves and our families. We want it to do all we can to keep firearms out of the wrong hands and to encourage to be adequate for our needs, and we want and need it, to be affordable. responsible gun ownership to help keep our children and our communities safe. For many of us, it isn’t. And it hurts. We need real action. We need innovative thinking. We need financial NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Pompano commitments from our governing bodies. We must understand there is no one Beach, Florida, hereby proclaims June 7th, 2019 to be National Gun Violence size fits all solution, and that calling something affordable doesn’t make it so for Awareness Day and encourages all citizens to support their local communities’ everyone. efforts to prevent the tragic effects of gun violence and to honor and value We must deal with the reality that many of our citizens are in low paying jobs human lives. and that adequate housing is outside their reach. Essential workers like firemen, DONE this 28th day of May, 2019. teachers, nurses, service workers and retired people on low, fixed incomes, Rex Hardin, suffer. Mayor, Pompano Beach Below is a section from Fisher’s May Newsletter. It lays out the facts. They’re terrible. They are truly astonishing as Fisher says. It’s time for our officials to put their money where their mouths are. What’s the strategy? What’s the action? Where’s the budget commitment for affordable Gibbons beats Bishop Moore housing? On Wednesday, the Cardinal Gibbons varsity baseball team defeated Bishop What are we, the citizens, going to do? Communicating with our officials Moore [Orlando] 4-3. The win allowed Gibbons to advance to the 2019 FHSAA is essential and calling or writing them is a terrific start. Send us your letters, Baseball Championships – 5A Baseball Championships Tournament to play express your opinions and your suggestions for solutions. We’ll likely print Melbourne Central Catholic. At press time Thursday, the game was still being them and encourage a dialogue. played. Read next week’s New Pelican to see our recap of Gibbons’ season. Keeping this issue in the public limelight is essential to its resolution. From Commissioner Fisher’s Newsletter “The Broward Housing Council has contracted with the Florida International Send your letters to [email protected] See HOUSING on page 22 bw

Friday, May 31, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com New Pelican 7 needed to decide what type CRA approves co-working space manager Audit of audit is needed. “These Continued from page 1 were management missteps, By Michael d’Oliveira the space. Digital Grass’ presence in the not financial,” he said. He The goal is to open it within community. New Pelican staff to draft a scope of services so suggested that consulting two to three months. “Welcome,” she said to they could hire an auditor. firms are available to analyze Pompano Beach – To Digital Grass will be Hall. CRA staff members will Exactly what type of audit certain areas of concern and assist local entrepreneurs and responsible for managing the also use the space. is needed remains unclear. recommend solutions, but not startups, CRA officials will space and providing programs “Hopefully, they’ll outgrow In the wake of Hanson’s do an extensive forensic audit. open a 3,300 square foot co- to the entrepreneurs who want the space [and move into resignation in April, members Commissioner Ben Preston working space at City Vista, to rent it. something bigger],” said of the public have been also was not certain that 501 Martin Luther King Blvd. The purpose is to offer Kim Vazquez, CRA project calling for a “forensic audit” a forensic study is needed At last week’s CRA office space to entrepreneurs manager. aimed at uncovering missteps saying it is very expensive. meeting, board members who might otherwise not be Commissioner Beverly by city management. “How far back do we go?” he approved an annual contract able to afford privately owned Perkins said the CRA Jack Slattery told asked, adding, “But we must with Digital Grass to manage office space. needs to get the word out commissioners, “This is a do whatever it takes to clear the space. Digital Grass CEO Michael about this new opportunity. unique opportunity. In the the cloud of suspicion, to The CRA won’t pay Digital Hall has said he wants to help Entrepreneurs interested in past, our accusations have restore confidence.” Grass but $50,000 will be local business owners become signing up should call the been dismissed rudely. We Commissioner Michael spent in “seed money” for successful by offering them CRA at 954-786-5535. owe the new city manager a Hudak said it appears that furniture, janitorial services, a tools and information to help clean slate. Anyone who tries policies are in place but are security system, rent, utilities grow their businesses. Send your news to to limit this looks suspect.” not being followed. “We and other costs associated Resident Jocelyn Jackson [email protected] Vice Mayor Todd Drosky need to be more diligent . . with opening and operating said she was excited by cautioned that the commission . hold people accountable.” Commissioner Bernie Parness was of a similar mind. “We need better reporting, more McDougles opt out of Bison football program detail, more observation,” he By Judy Wilson cheer program. youth football program for their attorney canceled their said. Hudak also said the weekly New Pelican staff When the commission the last two years assisted by contract with the city. accepted the Rattlers back $55,000 a year in city funds. For the last two years, the reports given the commission Deerfield Beach – One into the city’s sports program Interim City Manager David Bisons played on fields at are not sufficient. Financial of the consequences of the last month, the McDougle Santucci said this week that Oveta McKeithen and the numbers and information city’s new partnership with Family Foundation opted out. when the Foundation was sent Deerfield Beach Middle from human resources are not the Packer Rattler football The McDougles, Stockar a revised agreement which School. With the return of the included. “These are things organization is the loss of and Jerome, former NFL reduced their playing field to Rattlers, they were assigned we need to be exposed to,” he the Bison tackle football and players, have run the city’s the Deerfield Beach Middle said. “I don’t want the next School Athletic Complex, See BISON on page 23 city manager to be blamed for things that happened three years ago . . . give him a fair opportunity to succeed.” Mayor Bill Ganz said the commission needs to know its options. He said few people understand what a forensic audit is. “What does it mean? What are our options? Then we make a decision. We need to uncover the hard numbers.” The mayor has been a critic of the financial department since he received letters from the state two years in a row pointing to irregularities in the annual audit report. This year, he was asked to go to Tallahassee to explain those issues, and that provoked him. The city’s finances are audited every year by an outside firm, Santucci said. The Joint Legislative Auditing Committee has commented on the findings of the external auditor, leading to the mayor’s comment.

