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Friday,Pelican March 22, 2019 - Vol. XXVII, Issue 12 Pompano Beach • Deerfield Beach • Lighthouse Point • Lauderdale-By-The-Sea • Wilton Manors • Oakland Park • Hillsboro Beach • The Galt • Palm Aire Visit Us Online at: PelicanNewspaper.com • 954-783-8700 • Send news to [email protected] Price 10¢ Town’s Ely brings home 8th state championship leadership remains unchanged By Judy Wilson

Pelican staff Hillsboro Beach – The town’s elected leadership remained in place this week after a reorganizational meeting held Tuesday. Deb Tarrant was chosen by the commission to serve her fourth consecutive term as mayor. She was nominated by Vice Mayor Irene Kirdahy. Kirdahy, nominated by Commissioner Vicky Feaman, remains vice mayor.

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The Blanche Ely Tigers won their eighth state basketball title March 9. See story on page 24. [Courtesy] Bean & Pepper Jamboree Human trafficking concerns raised City moves to returns in massage parlor discussion restrict medical By Judy Vik Pompano Beach – The celebration marijuana of this city’s agricultural history Pelican Staff returns with the Bean & Pepper Oakland Park – Massage parlor regulations and changes to the after dispensaries Jamboree on Sunday, March 31 from hours bar permits are among the “quality of life” laws city officials here are By Judy Wilson 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Sample- considering. McDougald House, 450 NE 10 St. Pelican staff “Lately we’re too often hearing of unlawful activity, including prostitution First started in 1946 at the Pompano and human trafficking at massage parlors,” said Jennifer Frastai, engineering Deerfield Beach – Commissioners Beach Farmer’s Market, the event and community development director. Tuesday increased the distance declined in the 1970s but was As Frastai talked about the issue at the March 6 commission meeting, she between medical marijuana reintroduced 10 years ago. displayed newspaper headlines, including ones about Robert Kraft. The Patriots dispensaries amid a discussion that It features pony rides, petting zoo, owner was arrested last month and charged with soliciting prostitution at a included banning future outlets in massage parlor in Jupiter. this city. Currently there are five See JAMBOREE on page 16 Frastai said staff wants to ensure massage parlors are in the appropriate zone, dispensaries and two more are being have state licenses, pay a business tax, employ only licensed masseuses and that permitted. the owners have not been convicted of certain crimes. Also prohibited would be Commissioner Michael Hudak said, dark, tinted windows. “There is ample opportunity to get Commissioner Tim Lonergan said the ordinance was overdue. medical marijuana. Is there a way to “This is an area where we see human trafficking. Any progress is all good.” ban [more dispensaries]?” Vice Mayor Matthew Sparks and commissioners Michael Carn and Jane Bolin Said Commissioner Ben Preston, also expressed support for the ordinance. “Anyone with medical issues will “Massage parlors keep popping up,” said Sparks. have five [dispensaries]. We don’t Carn said he sees the blinking sign and sandwich board advertising the Pink need 10, we don’t need 15.”

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2 The Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, March 22, 2019 Blanche Ely students ‘Keep It Klean’ and make a buck By Michael d’Oliveira

Pelican staff Pompano Beach – When most people look at a discarded water bottle, they see garbage. When Paris Prince and Frantz Jules spot the same bottle, they see a business opportunity. The young entrepreneurs, sophomores at Blanche Ely High School, are the founders of Keep It Klean [KIK], which makes bracelets and necklaces out of plastic and paper waste. Paris Prince and Frantz Jules show off their KIK jewelry. [Staff] Each bit of jewelry is made These pieces of jewelry are made out of recycled plastic. [Courtesy] from a cut up piece of plastic and coated with a special awareness to the declaring March 16 “Keep It are proud of Prince and Jules Keep It Klean can be liquid. Bits of paper are used environment,” said Jules, Klean Day.” for starting KIK. “It tells us found on Twitter [@ as decoration. Prince said KIK’s vice president of Although they needed no we’re on the right track with it_klean] and Instagram most of the plastic comes finance. “We’ve been waiting help with their passion for the getting them college ready. [@justkeepkleaning] or from bottles. on adults too long.” environment, Prince and Jules It’s very exciting.” GoFundMe [gofundme.com/f/ So far, Prince and Jules said Vice Mayor Barry Moss did get help with the business More information on keep-it-klean]. KIK has sold 42 units and agreed, calling Paris and Jules side through the Junior generated $200 in sales. The “impressive young people.” Achievement Fellows, a pieces sell for between $2 and He said it’s up to this new program that teaches students $5. generation to “clean up the how to conceive and manage But the two say making mess my generation made.” their own small business. money is the bonus. Moss, who attended the Cheryl Hodgson-Toeller, On Saturday, in partnership cleanup with Commissioner one of Ely’s assistant with Pompano Beach and the Tom McMahon, read an principals, said she and other Community Redevelopment official city proclamation teachers and administrators Agency, KIK held a street cleanup along Northwest 6 Avenue. It’s the main road that leads to Blanche Ely. “We wanted to make a difference,” said Prince, KIK’s president. “Our goal is to bring

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Friday, March 22, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com The Pelican 3 Officials seek developer to build another beach garage By Judy Vik of the storm that’s coming,” Officials say it’s regularly are being sought on the site reviewed.

Pelican Staff Suzette Sibble, assistant city filled to capacity. – perhaps a hotel or grocery “Parking demand is higher manager, told the East CRA “Now the much larger store – to generate revenue to than anticipated, and that is Pompano Beach – More Advisory Committee. Oceanic restaurant is nearing offset the cost of the garage. a good and bad problem,” restaurants, retail shops and A recent parking density completion” and needs 300 “We need to find the right Sibble said. a hotel are on the horizon study shows 700 to 750 more spaces. The city is looking for mix. It’s a partnership. This is Committee member Stephen for this city’s beachfront parking spaces are needed on a developer to build a garage early in the process, and we Purkiss noted that the retail commercial areas. the barrier island. on a lot just east of the Sands want to have public input,” space at Plaza Oceanside [at To handle the customers Owners of the Beach House Resort and south of the fire she said. Atlantic and A1A] sat empty who will most likely follow, restaurant, which opened a station with a road connecting Proposed date for for 10 years. city officials say more parking year ago, chose the location A1A and Riverside Drive. completion of the project is “The city insisted on mixed is needed in the form of a new because the city’s 663-space The developer will be 2021. In the interim, staff use. One business there now, garage. parking garage is right across asked to design, finance and is looking for lots to lease a restaurant, is empty 90 “We’re trying to get ahead the street, Sibble said. maintain the garage, Sibble so employees at beach percent of the time. We should said. Cost of construction is businesses won’t use premium look carefully at the viability estimated at $20 million. parking spaces. of retail.” Consultant Chris Brown A shuttle would be used Purkiss said he could said staff is analyzing two to ferry employees from the see the need for parking possible garage systems: one lots to their jobs. A temporary but cautioned, “Let’s make similar to the pier garage, the parking lot is planned at sure we have a fit on the other an automated operation. Briny and 2 Street. Share- ground when we make these Sibble said private uses riding systems are also being decisions.” The East CRA Advisory Committee meets at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of each month. Members of the public can provide input on this and other projects.