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Send your stories and photos to [email protected] or call Business matters 954-783-8700. Save big bucks on a beach vacation in town at Surf Rider By The Sea By Phyllis J. Neuberger

New Pelican staff Move quickly to book a Fourth of July week at the beach. There are still a limited number of one and two bedroom, fully equipped apartments available at Surf Rider By the Sea. This resort offers every amenity one could want in a dream vacation, located across from the ocean at 1441 S. Ocean Blvd. in Pompano Beach. Operation Manager Nadia Shaver says, “Families in our western communities take advantage of our dollar saving summer discounts to have a The Surf Rider pool is a natural draw; the place where people meet, greet and Guests line up for free breakfast every Tuesday. play. [Courtesy photos] week or a month of sun, sand, beach, pool and in the case of the Fourth of July, a great a built in Murphy bed.” office space. found it really is a gift to pass maintained environment.” view of the fireworks. And Bubbling with enthusiasm The huge pool is a big draw. on. It’s a permanent vacation Phil Murphy writes, “My we are the perfect, affordable for the property, she says with People meet, greet, socialize spot that stays in the family.” wife, Carol and I have been choice for the friends and pride that Surf Rider earned and barbecue together at Weekly summer bargain vacationing at the Surf Rider family of locals who decide the RCI Silver Crown Resort the pool area. And there’s rates are one bedroom, $700 for over 15 years. It gets to come visit for a Florida property destination for 2019 interesting planned activity plus taxes for four persons better every time we return. In vacation.” and a 9.1 rating from guest around the pool. Breakfast max; two bedroom, $840 a community full of beautiful She adds, “We are a 50- feedback to booking.com. is free every Tuesday. On plus taxes for 5-persons properties, Surf Rider now unit time share that rents She then named some of Wednesday, guests can have a max. Monthly rates are: one stands out as one of the most by the week or the month. the amenities. “We have an massage for just $1 a minute. bedroom, $2,400 plus taxes; beautiful.” We function as a hotel and Olympic size heated pool, hot Thursday there’s a $10 two bedroom, $3,000 plus Stephanie Harvey says, “I maintenance staffs. But tub, shuffleboard, tennis court, professional water aerobics taxes. These prices are based have been coming to the Surf no hotel can compete with gas grill for barbecuing, free class. And Thursday is free on availability. Rider with my parents since I our one and two-bedroom parking for tenants and their hot dog day. Visitors and owners was young and returned this suites that include a fully guests, private beach access The Pelican Hopper, a give Surf Rider high year with some friends during equipped kitchen including to the ocean across the street free Lauderdale-By-The-Sea marks college break for the best a dishwasher and disposal, and free WiFi throughout shuttle, stops right in front of Michael and Louise vacation ever.” dining area, washer, dryer and the property. We’re a home the resort. It will take people Lompardi say, “We are To book a vacation, call away from home with a lot of to other places of interest and always so pleased to return 954-785-8991. Visit Surf extras.” even Publix for quick grocery to the Surf Rider. The staff is Rider at surfridercondo. The second floor of Surf shopping. Shaver says, “Some congenial and willing to assist com or facebook.com/ Rider offers a small library, a of our owners are into their with any issue of concern. surfridercondo. treadmill, exercise bike and third generation. They have It is a welcoming and well color

Friday, May 31, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com New Pelican 9 responsibility?” New staff Vance responded, “The Firm chosen for bond projects County Continued from page 2 finance department.” By Judy Wilson Vance said the town doesn’t prepares for New Pelican staff said. “I look at the [financial] have debt. The finance storm season information that gets crunched director will be responsible Lighthouse Point – Currie Sowards Aquila Architects ranked in a day. I want to know the for audits, payroll, paying first out of 15 firms seeking to design and build the city’s Cat 5 with mock financial director can hit the bills. fire station, community center and public works buildings. This ground running.” The assistant to the manager week, the commission agreed to go forward and negotiate a hurricane Vance said the town has will actively assist Vance. contract with the Delray Beach firm. By Sallie James gotten extremely fortunate “I will give them four or The company has a large portfolio of fire station construction, to have a person directed his five things to do, and I’ll do community centers and country clubs. In Pompano Beach, it Florida Department of Health in Broward County way to fill the finance director four or five things, and then designed that city’s beach parking garage. position. we’ll get 10 done, so we Architect Bill Gallo, whose firm was hired last month to Although every scenario “She has 20 years with can provide a high level of oversee the projects that will be built with proceeds from the associated with the mock Bank of America at executive customer service.” “Hurricane Smith” was levels. She is extremely Vincent noted that the town See BOND on page 19 fictitious, the focus and professional, very talented, was “blessed to have the intensity of the May exercise very smart. She is willing talents of Tony Bryan. He at the county’s Emergency to come aboard and work wore multiple hats. [Bryan Marijuana Operations Center [EOC] with our team. She will be a started out in finance and was not: More than 200 smashing success.” advanced to deputy town Continued from page 3 emergency responders had to On Wednesday morning he manager]. Let’s give this a think on their feet during the products and they have to drive distances to obtain particular said he hired that “fantastic chance. There’s no need for four-hour drill that included forms of the medical cannabis. candidate” today. The new concerns now,” Vincent said. an unplanned computer glitch Commissioner Ben Preston countered that although 76 finance director is Lucila Oldaker said he has that affected the ability to percent of Deerfield’s residents voted for medical marijuana, Lang, who was with Bank of “complete confidence in the transmit electronic messages “The majority doesn’t always make good decisions.” America in Fort Lauderdale in town manager.” and forced employees from 25 To the difference in the products, Preston said, “If there are management positions from In response to questions agencies to revert to the use of 100 different strains, do we allow 100 dispensaries?” 1994 to 2018. from The New Pelican, Bryan paper messages and talk face- Vance said he also has a said he does not have a new Search should produce manager within five to-face to arrange services and likely candidate for the new position yet, but he is looking. months find solutions to help people assistant to the manager He did not want to comment Deerfield Beach – Colin Baenziger, the headhunter hired in need. position. “She is an extremely on why he resigned. to find candidates to replace former city manager Burgess The Florida Department of talented young professional. He said he is “extremely Hanson, told commissioners this week they could have a Health [DOH] is responsible She will provide a lot of grateful” to former Town “manager on board in four or five months.” for staffing the county’s energy and new ideas.” He Manager Connie Hoffmann Baenziger outlined a detailed selection process to the special needs shelters and could not name her yet. for taking a chance on him commission Tuesday night. coordinating the delivery of Oldaker persisted with and hiring him despite his not His method includes matching persons to a city as well as its medical care in an emergency. his questions, asking,”What having any prior municipal challenges and finding those who will fit into the community. During an emergency, the is the financial director’s experience. His research takes him to local media, civic activists, city DOH works side by side staffers and includes thorough background checks. with first responders like “The best candidates will want to know about you also,” police, fire and hospitals to Baenziger said. After winnowing his list to about 10 candidates, coordinate resources such as commissioners pick five who are invited to meet with them and ambulances, hospital beds and the citizens. That can be accomplished in 90 days, Baenziger other medical resources and said, and then there is a month or so to negotiate a contract. His firm is being paid $26,500 to conduct the national search. See HURRICANE on page 24 color