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4 The Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, March 22, 2019 City increases license plate reader funds amid concerns Mayor to By Michael d’Oliveira the system was originally as one possible location. The Broward Sheriff’s provide Pelican staff signed in 2017 and capped at Zamoski responded that Office is looking for the two $500,000. camera site selection would men identified as the shooters. development Pompano Beach – In an occur after the contract “When are we going to start effort to improve safety, city “Had a security addendum with SiteSecure is looking at putting security updates commissioners approved an finalized. cameras in?” asked Thrower. Pompano Beach additional $500,000 for the system been at “Let’s try not to announce “Had a security system been – Mayor Automatic License Plate that park, you to the criminals where we’re at that park, you could have Rex Hardin will provide updates on redevelopment Recognition system. could have found putting the cameras,” said found out who shot that The system uses cameras to Mayor Rex Hardin. young man.” He added that along the beach and the read license plates of vehicles out who shot Catching criminals and people who use the parks at northwest part of the city on at various locations in the city. that young man.” suspects is exactly why night need to be able to feel Wednesday, March 27 at 7 For security purposes, city resident Vicente Thrower safe. “We need to make that a p.m. at the Emma Lou Olson officials have not disclosed - Thrower asked commissioners to install priority.” Civic Center, 1801 NE 6 St. where they are. security cameras at Apollo City Manager Greg Hardin will speak during the The information on each Eugene Zamoski, the city’s Park. Harrison responded by saying meeting of the North Broward license plate scanned is fed chief information officer, said Thrower broached the issue BSO and the city have been Democratic Club. Wendi into a state database. he was making an “educated in February after the death working on a security audit. Lipsich, district director for If the owner of the vehicle guess” as to whether or not of Brian Wallace, Jr. The A request to fund the audit, Congressman Ted Deutch, has warrants out against him the additional $500,000 would Blanche Ely graduate died he added, would be made will also speak. For more or her, or if the vehicle is be enough to fund the system after he was shot in Apollo during the 2019-2020 budget information, call 954-683- stolen or wanted in connection for the rest of the contract. Park. process this summer. 7789. with another crime, law “We thought we weren’t enforcement can be notified. going to spend more than BSO Pompano Beach $500,000 so we put a District Chief Wayne Adkins $500,000 limit. But as time declined to provide details went by, we started putting and specifics on the cameras more video security in [parks but did say, “They’re a and] many different places. valuable tool.” We reached that limit, but the The additional money was contract is not over.” approved 5-0 on March 12. Vice Mayor Barry Moss Commissioner Andrea McGee asked if commissioners would was absent. be able to request where the The five-year contract new cameras would be placed. with SiteSecure to maintain He mentioned Apollo Park color

Friday, March 22, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com The Pelican 5 New commission seated; outgoing officials say their goodbyes By Judy Wilson

Pelican staff Deerfield Beach – Commissioners Michael Hudak [Dist. 1] and Ben Preston [Dist. 2] were sworn in Tuesday night after winning the March 12 election. They join commissioners Bernie Parness [Dist. 3], Todd Drosky [Dist. 4] and Mayor Ben Preston now represents Dist. 2. Michael Hudak is sworn in as Dist. 1 Bill Ganz on the dais. [Staff] commissioner. [Staff] Commissioner Todd Drosky became the vice mayor, in 1793, Drosky called been on the commission, he Outgoing city commissioners Joe Miller and Gloria Battle said goodbye Tuesday. a title that rotates among his position “ . . . the most has missed “zero” meetings. The two shared a laugh when Miller came to the dais dressed as the Monopoly Man. “Maybe I can get a job with Parker Bros.,” he quipped. [Courtesy] commissioners. insignificant office that the Outgoing commissioners He assumed his new mind of man has conceived.” Gloria Battle and Joe Miller position lightheartedly. To prove the point, Drosky said their goodbyes. fulfilling, challenging and Opportunity Zone there and Quoting John Adams when pointed out that in the 10 Battle said her years on the rewarding.” a local hire initiative. She he became vice president years Mayor Bill Ganz has board had been “extremely Saying she was proud of her praised City Manager Burgess work, she enumerated a dozen Hanson and his “professional accomplishments during her and talented team.” four- year term, including the She concluded saying,” I rezoning of Dixie Highway am proud that I stayed true to and the creation of the Dixie myself and to my values.” Highway Neighborhood Miller took a whimsical Group, her focus on jobs approach, appearing decked and training for residents of District 2, the creation of the See COMMISSION on page 13 BW

6 The Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, March 22, 2019 Hillsboro Mile closures Hillsboro Beach – Motorists on Hillsboro Mile [A1A] should be aware of partial and full lane closures due to a sewer repair project during the week of Pompano Beach, Deerfield Beach, Lighthouse Point, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, March 25. Wilton Manors, Oakland Park, Palm Aire, Galt Ocean Mile and Hillsboro Beach From 1189 to 1172 Hillsboro Mile, only one traffic lane will be open from 7 Letter ESTABLISHED 1993 • Volume XXVII, Issue 12 a.m. to 7 p.m. Founding Editor and Publisher Only one traffic lane will be open from 1050 to 1085, same hours. Motorists Anne Hanby Siren from 1050 and north must travel north to leave the town. Vice president - Christopher H. Siren A complete road closure will occur from 1050 to 1045 and from 1039 to 1045. Editor-in-chief - Michael d’Oliveira No through-traffic will be allowed except for emergency vehicles. 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BEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (“CRA”) porary. Let faucets run until the water clears up. Cost: $100,548.24. APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING The city’s primary focus is the quality of water provided to its customers. THE PROPER OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE For more information call the Utilities Billing Division at 954-786-4637. Many cities do “simplify” the A FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE - City of Pompano Beach required legalese wording to make PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT sure citizens are fully aware of BETWEEN THE CRA AND PROFESSIONAL. SECURITY pending actions their local elected CONCEPTS, INC., A CALIFORNIA commissioners will consider. CORPORATION AUTHORIZED AND Why does that make a LICENSED TO DO BUSINESS IN Free expungement workshop difference? 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For instance: MEETINGS; PROVIDING AN provide our services to you at no cost, answer questions and determine if you • Will the loss of McNab Park EFFECTIVE DATE. [2/7 item on Pompano qualify to have your record sealed or expunged,” the Broward State Attorney’s on Atlantic Boulevard impact the Beach Agenda] Office stated in a press release. surrounding neighborhood? “If you are eligible, our staff will help you prepare the Florida Department of • Why are officials allowing bike lanes on busy streets? Do we want children Law Enforcement application and gather the documents that must be submitted riding next to cars? with your application.” • If public schools are failing, should local officials lead the charge? [Not if The event is free but a $75 processing fee must be paid when a completed we don’t put their feet the fire]. application is submitted. For more information, visit sao17.state.fl.us/ Back to that item about security guards; what do those guards guard for sealexpunge.html or call 954-831-6955. $100K? Is the beach that scary? Pompano Beach taxpayers already pay for police services through Broward Sheriff’s Office. This year, the tab is $45.8 million. It might be worth a question or two to ask why taxpayers must cough up another $100K. Meet authors with The Friends Maybe there is a reasonable answer. Fort Lauderdale – Join The Friends of the Pompano Beach Library at a Many good things, expensive things and a few dumb things, slip by at city reception for multiple authors on Saturday, March 23 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at hall. We do not blame the elected officials. If citizens are allowing five or six Barnes & Noble, 2051 N. Federal Hwy. In attendance will be Laura Duksta, persons the sole right to make multi-million dollar decisions without even author of I Love you More, and I’ll Hug your More; Elaine Viets, author of Ice asking why - that falls on the local citizens. Blonde, The Art of Murder; Dr. Camilo Cruz, author of Contador de Historias One way to stay informed is to appoint at least two representatives to attend and La Vaca; and Andrew Schatkin, author of Select Legal Topics, Vol. 2, Essays city meetings on behalf of neighborhood. Have a cookout and let the reps on Faith, Culture, Politics and Philosophy, and The Parables of Jesus. For more inform the neighbors of commission decisions. It would be a good idea to invite information, call 954-561-3732. the commissioner who represents that neighborhood. You think you would not let strangers spend your hard-earned money, but you are doing that when you don’t pay attention to city hall. Send your letters to the editor to -Anne Siren [email protected] bw

Friday, March 22, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com The Pelican 7 minute to apply, Ostroff said, Massage and staff is recommending a ‘New library is on the horizon’ discounted rate for applying By Judy Vik residents to provide their The new library, she said, parlor early. Those who apply three Pelican Staff input, he added. “How big do needs to be flexible and Continued from page 1 months early would receive a you want the library to be? mobile. “People are working 20 percent discount. Applying Oakland Park – The race is Should it accommodate child everywhere. Fifty-three Lotus massage parlor as he two months early rates a 10 on for library funding. care? Some say we should percent of millennials are drives out of his front gate. percent discount. This city is ranked fifth on have a performing arts center. most likely to use the library “This is very serious to me. Staff would also be able to a list of applicants vying for Can we afford that?” for meetings, for a quiet We have two schools adjacent deny, suspend or revoke the state funds to build a new “A new library is on the workspace and for access to to this parlor,” Carn added. permit. library. Officials discussed horizon,” said consultant technology. Today, public “The owner comes out and Commissioner Michael the issue at the March 7 bond Debbie Joy, library marketing libraries are so much more shoos children away. This is Carn suggested reducing the meeting. director for Library Systems than places to check out seedy at best.” discounts to 10 percent and A decision is expected to and Services. books.” Changes proposed to five percent. be made in June and City In November, voters She also spoke about co- after-hours permitting “It sounds like changes Manager David Hebert wants approved a $40 million bond location, building the library All businesses licensed to are absolutely needed,” said to be ready. for facilities improvements: with a community center or sell or serve alcohol after Commissioner Jane Bolin. “We’re in a little bit of a the library, community centers some kind of public/private midnight here are required to She also thought the discounts race on the library. A clock and fire stations. partnership with a coffee shop obtain a permit from the city. were too high. is ticking on a half million If a new city library is built, or other business. But the city cannot currently Mayor Sara Guevrekian dollars we don’t want to lose it would replace the Ethel M. Three possible locations deny, suspend or revoke a said she is happy staff is out on.” Gordon Library at 1298 NE The first step is choosing permit, according to Brad looking into these quality of Preliminary state budget 37 St., built in 1963. the location for the future Ostroff, public works assistant life issues. She agreed, “20 reports show the top 15 Joy, who said she spoke library and three potential director. and 10 percent is extremely applicants have been with library stakeholders, sites exist. So city staff has suggested generous” and favored funded so far. “We’re in called the library a “place of The former Omega revisions to the permitting adding some teeth to enforce the comfortable range if pride” and said it’s “inspiring Church site, diagonally process. violations. legislators fund the full to see what a special place across the street from the The vast majority of A total of 25 permits have budget,” Hebert said. this library holds in the current library. applicants wait until the last been issued for this year. Now is the time for community.” Pros: The library would stay part of the downtown area, and the location is well known to the public. It’s close to a potential train stop. Cons: Using that site would keep prime property off the tax rolls. It’s on the eastern edge of Oakland Park and there are limits to the number of parking spaces.