10 New Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, May 31, 2019 Poverello Making a Difference holds official Dedicated volunteers, the Lorees give their time and grand opening talents inside and out of John Knox Village in Pompano By Malcolm McClintock

New Pelican staff Pompano Beach – “This is a five-year project that is finally coming to fruition,” states Poverello CEO Tom Pietrogallo, a former assistant director at South Miami Hospital. “City officials have been extremely helpful in helping Phyllis J. Neuberger wants us get set up.” your suggestions about people With the goal of helping making a difference. Phyllis’ food insecure individuals, book, China Dahl, is available Poverello accepts all manner on Amazon.com. Send your of donations from multiple recommendations for this column sources, including private to [email protected] citizens and businesses. It then sells these items and uses By Phyllis J. Neuberger the proceeds to buy food at New Pelican staff wholesale prices. This food is Sally and Paul Loree pose with their 1941 Cadillac at an antique car show. The Cadillac has a custom body and is one of only six. [Photo by Marty Lee] subsequently distributed, free Sally and Paul Loree moved of charge, to anyone in need. into John Knox Village “There are almost no [JKV] in 2004 and their part of shows locally and says his biggest show now Paul loves kayaking and his restrictions with regard to amazing number of volunteer touring the country for many is the Boca Raton Concours kayak is anchored on top of who can come collect a involvements is legend. years. I once had 12 cars, but d’Elegance, a charity event his car at the ready whenever week’s worth of nutritionally Operating on Paul’s now I’m down to one, my that raises millions for the he has the time and the urge. balanced groceries,” says philosophy, “Use it or lose it,” 1941 Cadillac with a custom Boys and Girls Clubs. He’s a long time member of a Pietrogallo. they seem to be involved non- body. There were only six Typical comments about his kayaking club that meets three “All we ask is that the need stop in worthy organizations. made like mine.” car are: “Didn’t Al Capone times a week. be real and that there is no For 15 years, they have Their last tour took them have one like this?” and “I Sally is an involved member abuse of the system by going been weekly volunteers through New Hampshire used to drive an old Caddy of the Federated Cordia to multiple food banks at the at Insight For The Blind and Maine. He calls Sally like this and I loved it.” Garden Society. same time.” in Fort Lauderdale. This “a good sport who usually Sally and Paul are Volunteer efforts at JKV Situated at the northeast all-volunteer organization enjoys touring with me.” A supporters of and season The old cliché, “if you corner of Atlantic Boulevard records books and magazines master judge for The Classic ticket holders to the Florida want something done, ask a and Powerline Road, the for the Library of Congress. Car Club of America, Paul Grand Opera, Miami City busy person,” is certainly true new Poverello thrift store is With his melodious, baritone has participated in shows Ballet, Gold Coast Jazz and bursting at the seams with voice, Paul qualifies as a throughout the country. He Dillard High School Jazz. See LOREES on page 14 affordably priced “high-end” recorder. Sally is a reviewer clothing, business suits, who catches all the mistakes furniture, rugs, shoes, belts, made by recorders. She says, ties, toys, handbags, artwork, “We love the work and the kitchen appliances and much camaraderie with the other more. volunteers.” “There are fabulous ‘finds’ Antique cars are a major interest to this husband-wife See POVERELLO on page 20 team. Paul says, “We’ve been color

Friday, May 31, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com New Pelican 11 money. Of course this dais Don McNeil said RMA attraction, was not part of the RMA chooses to ignore it, again.” has done a “fantastic job” consolidation. Town bans Continued from page 1 She also added that she at making Pompano Beach All four contracts are not wants to clean up the “slum “a phenomenal tourist supposed to exceed $75,000 plastic straws; audience with an anti-RMA and blight” in the Northwest destination. It’s kind of like each. Enforcement sign to put it down. community where she lives herding cats. They put us in City Manager Greg “We would like the RMA to but that others on the dais had the right direction.” Harrison said the starts Aug. 15 a different agenda. The mayor defended RMA consolidation would make go away,” shouted the man. Judy Vik When Hardin asked Jackson “We have to fight for what’s and said it’s a respected, it easier for both parties to to take her sign down, she ours.” award-winning firm which manage the contracts. New Pelican staff responded that the anti- Commissioner Andrea has “implemented the vision “Why are we using our Lauderdale-By-The- euthanasia “cat people” McGee said she was “very of this commission” for tax dollars to pay RMA if Sea – Commissioners on weren’t asked to take down hurt and offended” at “any developing the city. “RMA is we already hired the city Tuesday unanimously passed their signs when they were in insinuation I vote any other not perfect. None of us are.” manager?” asked Jackson. the second reading of an the commission chambers in way than what’s best for our He also addressed criticism “It’s a consulting contract,” ordinance to prohibit the April. “There should be no community.” of the agenda item, which was responded Hardin. distribution or sale of plastic discrimination,” said Jackson. Hardin denied that the RMA approved 5-1. Perkins was the Residents also expressed straws in town. “They wasn’t black,” said issue was determined by skin only one to vote against. other concerns about RMA. Previous restrictions on one audience member. color. Hardin said the contracts “I think you’ve all heard the use of plastic straws were Commissioner Beverly “This is not a black/white being discussed have already disconnect. Are you listening removed from the ordinance. Perkins also brought race into issue . . . This commission been approved. “This is not to us?” Sarahca Peterson The new law prohibits the issue, saying that opinions does hear everybody that the expansion of something. asked the commission. “Does sale or distribution of plastic about RMA are divided speaks. We honestly and This has been going on in that in any way sway you or straws in any commercial along racial lines – the white genuinely are working separate contracts. This is are your minds already made establishment, town facility or community favors it while the towards a better Pompano merely combining three up?” town property or by a special black community is against it. Beach.” contracts into one.” Hardin said he takes event permittee. “RMA is the biggest divide He added that he knows In the three contracts, RMA everyone’s input “to heart.” The primary intent of the [in this city]. The people have black residents who support provides consulting services State Rep. Patricia Williams, ordinance is to protect the been saying this for a while,” RMA and white residents who for special projects, public/ who was in attendance to environment and turtles said Perkins. are against it. McGee also private partnership real estate give a legislative update, also whose nesting season began She said another color plays said she received comments development, and public/ commented on RMA. “The March 1. a part – green. from residents who support private partnership general community in the northwest Some restaurants here have “All this is about G-R-E- RMA. parking. section feels that their voices already voluntarily switched E-N . . . everything is about At the meeting, resident A fourth existing consulting are not being heard.” away from plastic. contract between RMA and the city, for business See STRAWS on page 24 color

12 New Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, May 31, 2019 Fishing report Boating safety Kayak tournament benefits Snappers biting course offered Broward Children’s Center Boca Raton – The Coast Guard Auxiliary in Boca Raton will offer a one-day class “About Boating Safely” on Saturday, June 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Spanish River Park HQ Bldg., 3939 N. Ocean Blvd. The class is $5 for teens [12 to 19]. For others, the cost is $35. For questions or RSVP, call 561-391-3600 and leave a message. The topics include boating terminology, boat handling, navigation rules, Pictured to the right is Ed aids to navigation, federal and Pompano Beach – The Extreme Kayak Fishing Summer Slam Series will kick Boyle with a mutton snapper Florida regulations and safety off Thursday, June 20 at Bru’s Room in Pompano Beach. On Saturday, June caught earlier this week. equipment. Bring a lunch. 22, the tournament will begin. Registration for the tournament is open now and June and July are some of the 100 percent of the funds raised from raffle sales will be donated to the Broward “Who should take this best months to catch these morning, late afternoon or Children’s Center, a Pompano Beach-based facility that helps care for children course? Everyone who wonderful fish. during the dark. and teens who have mental or physical disabilities. “For many years, we have completes the class is given been grateful for the partnership and support we have with Extreme Kayak Fish- The fish here was caught The mutton snapper must a certificate and will be sent ing Tournament. Their generosity is not only during these tournaments, but all in 125 feet of water off north be 18 inches overall to keep a Florida Boating ID card, year long. They have such a wonderful relationship with our kids,” said Myrna Boca while drifting. and is limited to five fish per Miott, development and marketing manager for the Broward Children’s Center. which is required for boaters We fish on the bottom person. For more information or to register, visit extremekayakfishingtournament.org. under 28 years. The course [Courtesy] using a long 30-foot piece of If you need assistance, give also is valuable for anyone -Michael d’Oliveira 60-pound flourcarbon line us a shout at the store. new to Florida boating or attached to a swivel. Get tight! who needs a classroom safe Above the swivel we have a RJ Boyle boating class. In addition, sliding lead ranging between many insurance companies 4 and 12 ounces, depending give annual discounts for on the speed of the current. completing this course.” We drift all the way in to 60 feet of water and have caught them in all of the depths in between. We use a 6/0 circle hook with either a ballyhoo plug or a Spanish sardine for bait. You will want to use the long leader, as the mutton snapper will shy away from the moving lead. The best time to catch mutton is in the early color

Friday, May 31, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com New Pelican 13 Aiming for safer waters, marine patrol officers train on Lake Santa Barbara By Anne Siren “It’s a program to provide

New Pelican staff officers with a higher level of safety at sea,” says Knight. Pompano Beach – Lake “Before training, officers Santa Barbara was calm as would pull cops from the seven police boats entered its street and say, ‘Here’s the waters. There were neither boat; go run it.’” children playing on the Today, TAC’s program is surrounding manicured lawns global. Last week’s training nor any signs of activity brought 22 participants, within the storied homes. including marine officers Then came the first order. from West Virginia and the “Hold back,” said Todd Cayman Islands. Benedict, leader. “Civilian Capt. Randolph Jackson, boat entering ICW Cayman Islands customs [Intracoastal Waterway].” TAC trainer Todd Benedict performs a weapons demonstration. [Photos by John Fiore, liaison to the Broward and border patrol, said this Anne Siren] The luxury yacht gave wide Marine Advisory Committee. exercise is critical for his berth to the converged vessels agency. “We come every two representing BSO, Lighthouse Benedict called. paint balls; the victims were jumping boats, handcuffing years for the training. We are Point, Hillsboro Beach, Four shots rang out. mannequins and the national and placing life jackets on a trans-shipment point for Hollywood and Palm Beach. “Middle,” he shouted. exercise was for marine police suspects before removing drugs and human trafficking These officers and deputies The middle figure took officers. them from a vessel. between Cuba and Honduras. were focused on three figures multiple bullets. Boaters need not be Says Fiore, “When you The firearms tactics are a in a small fishing boat. Silence. concerned that such handcuff a person, he or she major concern for us.” Another order bellowed “Did everybody get a shot aggressive actions are won’t be able to swim.” From Hillsboro Beach, out from Benedict: “Put your in?” the leader asked. commonplace; rather this Fiore says the marine BSO Officer Dan McGrath hands on your heads; move to All answers came in the day was part of an ongoing advisory committee realized said the exercises helped him the back of the boat.” affirmative. advanced training program years ago that there were with “high-speed chases, No response. “Okay,” he said. “Let’s for marine officers who might officers on the water with the use of tourniquets and He repeated it with more make another run.” face a shooter at sea. no training. A program was keeping people afloat. Every emphasis. And so it was all morning Taking a suspect from a boat needed to certify street cops policeman should take this Four sharpshooters knelt at the training exercise for has its unique issues, says who could step into marine course.” on the boat’s starboard side, police marine officers. This John Fiore, a county planner patrol when needed. It’s all about safety. their guns aimed at the three one focused on hitting a target and liaison to the Broward That’s when Fiore contacted “We have 44,000 registered figures in the targeted boat. from a moving vessel. Marine Advisory Committee. Bob Knight. recreational boats and 1,500 “Movement on right,” The bullets were innocuous It is this committee that funds In 1998, Knight, a former commercial boats,” says the training and other water- police commander and Fiore. “Most boaters generally related exercises. Funding a Florida Marine Patrol are not a problem, but many is underwritten by Broward officer in Dade County had are inexperienced. I like to County boat registrations. founded Tactical Advantage get out in the boats. I like for Training also includes Consultants, Inc. [TAC]. boaters to see us. I always wave; mostly get waves back, and it’s mostly five fingers,” he laughs. Fiore says that the most common stops for marine