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Send your stories and photos to [email protected] or call Business matters 954-783-8700. Tips on Grover Corlew buys Hillsboro Center for $32.5 million Deerfield Beach – Grover lodging establishments. on-site management building Deerfield Station, an best use of Corlew, a South Florida- “We specialize in and security, landscaped apartment complex with retail based real estate investment transforming centrally located walkways, courtyard sitting space. LinkedIn management group, has suburban office properties areas, a tranquil pond, “Hillsboro Center is a Deerfield Beach – Debbie acquired the 216,101 square- into revitalized spaces that waterfalls and an on-site café. tremendous long-term Wemyss will share her foot Hillsboro Center for meet the needs of today’s It is currently 90 percent investment for us,” said expertise on LinkedIn $32.5 million. businesses,” said Partner Anuj leased with such notable Partner Mark Corlew. profiles and best practices Hillsboro Center includes a Grover. tenants as Dart Container “This high-end complex fits for marketing. She will speak six-story, 116,250 square-foot “Hillsboro Center is well Corporation, Humana and in perfectly with our portfolio at the quarterly Business Class A office tower at 600 positioned in a growing area Old Republic National Title of signature office properties.” Roundtable on Wednesday, West Hillsboro Blvd. and four of Deerfield Beach. Our Company. The acquisition of March 27, 7:30 a.m., at the two-story office buildings proximity to I-95, U.S. 1 and The area surrounding Hillsboro Center boosts Hillsboro Community Center, with 99,851 sq. ft. at 700 West the Dixie Highway flyover Hillsboro Center is bustling Grover Corlew’s total Florida 50 Technology Drive. The Hillsboro Blvd. bridge connecting the city to with activity. commercial portfolio to two roundtable is designed to The buildings are centrally Boca Raton makes Hillsboro Just west of Hillsboro million square feet. connect small businesses located in an established and Center a prime, easily Center, JM Family Enterprises Cushman & Wakefield and provide information busy business corridor at the accessible location.” is undergoing a $150 million represented the seller in the on economic development southeast corner of Hillsboro Buildings in Hillsboro renovation and expansion transaction. initiatives, the future of Boulevard and I-95 and are Center offer flexible floor of its headquarters campus; -Judy Wilson industries in Deerfield Beach close to retail, dining and plans, free surface parking, Ram Realty Advisors is and networking opportunities with local businesses and city staff. The event is free but registration is required via Five named to Women’s History Hall of Fame Eventbrite at dfb-business- By Judy Wilson program for middle school lobbied for a card reader to be rountable.eventbrite.com. For students, Love 4 Art, which installed for even easier entry. more information, call 954- Pelican staff is held weekly at the Butler Her passionate efforts were 395-6051 or email gchazu@ Deerfield Beach – Five House or Old Schoolhouse successful and the door has deerfield-beach.com. women who give time, is a project of the Deerfield been reopened. talent and resources to this Beach Historical Society. Phyllis Mavrikis was community will be honored Currently, she is mentoring nominated for the Women’s at the 4th annual Women’s high school artists at the Teen Hall of Fame by the Deerfield Free History Hall of Fame Brunch Center where they are creating Beach Woman’s Club where Saturday, Mar. 30 at 11 a.m. a large wall mural depicting she volunteers for projects shredding at the Oveta McKeithen life in Deerfield Beach. ranging from autism to child Recreational Complex, 445 This dedicated volunteer literacy. She also makes for Deerfield SW 2 St. is a native of Switzerland. prayer shawls, has sewn 100 This year’s inductees She and her husband have blankets for Operation Smile residents are Pam Militello, Lynn raised their three children in and helped the Woman’s Deerfield Beach – This city Kadushin, Phyllis Mavrikis, Daphne L. Valcin, keynote speaker for Deerfield Beach. Club reach its goal of “100 is offering free shredding on Cheyanne Cox Stubbs and the Hall of Fame Brunch Lynn Kadushin saw members for 100 years.” Saturday, March 30 from 9 Gabriela Gamperl. something that needed fixing Along with her membership a.m. to noon at Fire Station Keynote speaker for politics to art education. in Century Village East and activity, she researched the 66, 590 S. Powerline Road. the brunch will be life Gabriela Gamperl has made it happen. Retired from club’s history for its 100-year The shredding is open to coach Daphne L. Valcin worked tirelessly behind the textile business in New anniversary, recording 400 Deerfield Beach residents who introduces young the scenes to bring art to York City, she became active hours organizing files, photos only. Bring a driver’s license professionals to strategies school children. A long-time in the community organizing and scrapbooks with the or utility bill to show proof leading to successful careers. volunteer for the Deerfield card games. help of the Deerfield Beach of residency. All large metal Valcin attended the University Beach Cultural Committee, One day she noticed that a Historical Society. and plastic clips, spines, of Florida where she was she coordinates the student art door providing easy access Pam Militello served on and plastic notebook covers named the Graduating show and kids’ corner at the for the handicapped and the the Deerfield Beach City should be removed from Outstanding Female Leader in annual Festival of the Arts. elderly at the west end of the Commission from 2005 paper. File folders, paperclips, 2006 and where later she was She introduced the Meet the CVE Clubhouse had been to 2009. Before that she and staples are acceptable. For a commencement speaker. Masters program into local locked. It also provided entry was a founding member more information, call 954- Valcin’s parents immigrated elementary schools bringing to the library. of the Original Save our 480-4391 or visit dfb.city/ to Miami from Haiti. a discussion of the works of Kadsuhin got 300 signatures Beach organization, a cityshred. The activities of this year’s famous artists to the students. on a petition asking that the influential women range from She also instructs a free art entrance be re-opened and See HALL OF FAME on page 28 BW

Friday, March 22, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com The Pelican 9 Commissioner wants Leadership Complete Streets project Continued from page 1 Feaman will continue to be kicked to the curb the town’s treasurer. By Judy Wilson Tarrant, Feaman and Barbara Baldasarre ran Pelican staff unopposed in the March 12 Lighthouse Point – A $6.5 million state road project that will election and were officially Mayor Deb Tarrant [left] and Vice Mayor Irene Kirdahy. [Staff] add bike lanes and pedestrian walkways to U.S. 1 has moved sworn in Tuesday. through much of the design process. But Commissioner Mike Tarrant predicted the Long said it should be halted. next two years will be groin system in the belief and one that persists today is “This is a dangerous proposition . . . it’s a death wish to bike “very challenging” due to those structures are a major raising the level of A1A on on Federal Highway,” he said last week. infrastructure improvement factor in the ongoing loss of the south end. The Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization [MPO] has projects underway. sand. Without a resolution, it That project is now funded $300 million in federal money to convert Broward’s roadways The county’s replacement of remains a “a high priority,” and scheduled for 2022 into “Complete Streets.” the sewer line along A1A has she said. and was accomplished by The goal of the concept is to give pedestrians and cyclists wreaked havoc for residents Up until now, she said working with the Florida equal access to the roads. getting on and off the island. her major contribution Department of Transportation This project would narrow the medians and install the bike Once that project is completed was bringing “a level of and Metropolitan Planning lanes from Sample Road to the Palm Beach County line. next summer, the state will professionalism and team Organization. Long, who served on the Broward County Planning Council, resurface A1A, the town’s spirit to our town.” Raising the road was a said he did not favor the Complete Streets concept when it was only thoroughfare. Tarrant supported the campaign promise, she said. first launched about five years ago. Last year, rebuilding the charter change that elevated Since that promise, she has Months ago, when 100 U.S. 1 trees in this city were marked town’s water main caused the town’s top administrative worked with the engineer for removal, residents protested and the state redesigned the major slowdowns on the position from city clerk to and contractor on the now roadway. town manager. Now she says completed water line project See COMPLETE STREETS on page 28 What remains to be creating that position has and with the county on the resolved is continuing beach played a big part in “elevating sewer system. erosion, which will need to be our professionalism.” “It all takes more time than addressed Tarrant said. Kirdahy has been the I would like, but it’s going The town instituted a commission liaison with very well.” lawsuit in 2015 that asked Town Manager Mac Serda Baldasarre has been the the state to require the City and state and county officials town’s representative to the of Deerfield Beach to change on all the town’s construction Broward League of Cities. the configuration of its beach projects. Her first concern It’s a responsibility she hopes will continue to be hers. “It’s important that we be there,” she said this week. “Among other things, it keeps us abreast with state legislation involving Home Rule.” color

10 The Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, March 22, 2019 Lauderhill Performing Arts Center offers diverse cultural experiences Lauderhill Performing Arts Center 3800 NW 11 Place Lauderhill 954-777-2055 lpacfl.com