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14 New Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, May 31, 2019 Management promised 120 of Buffalo. They remember it Recyclers hours of public education. Lorees “We love the as a beautiful fall day bursting Continued from page 1 The other factor in the cost Continued from page 10 work and the with the vivid colors of of disposing of solid waste is autumn leaves. Asked if love The Broward League of the dumping fees which are when it comes to the Lorees camaraderie is still sweet the second time Cities is urging support for on the rise and were estimated who continue to volunteer on with the other around, they both nod yes, a regional solid waste and to cost $300,000 more in this the campus of this life care without hesitating. recycling study that would fiscal year than the previous community. volunteers.” For many years they produce a regional solution to year. Sally, a career librarian, summered in Franklinville, was the founder of the library the problem. the demanding job of senate New York where Sally owned at The Heritage, one of the But officials here are not “I am not big on president, he reluctantly took a landmark home built in towers at JKV and she now so eager to participate. Said the job and did it well. 1849. Two years ago they sold this.” is chairman of the library Mayor Bill Ganz, “I am not He pedals around the the home and became full big on this. I don’t want to committee that serves all its time Villagers. This week, Chad Grecsek community on a bike, goes to commit us to something high rises, East Lake and They believe JKV is an director of sustainable the fitness building to work just yet.” The mayor said an Gardens West, the assisted ideal place to live year ‘round management, said the rates out at least five days a week. option may be to eliminate living building. with its many activities and are rising faster than were He flashes a broad smile at the commercial recycling She is also club treasurer options for learning and trying projected. everyone he passes and it’s so program. and actively involved in the new things. Paul says, “We’ve Grecsek said he will have contagious he usually gets one Vice Mayor Todd Drosky Garden Club. She plans to brought six new residents to a report on the situation at in return. was also hesitant to agree to assist Paul with 50/50 and the JKV and they are as happy the commission’s June 18 the resolution. “We have a raffles during the upcoming A little personal here as we are.” meeting. unique opportunity to acquire bazaar. history Thank you, Sally and Paul, Last year as the new our own site and may not Paul is a charter member Sally married Paul, a doctor for your many contributions contract with Waste want to be committed to a and active participant of both of ophthalmology, 20 years to the community. Management was being countywide solution.” The Singing Villagers and the ago in October of 1999 in negotiated, all recycling here That solution is not Rotary Club. He has served as Ellicottville, a ski area south was temporarily suspended, imminent, Drosky said this a JKV senator, been on many causing a negative reaction week. The city would have senate committees and, when from the public. to acquire the land and build no one was willing to take on the facility at a conservative estimate of $10 to $12 million. There are locations but the city is not actively pursuing them at this time, he said. Last summer, the city signed a five-year contract with Waste Management which allowed an 18 percent contamination rate for recyclables. It launched an educational program on its website and in schools that featured Ricky the Recycling Ranger and the slogan, “When in doubt, throw it out.” Waste color

Friday, May 31, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com New Pelican 15 Deerfield Beach’s iconic Le Val de Loire restaurant continues to be a destination of choice for lovers of authentic French cuisine Le Val de Loire ​​​ The Cove Shopping Center 1576 SE 3 Ct​. Deerfield Beach​​​​​ 954-427-5354​ Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ​ Dinner 4:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. le-val-de-loire.com

By Malcolm McClintock

New Pelican staff Situated just off Hillsboro Boulevard within strolling distance of the Intracoastal, this cozy bistro oozes everything that is French gastronomy. ​ ​ From crêpes to quiches, Oven-roasted and herb crusted, the half rack of lamb Provençale is always a The seafood crêpe stuffed with giant sea scallops, shrimp and lobster sauce foie gras to frog legs, Le Val popular choice. [Photos by Malcolm McClintock] topped with Swiss cheese is a customer favorite.

de Loire is the perfect place At all times, guests can specials that include tender to take a culinary voyage to enjoy a host of traditional Bourguignon beef braised France while remaining firmly appetizers such as escargots in red wine, calf’s liver in the warm climes of South in garlic butter, homemade with sautéed onions, lemon Florida. pâté, French onion soup, chicken, roasted orange duck Chef-owner Fabrice Laurent warm foie gras with apples, and salmon or sole in brown has parlayed his many years endive salad and the highly butter with lemon sauce. of experience into his own addictive fish soup with “We also have excellent thriving eatery. grated cheese, crispy toast and mussels with fries,” asserts “I’ve worked in some of the quintessential “rouille” – a Chef Fabrice. “In fact, I the best establishments in thick, garlic laden bread and believe we have the best fries Paris, Geneva and Miami, but oil sauce that is considered a in town.” decided to make my home natural companion to seafood Of course, a cavalcade of and open my own place here soups in France. crêpes is always available. in Deerfield Beach,” says For a quick and inexpensive A fan favorite is the seafood Fabrice, who, with the help of lunch, the various soup crêpe stuffed with giant sea his gregarious wife Nadine, and sandwich combos are scallops, shrimp and lobster has truly made a name for ideal options. But Le Val de himself over the past 15 years. Loire also proposes gourmet See Le Val de Loire on page 16

Send your news to [email protected] 16 New Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, May 31, 2019 coffee begin at $27 while Le Val de single entrées can be enjoyed for $16. Loire The early bird or complete Continued from page 15 meal specials start at $22 and kids can eat for $10. sauce topped with Swiss Le Val de Loire also boasts cheese. The Bergère conceals a solid wine list of mostly a wealth of goat cheese, fresh French vintages along with tomatoes and basil while the a full bar. Starting at $28, a healthy Florentine overflows bottle of red or white will be with chicken, spinach, white a good complement to any sauce and Swiss cheese. meal. Additionally, “we offer a A private room is available wide selection of vegetarian, for larger groups or special organic and gluten-free occasions and parking is dishes,” says Nadine. “And always free. of course, everything is made For a sweet pièce de fresh to order.” résistance, a full array of mouthwatering French “We also have desserts is on hand. Chocolate excellent mussels mousse, various sorbets, crème brûlée, peach Melba with fries. In fact, and the popular crêpe Suzette I believe we have flambéed with Grand Marnier are must-try specialties. the best fries in The grilled grouper with capers and ratatouille is an occasional special. Bon appétit! town.”