By Malcolm McClintock

Pelican staff Located adjacent to Central Broward Regional Park on the northeast corner of Sunrise Boulevard and State Road 7, the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center [LPAC] has A world-class performing arts center in Lauderhill. [Courtesy] The 1,128-seat theater is state-of-the-art. quickly become a destination for lovers of all things artistic. “We officially opened of the George Gershwin to create a more intimate 1990 movie starring Patrick With ample free parking, our doors on January 20, musical “My One and ambiance and even reduce the Swayze, Demi Moore and a multi-purpose room with 2016,” says General Manager Only” before showcasing number of seats to 400.” Whoopi Goldberg. stand-alone lighting and Amanda Segur. three one-time events: Serving as a hub for For information on audio systems, a large lobby “And we have been going DaVinci & Michelangelo community involvement and upcoming shows and events, available for rental events and strong ever since with shows The Titans Experience, a as an influence for positive the Center’s website lpacfl. a second-floor outdoor terrace of all types for visitors of all multi-media journey through economic development for its com features an easy-to- overlooking a beautiful park, ages.” The Renaissance [March neighbors, the LPAC received navigate calendar, seating the LPAC offers visitors and Indeed, as stated in 27]; the tribulations of eight its funding from several chart and ticket purchase performers a first-class venue the literature, LPAC individuals coping with the sources: $5.8 million came system. experience. “accommodates events sunset of life in the stage play from the City of Lauderhill’s For most large-scale “We encourage troupes, for music, theater, dance, The Nursing Home [March voter approved 2005 General productions, tickets are priced dance companies and cinema, visual arts, education, 29] and, for the kids, the Obligation bond along with a between $35 and $60. productions of all types to use conferences, workshops and wildly entertaining audience- matching $5.8 million from “We are also very focused our facilities to put on their other social gatherings – driven show The Great Pizza the Broward County Park on customer service,” said shows,” said Segur. aiming to achieve its ultimate Contest [April 2]. Bond. Secur. “On show nights, we “We are very reasonably mission of providing diverse, “Our 1,128-seat theater is Starting April 12 and have many volunteer greeters, priced, have a great support quality performing arts equipped with state-of-the- continuing throughout the we have concession stands staff and our Technical programming.” art stage, lighting and sound month, LPAC is hosting with easy-to-carry finger Director Chris Young is one Currently, it is wrapping up equipment,” said Segur. “We Ghost: The Musical – an on- foods and, of course, a full of the best in the business.” its month long presentation can also ‘black box’ the venue stage adaptation of the iconic liquor license.” COLOR

Friday, March 22, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com The Pelican 11 Cantor brings South American ‘flavor’ to Temple Sholom By Michael d’Oliveira good person],” said Fleming- the same: scholar, singer

Pelican staff Klein. “That came as a and spiritual leader. “A bonus.” cantor does many things, not Pompano Beach – When Temple Sholom Rabbi just chanting. A cantor is a Cantor Javier Smolarz came David Hartley Mark said the spiritual leader. ‘Sheliach to Temple Sholom, he brought synagogue is “so fortunate” to Tzibur.’ It means we are a “little bit of flavor from have Smolarz. like messengers from the South America.” “It’s a pleasure to work with congregation to God,” said But for Smolarz, that flavor him. It’s really working out Smolarz. “A cantor also has to is more than just a few “words very well.” be a good shepherd.” in Spanish” and singing with The rabbi joked, “The old But although there’s joy in his native Argentinian accent. cliché is the cantor sings and his singing, “you’re not just “The Latin touch. It’s not the rabbi tells you what page.” singing something happy . . . just the language. It’s the state At the synagogue, there it’s a way of connecting with of touching others.” are two Shabbat services God. You cannot understand Originally from Buenos offered – Friday nights Judaism by praying alone,” Aires, Smolarz joined the and Saturday mornings. said Smolarz. synagogue in September. A service in Spanish may Temple Sholom member “It’s not a ‘shhh’ be offered sometime in the Paul Klein said he feels the Cantor Javier Smolarz. [Staff] community. It’s a community future. “We’re evaluating the same way. “He has a terrific that laughs. It’s a very warm interest,” said Fleming-Klein. voice. It makes [Shabbat] place,” he said of Temple “He’s just a delightful, said Rita Fleming-Klein, While Saturdays is more come alive and it helps people Sholom. wonderful fellow. He’s really Temple Sholom’s president. traditional service, Friday is feel closer to God.” It’s also a community brought a breath of joy and “We had a committee [to more jovial and laid back. Chuck David, a priest at St. grateful to have Smolarz. life right along with him,” choose a new cantor] and But, quipped the rabbi, Andrews Episcopal Church in they just felt like he had all “they both end with cake.” Lake Worth, regularly attends the requirements of being a Regardless of the type of Sabbath services at various Mensch [the Yiddish term for service, Smolarz’s role is synagogues and is “always moved” by each cantor. Last Friday, he spent the Sabbath at Temple Sholom. Music, he said, plays an important role in both Christianity and Judaism. “I look for our similarities, not our differences . . . Music speaks to our hearts and gives us breath and hope in our faith.” Temple Sholom is located at 132 SE 11 Ave. in Pompano Beach. For more information, visit templesholomflorida.org or call 954-942-6410. color

12 The Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, March 22, 2019 Blanche General Ely’s legacy celebrated at reopening of museum By Michael d’Oliveira was opened in 1951. At that

Pelican staff time, before segregation was ended, the only other Pompano Beach – At secondary school in the Wednesday’s reopening of city was the “whites only” the Blanche Ely Historical Pompano Beach High School. Museum, Blanche Ely High But that was not the end of School alumni shouted out Ely’s lobbying efforts. their graduating years with With desegregation no pride. longer the law of the land “55 . . . 56 . . . 66.” after 1954, Pompano Beach It was a moment made had trouble supplying enough possible by the woman for students to fill both high Some of the former Blanche Ely High School students [in front of the museum] whom the museum is named, schools. Blanche General Ely. [Courtesy] who attended while Blanche General Ely was principal. [Staff] Blanche General Ely. As a result, Blanche Ely Ely, the first principal of was closed in 1970 and most Blanche Ely High School, “What would this of its students transferred to to none,” said Hobby. “There solution “to the black man’s dedicated her life to educating community be like if Mrs. Ely Pompano Beach High School. are generations of people that plight,” recalled Dozier. Pompano Beach’s black never came to Pompano?” Soon after, Ely and other she influenced, and she was a She also just plain preached. students. She died in 1993 asked Commissioner Beverly members of the community pretty tough character.” Literally. but continues to remain an Perkins. “We wouldn’t have filed a lawsuit to reopen the Those she influenced say “Mrs. Ely used to have influential figure here. Blanche Ely High School.” school that went all the way she constantly preached the church service every Friday,” According to the Dan to the Supreme Court. The importance of education. said Dozier. Hobby, former director of the school was reopened in 1974. The Rev. Dr. O’Neal Dozier, Blanche Ely’s current Pompano Beach Historical “Considering that it was a who graduated Ely in 1967, principal, Dr. Karlton Society, Ely lobbied the segregated society for most of spoke about her references Johnson, said he feels Ely’s school board for a new school her life, her influence in the to Jessie Owens and Cassius spirit. and Blanche Ely High School black community was second Clay. “I don’t let [my students Ely believed their success wear their] pants down in my was due to a “superior mind,” and that education was the See BLANCHE ELY on page 16 color