In the evening, the entrée possibilities become even more tantalizing as Maine lobster, herb crusted rack of lamb and filet mignon in peppercorn sauce are added to the menu. For the early crowd, Le Val de Loire offers a sunset special until 5:45 p.m. and regular specials the rest of the time. “We do two or three different fish and meat specials every day so that our regular customers can get even more variety” states Fabrice. “For example, today we have scallops au gratin and duck foie gras while other days it might be cassoulet, bouillabaisse or choucroute.” Lunch combos start at $11 and large dishes at $16. Complete dinners including soup or salad, dessert and

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Activities & Hobbies Shuffleboard games. June 5. 10 to 11 a.m. McNab Park, Email your calendar events to 2250 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano [email protected]. Beach. Games are played every Events are free unless stated. Wednesday until June 26. Equipment provided. 954-781- This Weekend 6525. “Let’s Go Biking!” Saturday. Needlework Circle: Knitting, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Bike tour of Crocheting, and More. June 6 Oakland Park starting from and 20. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Beach Jaco Pastorius Park, 4000 N. Branch Library, 3250 NE 2 St, Work continues on upgrading the Atlantic Boulevard drawbridge in Pompano Beach. Partial lane closures were required this week for the installation of east Dixie Hwy. Event also includes Pompano Beach. Club meets side sails [pictured at right]. Confirmation dates for the installation of the west bike rodeo, bike safety tips and regularly. 954-357-7830. Veterans Helping Veterans side sails are expected shortly. Landscaping and concrete walkways were also healthy food demonstration. installed. The photo above shows the work below the bridge, including the Bowling Tournament. June 15. Register at oaklandparkfl.gov murals that boaters on the Intracoastal will see. [Courtesy] or call 954-630-4000 for more 12 to 3 p.m. Diamond Strike information. Lanes, 2200 N. Federal Hwy., Live Jazz in the Park. Pompano Beach. Funds raised Saturday. 4 to 8 p.m. Annie go to Broward Children’s Center to 11 a.m. E. Pat Larkins Adderly Gillis Park, 601 MLK and to help train veterans to Children & Family Classes & Lectures Community Center, 520 MLK Blvd., Pompano Beach. Lawn help other veterans apply for Food & Fun Day. June 8. 10 Census 2020: Accounting for Blvd., Pompano Beach. Learn chairs allowed. 954-786-4046. disability benefits. Cost is a.m. to 4 p.m. Bethlehem Church, Civil Liberties. June 10. 6:30 “From The Swamp To The $100 per person. Sponsorships about Broward County’s Small 1060 S. MLK Ave., Deerfield p.m. Herb Skolnick Center, 800 Village: Florida Landscapes available. Business Certification Programs, Beach. Food, games and music. SW 36 Ave., Pompano Beach. upcoming transportation projects, by Florida Artists” exhibit. bmbchurch.org. “Learn about the history of the Books the penny sales tax impact, local Saturday. 7 p.m. Art Gallery 21, Used Book Sale. June 7. 9 Family & Friends Day. U.S. Census Bureau, what it business preference program 600 NE 21 Ct., Wilton Manors. a.m. to 5 p.m. Ethel M.Gordon June 9. 11 a.m. Bethlehem accomplishes for all citizens and and how to become a vendor. Live music and refreshments Oakland Park Library, 1298 NE Church, 1060 S. MLK Ave., residents if handled properly, and City and CRA staff are featured provided. 954-661-4740. 37 St. Proceeds benefit library. Deerfield Beach. Worship, how ACLU activists can assure speakers. 954-786-4585. Art & Expression Hosted by Friends of the Library. praise, preaching, giveaways. everyone is counted fairly.” Lunch with Art – the Visual 954-630-4370. bmbchurch.org. Refreshments will be provided. Arts Edition. June 5. 12:15 to Beach Readers Book Club: Food & Fun 1:15 p.m. BaCA, 41 NE 1 St., Discussion of Tayari Jones’ Wings and Wheels wing cook- Pompano Beach. Participate in novel, An American Marriage. off and car and bike show. June art projects on your lunch break. June 26. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Beach The Hen and the Hog 15. 3 to 6 p.m. Oveta McKeithen 954-786-7879. Branch Library, 3250 NE 2 St., Recreational Complex, 445 SW Artists Guild Gallery Pompano Beach. Copies of the Restaurant opens June 10 2 St., Deerfield Beach. Sample Opening Reception. June 7. 6 book will be available to check wings and vote for the best ones. Pompano Beach to 8 p.m. Artists Guild Gallery, out. 954-357-7830. – The grand opening of The Hen and the Deadline to enter contest is June 2910 N. Federal Hwy., Elegance Chambers & Hog will take place Monday, June 10. 12. Waterslides for the kids. 954- Plaza in Boca Raton. Local art Located at 3003 N. Federal Hwy., The Hen and the Hog is 480-4481. and artists. 561-392-2500. Business operated by the owners of Denise’s Kitchen, also in Pompano Lunch with Art – Poetry June Business Breakfast. Beach. June 6. 7:30 to 9 a.m. Wyndham Edition. June 6. 12 to 1:15 p.m. When opened, it will serve breakfast, lunch, and brunch on Pompano Beach Cultural Center, Deerfield Beach Hotel, 2096 NE Urban farm 2 St. Hosted by Deerfield Beach weekends. Brunch will include a mimosa bar. Dinner will be 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano on the menu later this year. Breakfast specials start at $5.25 Continued from page 2 Beach. World of Women Poetry Chamber of Commerce. Cost is $25 for members and $30 for with coffee and lunch specials at $7.99 Monday through Friday. Slam poet Sharonda “Eccentrich” Brown said that Gardening Richardson discusses how to non-members. deerfieldchamber. Business hours are Monday to Sunday from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. com. The restaurant will serve roast suckling pig and will feature a in the Eighties is “a garden write poetry. Refreshments group dedicated to those 80- provided but guests can bring Breakfast and Business pig rotisserie out front in the patio. For more information, call plus years young.” Sensory their own lunch. 954-545-7800. Meet & Greet. June 27. 9 201-321-6659. garden classes will also be held, “dedicated to those with limited sensory function or for those with sensory processing issues.” “Gardening is never done,” said Albee. UFI plans to continually update its gardens to be “far more friendly. We want a garden where people could come, sit, experience the gardening outdoor activities, even play cards, have a glass of wine . . . The idea is that gardening builds community.” UFI also offers kids’ programs, chef demonstrations, weekly presentations, and regenerative gardening classes. A coral garden is underway at the facility and at local middle and high schools. For more information, call 954-696-9577.