Friday, March 22, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com The Pelican 13 the first time against Pam Commission Militello he said, “somehow I “If I start crying, Children in the Arts Piano Continued from page 5 prevailed.” it will be tears of Recalling his election 10 Competition, May 18; out as the Parker Bros. years ago, the city faced joy.” - Miller Monopoly Man with his white financial difficulties. As call for students, teachers mustache and top hat. revenue streams diversified Bros,” he joked. Pompano Beach – On May 18, students are invited to But he got serious saying, and the economy improved, As the city charter now compete for trophies and cash prizes at the 26th Annual “If I start crying, it will be the city got “back on its feet. reads – commissioners can Children in the Arts Piano Competition. tears of joy to have served This was an exciting time to only serve two consecutive The event takes place at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, this community.” Miller said be involved,” he said. four-year terms – Miller could 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. one of his pastors told him But that level of political well be the last commissioner For repertoire requirements, visit pompanobeach.gov. “believers should be involved involvement is in his past. to have been seated for 10 Deadline for registration is April 18. The competition is free to in politics” and when he ran “Maybe a job with Parker consecutive years. all accepted contestants. Addressing his colleagues, The recital of winners takes place at 7 p.m., May 18. Mayor Bill Ganz said when The competition is open to piano teachers who live in Miller was first elected, the Broward County or are part of the Broward County Music two made a promise to start Teachers Association [BCMTA] or those who teach students and end each meeting with who live in Broward County. For more information, call 954- a handshake, despite their 295-0194. differences. It was a promise kept, Ganz said. To Battle he said, “Your kindness and your class have Last of the Red Hot Lovers been appreciated.” Pompano Beach – Curtain Call Playhouse will present Neil Simon’s Last of the Red Hot Lovers at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 West Atlantic Blvd. The comedy opened on Broadway in 1969 and has become a humorous look back at the sexual revolution in New York City. The show runs Saturday, April 13 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, April 14 at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased for $26 at ccpompano.org. “We are so excited to bring back Last of The Red Hot Lovers,” said Kris Coffelt, founder and artistic director. “This play encompasses the witty repartee, funny jokes and unflinching look at our culture that we all love about a Neil Simon play. With his death last year, we look at this performance as a tribute to his brilliance and the inspiration he gave to all of us in the theater community.” For more information, call 954-545-7800.

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14 The Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, March 22, 2019 First ever Italian Festival will benefit students seeking college degrees By Judy Wilson Way from the “S” Curve to What: Rotary’s Italian the Royal Blues Hotel to Pelican staff Festival accommodate festival vendors When: Saturday, April 6, Deerfield Beach – Local and the entertainment. noon to 10 p.m. Rotarians are bringing Two of the Tuscan chefs Where: On the beach in something special to the at Café Med, the hotel’s front of the Wyndham beach Saturday, April 6: an restaurant, are participating Resort. Italian Festival that will be by providing specialty dishes. Why: To raise money for over the top all things Italian, Street vendors will serve student scholarships. from food to music to grape everything from meatballs stomping to a spaghetti-eating to Italian pastries to gelato. contest. studies. Italian beers and wines will be And, as usual with this Last year, the club available. group, it’s for a good cause. established its first The spaghetti-eating contest This year, the Deerfield scholarship at FAU’s School at 5 p.m. and grape-stomping Beach Rotary Club will give of Computer Science and at 3 p.m. will be held near nearly $50,000 in scholarship Engineering in the amount of beach showers. Activities for money to deserving students. $7,500. Money raised at the children – face painting and They recently gifted the Italian Festival will become balloon art – are 3 to 7 p.m. Symphony of the Americas the second annual donation. DiPrato is most excited with $10,000 that will buy Festival Chairman John about the musical lineup, instruments and tuitions for DiPrato undertook this which includes America’s music students. venture because a similar Last week, they gave festival in Boca Raton had See ITALIAN FESTIVAL on $10,000 to the Sheriff’s been extremely successful and The entertainment lineup for the Italian Festival. [Courtesy] page 20 Foundation and annually because he is well connected they gift Deerfield Beach in Italian-American clubs. support,” he said this week. High School graduates with “I have to thank the city “And the Wyndham.” scholarships for their college of Deerfield Beach for its The city is closing Ocean

‘I Care’ dinner sponsors wanted Pompano Beach – Sponsorships include ads in Chapman, Youth Programs; Sponsors are wanted for the the dinner’s souvenir booklet. Edwin L. Hawkins, Sobriety “I Care Community Service To RSVP, buy an ad or be a Programs; Ryan Walton, L Awards Dinner.” sponsor, call 954-978-3288, & W Tire; Willie Brown, The dinner will honor email [email protected] Kappa Foundation; Rodriguez “individuals, businesses and or visit smallbizinfo.net. All family, Rodriguez Charities; organizations for their acts of donations are tax-deductible. Gwendolyn Hodge, Mt. kindness.” The honorees are: Darlene Calvary Baptist Church; It will be held on Saturday, Ponder, Tender Loving Care; Neveen Gussack, Broward April 27 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Vince Johnson, Broward County Libraries. the Herb Skolnick Center, 800 Health; Carolyn Mann, Unity SW 36 Ave. Tickets are $35. In The Community; Anita color

Friday, March 22, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com The Pelican 15 Mummers perform at American Legion for St. Patrick’s Day

Pompano Beach – The Broward County Mummers String Band performed Saturday at the St. Patrick’s Day festivities at American Legion Post 142. Pictured above is Mummers member Jan Little. [Staff photos]

Mummers member Lois Weaver does a jig for the crowd. Mummers singer Scotty Johnson sings in between playing his accordion.

Advertise with The Pelican! Call us today! 954-783-8700 16 The Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, March 22, 2019 has its own event here, the Jamboree Pineapple Jamboree, hosted State attorney offers scam prevention tips annually by the Greater Continued from page 1 By Michael d’Oliveira Pompano Beach Chamber of Green Dot Email Green Dot cards can Scammers often use emails arts and crafts, vendors, Commerce. Pelican staff be purchased at many to trick individuals into produce, entertainment, Eventually, farmers here Question everything. Be convenience stores. The cards thinking they are responding games and blacksmithing switched to vegetables and suspicious. allow the purchaser to load to a legitimate company or demonstrations. other produce, including That’s the message the beans and tomatoes. money [similar to a gift card]. institution. Broward State Attorney’s Those funds can then be Clicking on the links in In a nod to the city’s Office has for seniors. “Bring the farming history, Pompano transferred electronically to these emails can lead to To spread the word about anywhere in the world. scammers hacking into Beach High School’s sports financial scams, the state grandkids teams used to be known as the The scammer will ask the personal and financial attorney recently held a victim to load money on the information. with you.” “Beanpickers” until the name seminar for seniors 55 and was changed to the “Golden card and then read off the pin One sign an email is part older at Independence Hall in on the phone. of a scam is when it includes - Waldo Tornadoes.” Wilton Manors. It’s a partnership between The scam usually involves vague information. It will Although the seminar a fake prize or the scammer read, “Dear Sir or Madam.” Those who attend can also the Broward County Farm catered to seniors, the pretending to be a loved one Legitimate emails will usually make their own ice cream Bureau, Sample-McDougald information can be used by in trouble. include the recipient’s name and butter, squeeze their own House, Kiwanis Key Club and anyone of any age. But once the money is or some other kind of specific orange juice or enter the bean 4-H members. “There’s so many scams transferred, it’s very hard to information. or pepper dish contest. Tours Admission is $5 for anyone out there,” said Courtney trace and recover. Legitimate The website addresses in of the Sample-McDougald 13 and older. Children 12 and Sowerby-Thomas, assistant companies and institutions, fake emails are also a clue. House will be offered for $5. under are free. state attorney. Sowerby- such as the IRS, will not ask A legitimate web address “Bring the grandkids Visit facebook.com/ Thomas laid out some of individuals to use Green Dot will have the name of the with you, said Lee Waldo, browardcountyfarmbureau for those schemes. cards as a way to provide executive director of the more information. payment. See TIPS on page 25 Sample-McDougald House. -Michael d’Oliveira But it’s more than just fun and games. Fred Segal, president of the Broward County Farm Bureau, said it’s an opportunity to teach children “where these agricultural products come from, that they’re not just off the store shelf.” Once known as the “Winter Vegetable Capital of the World,” Pompano Beach’s first industry was agriculture. Farmers originally grew pineapples. That tropical fruit

Blanche Ely Continued from page 12 building,” said Johnson in a nod to Ely’s famously strict attitude. “She was strict,” yelled one woman in the audience. Johnson touted his school’s 94 percent graduation rate and said Ely “would be proud.” The members of the committee that worked with the city and led the effort to reopen the museum are also proud. Originally opened in 1996, the museum was once the home of Ely and her husband, J.A. Ely, who died in 1984. Not long after, the museum closed. Katheryn Gillis, who graduated Ely in 1953, said the reopening was almost six years in the making. “This is a joyous day that we have longed for since 2013.” The Blanche Ely Historical Museum is located at 1500 NW 6 Ave. Admission is free and it is open to the public Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Visit pompanobeachfl.gov for more information. color

Friday, March 22, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com The Pelican 17 21 Ave., Oakland Park. Held every Wednesday. Call before When everybody’s Irish attending. 954-942-8711. Books 3/27 – 1 to 2:30 p.m.; The Beach Readers’ Book Club: The Soul of America by Jon 3/22 – 7 to 9 p.m. Florida Meacham. Pompano Beach Branch Library, 3250 NE 2nd Highwaymen opening at Street. Pompano Beach. 954- Pompano Woman’s Club, 314 357-7830. Email your calendar events to NE 3 St., Pompano Beach. [email protected]. Refreshments available. 954- Clubs Events are free unless stated. 782-3015. 3/27 – 7 p.m. North Art Broward Democratic Club This Weekend will elect its board. Guest ART Mondays. 2 to 5 p.m. Ongoing – “PENTA.” speakers are Pompano Beach Herb Skolnick Civic Center, 6 to 9 p.m. BaCA, 41 NE Mayor Rex Hardin and Wendi 800 SW 36 Ave., Pompano 1 St., Pompano Beach. Art Lipsich, District Director for Beach. Paint clouds, a gazebo, exhibition celebrating Bailey Congressman Ted Deutch. streams, pines and palms in Contemporary Arts’ Fifth Emma Lou Olson Center, 1801 Palm Aire. First and third Anniversary. 954-284-0141. NE 6 St. Pompano Beach Mondays of the month. Artist 3/22 – 8 p.m. Pompano Light refreshments will be Pat Anderson. Registration. Beach Parks and Rec’s Dive-in served. Open to the public. movie night, Shark Tale, takes 954-786-4590. 954- 683-7789. [Above] Wearin’ the Green celebrations place at Houston Sworn Pool, Auditions South Florida Chapter of Broward Women’s Choral took place in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea 901 NW 10 St. Snacks and American Needlepoint Guild to honor St. Patrick this week. Pictured Group seeks women singers. refreshments will be available. meeting. 10 a.m. Imperial Point are George Shanahan, Roni-Beth Swimmers can watch the movie 10 a.m. to noon. Unitarian Shapiro, Ms. Leprechaun and one- from the pool. 954-786-4116. Universalist Church, 3970 NW See CALENDAR on page 18 year-old Kymmie Davis Reeseley.

Katie Ross traveled from Indianapolis to Lauderdale-By-The-Sea to enjoy a moment with a modern-day leprechaun.

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18 The Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, March 22, 2019 activities, including horse- cloud and some of the popular “An old friend shows up just 2849. Calendar themed games and crafts. call services for file storage and when he’s needed.” Tickets are Through 3/31 – Outre Continued from page 17 Tradewinds at 954-357-8870. backup, entertainment, and $25. 561-347-3948. Theatre presents Next Fall, by 3/25 - Junior Farmers’ Productivity. Jan Moran Collier Through 4/14 – Wick Gregory Nauffts that “examines Colonnades, 2156 NE 67th St., Camp. Ages 5 to 8. Half- City Learning Library. 2800 Theatre, 7801 N. Fed. Hwy., what sustains us and what it Fort Lauderdale. Meets first day sessions from 8:30 a.m. NW 9th Court, Pompano Beach Boca Raton presents Crazy means to love unconditionally.” Wednesday of every month. to noon and 12:30 to 4 p.m.. 33069. 954-357-7670. for You, a romantic Gershwin Pompano Beach Cultural 954-401-2800. Participants will learn about 4/4 – 6-9 p.m. Community comedy. Tickets are $75 to $85, Center, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., 3/23 – Ira Wechterman barnyard animals that live Emergency Response Team TheWick.org or call the box Pompano Beach. Tickets $19 to speaks on the “Preservation of in the park’s farm complex [CERT] classes at Pompano office at 561-995-2333. $39. 954-545-7800. Salt Marshes & Mangroves.” including how to feed, groom, Beach Fire Training Center, 3/28, 3/29 – 7:30 p.m. 11 a.m. The Pink Church, 2331 and maintain the animals. 180 SW 3 St., Pompano Beach. DaVinci and Michelangelo: The NE 26 Ave., Pompano Beach. (Animal residents include FEMA-sponsored training for Titans Experience, 201 Plaza Send your news to Salad luncheon and Chinese cows, goats, sheep, chickens, emergencies. Free. Call 954- Real, Boca Raton. 844-672- [email protected] auction. Hosted by Lighthouse pigs, and a miniature donkey.) 786-7920. Point Garden Club. Cost is $20 Campers will also learn to work Hikes per person. 954-942-9310. with ponies and go for pony 4/28 Apoxee Wilderness 4/15 – 1 to 4 - p.m. rides. Cost $40 per half-day Trail, 3125 North Jog Road, Rehabilitation of Imperiled session. Call Tradewinds at West Palm Beach. Alan Collins Wildlife, Dr. Renata Schneider, 954-357-8870. will walk about 5 miles on DVM., Lighthouse Point 3/29 – 7 to 10 p.m. Swinging trails in marshes and tropical Garden Club, Dixon Ahl Hall, Fridays - Ashanti Cultural hammocks. Walk starts at 7:30 2220 NE 38 St., Lighthouse Arts hosts swing dance classes a.m. Bring water. Contact: Alan Point. c.caroline.steffen@aol. followed by a jazz concert Collins, 561-586-0486. com. featuring various jazz artists Opera Events and bands such as Jessie Jones, 3/28, 3/30 – Frida by Robert 3/24 – 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nicole Henry and George Xavier Rodriguez at Parker Sunday Fish Fry St.. Nicholas Tandy. Ali Cultural Arts, 353 Playhouse, 707 NE 8th St., Fort Church, 1111 E. Sample Road. MLK Blvd., Pompano Beach. Lauderdale. Tickets start at $35. Choice of tilapia or swai with $7. 800-741-1010. either French Fries or rice and 4/1 – 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 Theater p.m. - Senior Lifestyle & a soda for the low price of $10. 3/29 & 3/31 – Last of the HealthCare Expo. Pompano To go orders available. The Red Hot Lovers; Herb Skolnick Beach Civic Center, 1801 NE public is invited. 954-942-5887. Center, 800 SW 36th Ave, 6 St., Pompano Beach. Open 3/25 – 3/26 - Riding skills Pompano Beach. Friday dinner to the public. Free Admission. at Tradewinds Park & Stables, show at 6 p.m. $30. Sunday Door prizes and raffles. Health 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut dinner show at 2 p.m. Show screenings and complimentary Creek. Full day sessions from only on Sunday $15. Call 954- juice, hot dogs, donuts, coffee 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost $75 786-4590. and bagels. Exhibit space per day. Participants ages 9 to Through 4/7 – Can’t Live available. Call 754-246-2874. 16 will time riding and learning Without You by Phillip M. 4/3 - 6 – 7:30 p.m. Oasis- the basics of horse care and Williams. Willow Theater, 300 Beginner’s Guide to the Cloud: maintenance. Campers will also S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. be involved in traditional camp This course will introduce the color