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Friday, May 31, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com New Pelican 19 that was beyond belief. is seeking state grants to 25 parking spaces at the city Savko Always smiling, always Bond enhance two projects: the hall/library complex. Continued from page 5 laughing, kind and generous. Continued from page 9 community center at Dan Witt The grant award would He was a beautiful man. I Park and the second-floor bring the total cost of the discharged, Mr. Savko can’t say enough about him,” $16.5 million general buildout at the library. library renovation to $1.1 went back home and said Houston. “I’ve lost a dear obligation bond approved by Library Director Christy million. became a salesman for friend. There was nothing you voters in November, said the Keyes will submit a matching The other grant request Hill Refrigeration in Lake couldn’t like about him.” projects attracted “15 of the grant request for $500,000 is being made by Parks and George, New York. He Pilar Barrera has been a finest firms in the area.” from the state Library and Recreation Director Becky sold refrigeration units to neighbor to them both for Currie Sowards rose to the Information Service. Lysengen for $500,000 to corporations. the last 10 years. To her, top because it can handle the If awarded, the funds will enlarge and improve the “Publix was my biggest the couple was more like workload presented by the pay for the design of the space community building at Dan customer.” grandparents than neighbors. diverse top five bidders. “We and the furnishings. Witt Park. In 1982, he retired and “He was beyond a wanted a firm that could give In addition, $326,000 will Those funds are available in moved to Pompano Beach. remarkable man. Full of life us a high level of its people.” be allocated for an additional a cultural facilities grant. But it didn’t take. full of respect, admiration Commissioners approved “I got bored the first time.” and humor like there was the choice. He worked two more no tomorrow . . . I wish god The city will begin contract jobs, security for a condo in would make more like him,” negotiations with Currie. If an Woman’s club sponsors two Fort Lauderdale and patient she said. agreement cannot be reached, transportation for an eye “We lost another icon,” said the second ranked company summer day trips surgeon in Boca Raton, before fellow veteran and American will be contacted. Deerfield Beach – Spots are available for two day trips finally retiring several years Legion member Chuck Grants may enrich sponsored by the Deerfield Beach Woman’s Club. The trips ago. McLaughlin. funds for library, are: Miami Vizcaya Museum and Gardens historic building and guided tour on Thursday, July 18, $80 per person; Fort Pierce In 2004, he met his partner, At press time Thursday, community center National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum on Tuesday, Aug. 13, $90 Amy Houston. information on funeral Lighthouse Point – per person. Both trips are all inclusive, including lunch and They lived together until his services for Mr. Savko were Attempting to leverage chartered coach bus transportation. Seats are limited and filling death. not yet available. the $16.5 million general up fast. Call Sally Brinkworth at 954-427-2175 to RSVP. “He had a sense of humor obligation bond, the city

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20 New Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, May 31, 2019 On the way back from provide additional resources a privilege to do our part to Training training to Alsdorf Park, Poverello for food insecure families and help.” Continued from page 13 officers ran across an Continued from page 10 individuals. “I am so grateful to be emergency. Their boat “Each year, 3,350 families part of this wonderful patrol officers come from motored up beside another for sophisticated shoppers needing support come to the organization,” states Client inexperienced boaters, training boat. at this 7,000 square foot Poverello Center to select Service Representative Conni speeders and registration “What’s wrong?” asked store,” says Pietrogallo. “For medically appropriate grocery Bessette. “It is so rewarding checks. They also pull boats Benedict. “Need assistance?” example, people can purchase items from our specialized to be able to give back to the over to pass out boat safety “Yeah. Got a net?” someone top brand dress shirts for $7 menu. They also receive key community.” information. called from the boat. “We got and suits for $25.” nutritional information,” For additional information And they keep their eyes a cat stuck between concrete.” Poverello will also be asserts Pietrogallo, “I am or to learn about volunteering peeled for children on boats Jay Sanford went right into looking to partner with local shocked that in this day and opportunities, visit poverello. without life jackets. the water. The tide was rising. churches to establish “pop-up” age, there are persons who org. “The fine is $92 per child The kitten kept its head above eat well centers in order to do not have the basics. It is [under six] without a jacket,” two concrete pieces. Sanford says Fiore. “We’ll turn you scooped it out; lost it in the around and follow you back water. to your dock if that happens. Another officer scooped RELIGIOUS DIRECTORY If older children have no it up, brought it to the boat. jackets, officers often pull Sanford grabbed the angry the boat over, provide jackets feline and tossed it on the and demonstrate how to use dock where it hightailed them.” toward dry land. Then came real action. Another day at sea.

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Friday, May 31, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com New Pelican 21 Honoring America’s fallen; Pompano Beach Memorial Day photos Pompano Beach – On Memorial Day here, veterans, residents, first responders and elected officials joined together in the annual Memorial Day parade and ceremony. [Photos by Michael d’Oliveira]

The city’s antique fire truck.

Aiden Purdy rings the bell on the city’s antique fire truck.

Ann Batchelder. The Cub Scouts were among several groups who participated in the parade. Harrison Thoni of Boy Scout Troop Stacy Vitella dressed as Betsy Ross. 512. color

22 New Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, May 31, 2019 unaffordable places to live service sector occupations Little League season ends on a Housing in the United States. Other with hourly wages that Continued from page 6 notable findings from the translate to workers earning high note in Deerfield Beach study are outlined below. 40 to 60 percent of the median University Metropolitan As of November 2018, household income; Center for the preparation the overall average rent There are 147,313 cost- and update of the Broward in Broward County was burdened renter households County Affordable Housing $1,843, which represented in Broward County, of which, Needs and Conditions. The an 8 percent year-over-year 52.7 percent [77,677 renter study provides current data increase; households] are “severely” on housing supply, housing The $350,000 median cost-burdened [pay in excess demand, future housing sale price is only affordable of 50 percent of their incomes demand and provides to households earning on housing costs]; municipal and unincorporated 210 percent and above the The study provides us area demographic profiles county’s median household with an understanding of the Members of the Demons celebrate their victory. [Bottom row left to right] Nate Thomas, Raevin [turtle] Chalmers, Zeryc Chalmers, Jancel Charles. and housing supply and income [12.6 percent of all shifting demands for housing [Middle row] Landon O’Rorke, KJ Williams, Sam Stanley [MVP], Damil Kyles, demand for each area by Broward County households]; and how critical it is for the Markeise Kyles, Conroy Whyte, Conner Cecil, Dylan Cecil, Angel Davober. very low, low- and moderate- The median sales price of creation of effective housing [Back row coaches] Manager Neile Thomas, Coach John Cecil income populations. One of 3 and 4-bedroom existing policies and strategies. These single-family homes Deerfield Beach – Little League here ended the 2019 season the most important findings findings are astonishing, has increased in most of with a day-long series of championship games earlier this from this study is that and it is imperative that the Broward County’s largest month. the housing affordability County and municipalities municipalities; Games started at 10 a.m. after a live performance of the demands in Broward County work together to solve this The majority [54 percent] National Anthem by Sarah Lash. and its municipalities affordable housing crisis that of Broward County workers According to League president Jason Siracusa, for the first have not improved despite Broward County residents are are employed in lower wage time, games were played on all four ballfields at the Deerfield impressive post-recession experiencing.” Beach Athletic Complex. job growth numbers and The competition was followed by a trophy ceremony and free low unemployment. With food. “I can’t think of a better way to end the season and lead 53.9 percent cost-burdened us into the upcoming all-star tournaments,” Siracusa said. households, Broward The 7/8 year-olds all-star tournament started Tuesday, May County is one of the most 28. Weather permitting, the tournament should be completed on June 6. Championship game results Advertise Minors – Red Sox managed by Charlie Silveria beat the with Orioles 10-2 Majors – Demons managed by Neile Thomas beat the The Pelican! Wahoos 4-2 Call us today! 50/70 – Yankees managed by Warren Fronte beat the Red Sox 954-783-8700 5-3 RENTED Juniors – Nationals managed by Bobby Williams beat the Dodgers 12-2 Place a classified in MVP Awards: The Pelican Newspaper Minors – Lucas Pujol 20 Words for Majors – Sam Stanley $15.00 50/70 – Co-winners Robert and Roman Odierna Call 954-783-8700 Juniors – Salvatore Saccente color

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The commuter line will run only the middle school fields. on tracks outside Oakland City Commissioner Ben Park City Hall where Preston made the return of the Brightline now runs. Packer Rattlers a cornerstone “Brightline, now called of his successful campaign. Virgin Trains USA, just The teams were barred from observed its first year local playing fields in 2016 anniversary,” Little noted. after a series of problems “We’ve identified places arose associated with the where stations would make adults who ran the program. the most sense,” he said. In The organization has since Oakland Park, “Two locations been revamped. popped up to consider,” Little Now, all children who wish said, “the area north of NE to play tackle football or be 38 Street adjacent to Funky a member of the cheering Buddha and Jaco Pastorius squads are welcome to Park and the area across from apply to the Packer Rattler city hall on NE 12 Avenue organization, Santucci said. [Main Street] and Dixie If Oakland Park is chosen for a commuter station, this is one possible design for the platform. [Courtesy] He added that the city Highway.” did review the McDougle’s He commended the city to look like existing Tri- submit plans to the FTA for Wilton Manors and Oakland financial statements and found on its landscaping along the Rail stations. Those are 30 funding consideration as a Park are about a mile from no serious irregularities. corridor. “You have the best years old. To come up with system. one another.” A call to the Foundation landscaping along the corridor conceptual renderings for “The FTA likes to know Little said a lot of details was not returned in time for anywhere in the region by Oakland Park, designers there’s interest in this,” he still need to be worked out. publication. far.” The track is right up to looked at improvements said. Infrastructure is in place, “Ultimately, where a station the edge of Funky Buddha’s already made in the park, such so the timeframe is 2022, goes will be up to the FEC.” loading area. as the arched entryway and 2023. Tri-Rail is still working Little said the first step “This is a great opportunity fountain plaza. on agreements to use the FEC is determining if the city GO TO pelicannewspaper.com for synergies between the “These are ideas of what track. “We believe in being supports a train station. park, Funky Buddha and you can do. In a town like this ahead of the curve, so we’re “The RTA [Rail Transit and sign-up for Oakland Square.” [Oakland with so many creative people, ready to go,” Little said. Agency] won’t do a more a FREE Digital Square is a mixed-use you could have a design “When do we know if detailed plan until they Subscription of The development planned on the competition to see what the Oakland Park will remain know if you support it.” Pelican Newspaper. west side of Dixie Highway.] final design would look like.” in the cut?” Commissioner Commissioners didn’t make A link to The Pelican The train platform would be What are the next steps? Michael Carn asked. “Wilton any decision at this meeting. directly east of the park. Little said a report will be Manors is also in there, and will be “Train stations don’t have put together. Tri-Rail will [the proposed stations in] emailed every Friday. color

24 New Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, May 31, 2019 Agreement approved emergency. responses and then evaluate Straws Hurricane them with no adverse for hurricane debris Exercises like the Continued from page 11 Continued from page 9 “Hurricane Smith” scenario consequences. removal provide an opportunity for “We get the opportunity In order to educate and Commissioners also services. emergency responders to without the stress of a real inform those affected by unanimously approved an Hurricane Season 2019 practice what they know and incident to practice the skills the ordinance, enforcement interlocal agreement with begins June 1 and ends Nov. learn to ask when they don’t we need,” Jackson said at the won’t begin until Aug. 15. the city of Fort Lauderdale 30. know the answer so they can end of the exercise. “It gives Assistance will be provided for hurricane/disaster debris “We are health and medical be prepared when a real event us the chance to troubleshoot in identifying alternatives to removal and disposal. and so anytime there is occurs, Sudden said. things that work and things plastic straws. The town agreed that an incident in the county “Our job is to exercise those that don’t work as well. It also The town manager has resources can be used most that could overburden the plans and make sure they gives us a chance to get input the discretion to delay efficiently and effectively healthcare system, we get work and tweak them if they from our partners.” enforcement of the ordinance and fuel can be conserved if involved,” explained Terri don’t work,” Sudden noted. For more information if he deems it necessary the town sends its hurricane Sudden, director of public “It’s a training exercise to on how to prepare for in implementing this new debris to Fort Lauderdale. health preparedness for DOH test how resourceful someone emergencies, visit broward. program. The town will reimburse in Broward County. “If there can be. You basically do floridahealth.gov/programs- Fines for violations will Fort Lauderdale for the were a train derailment with whatever you need to do to and-services/emergency- be set by resolution at a later storage, transportation, multiple injuries, a plane be responsive to whatever preparedness-and-response/ date. Mayor Chris Vincent processing, disposal, and crash or bad accident on I-95 the need is. It’s also about personal-and-family- said he would like to see what monitoring of debris collected with numerous fatalities, we relationships so you get to preparedness/index.html. other cities are doing about in or from the town. would respond.” know the people at other fines. The arrangement won’t The DOH’s Emergency tables. It gives familiarity as Town Attorney Susan impair the eligibility of either Advertise Support Function is to to where everybody is located with the New Pelican! Trevarthen said she has seen party for reimbursement of coordinate health and at the EOC.” Call us today! them range from $150 to hurricane debris expenses. medical services in response Tracy Jackson, director of 954-783-8700 $250. to a disaster, emergency, Broward County’s Emergency or incident that may lead Management Division, said to a public health, medical, the hurricane exercise allowed behavioral, or human service participants to practice their