Friday, March 22, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com The Pelican 19 business – are not necessary Ellen Plotkin said when Drosky reminded the Dispensaries to accomplish the goal, he Drosky asked why the commission allowed commission that banning Continued from page 1 said. the distance wasn’t dispensaries here it didn’t dispensaries “is not what we Mayor Bill Ganz, who consider recreational use. are talking about tonight” The proposed ordinance proposed the new regulation, bigger. “Is there a “Can you make it so they but said Preston had made a increased the distance said his “big concern is problem with 1,000 can’t switch from medical “compelling argument” for between dispensaries from clustering” and he is not feet?” marijuana to recreational?” reinstating a ban. Initially, the 250 feet to 500 passed 4-1, worried about how many she asked. city did ban the dispensaries Vice Mayor Todd Drosky dispensaries are in the city. Preston said, “It’s important but, when the state approved voting no. “I support medical marijuana the dispensaries. He asked if to look at how an issue them, it was one of the first Drosky asked why the 100 percent. I do not support other businesses had distance affects the community. Some in Broward County to allow distance wasn’t bigger. “Is recreation uses.” restrictions and was told some cities have banned medical them in certain business there a problem with 1,000 The voters will decide the do, such as liquor stores and marijuana. Going forward, zones. feet?” he asked. recreational issue, the mayor group homes. Maurodis said should we look at this?” City Attorney Andy said, and “we will do what we such restrictions “are a very Maroudis said the 500-foot can to limit it.” common zoning mechanism.” distance was reasonable in Commissioner Bernie Fearing that recreational B-1 zones. Greater distances Parness said he would not marijuana will become in the zone – neighborhood support limiting or banning legal in this state, resident Free eBooks at Pop Up Library in city hall Pompano Beach – Want to read a new book but can’t make it to the library? No problem. No library card? That’s also not a problem. At Pompano Beach City Hall, 100 W. Atlantic Blvd., readers can access and read free eBooks with a smart phone, tablet or other device. No library card is needed. Multiple titles are available for a two-week period with no waiting. Pop Up Library customers can log in to the Pop Up Library’s mobile hotspot, select a book title and download it. No app is neces- sary. The other Pop Up Libraries include: Paul Hughes Health Center, 205 NW 6 Ave., Pompano Beach; Chrysalis Center, 1061 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park; Switchbox Cof- fee Roasters, 3446 NE 12 Ave., Oakland Park; Edgar P. Mills Health Center, 900 NW 31st Ave., Fort Lauderdale; Florida Department of Health, 780 SW 24 St., Fort Lauderdale; Fort Lauderdale Stars Gymnastics, 730 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lau- derdale; Seagull Alternative High School, 425 SW 28 St., Fort Lauderdale.

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20 The Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, March 22, 2019 nightingale of Gargano, goes Library “A clock is ticking Italian on at 5 p.m. Big Art Sale Continued from page 7 on a half million Festival An opening ceremony at 4 dollars we don’t p.m. features a representative benefits Municipal Building, 5399 Continued from page 14 from the Italian Embassy and N. Dixie Highway, a co- want to lose out local officials. Pesaturo and lighthouse location with the Broward on.” - Hebert Got Talent finalist Carlos the orchestra are on stage Pompano Beach – The Sheriff’s Office. DeAntonis whom he calls again at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Big Art Sale will be held on Pros: It’s within walking held March 7, members of “a showstopper.” DeAntonis Headliner DeAntonis sings at Monday, April 1 from 4 to distance of Northeast High the audience spoke in favor had to give up a promising 8 p.m. The orchestra closes 6 p.m. at the Herb Skolnick School, Rickards Middle of co-working spaces, the operatic career after suffering out the festival from 9 to 10 Center, 800 SW 36 Ave. The School and North Andrews downtown location, and severe injuries in an p.m. art of Pat Anderson and her Elementary School. There making it more technology automobile accident. In 2017, DiFiore and his committee, students will be on sale for would be significant cost oriented. he made it to a final round of Valerie Hackett, Kirsten $200 for each piece. A portion savings. A mother of young children America’s Got Talent. Charles and Avis Swenson, of the sales will be donated It’s a visible location, close said they visit the library often Another entertainer is are still seeking sponsors in to the Hillsboro Lighthouse to public transportation. There and use the adjacent park. Cory Pesaturo who has been categories from $1,000 to Preservation Society. For would be close interaction “What will happen to the performing on the accordion $3,000. more information, call 954- with BSO. park if you build the library since he was 11 years old Those contributors will be 786-4590. Cons: It’s a more urban across the street?” asked and winning international guests at a party Friday, April setting with not as much green another resident. “Are you attention. 5, and have special seating space. No park connection. going to tear down the park At age 12, he played for at Café Med throughout Advertise It’s fairly far north in the city and lose green space and a President and Mrs. Clinton. A the festival and parking and there are some potential beautiful 100-year-old tree, student at the New England privileges. with parking challenges. tennis courts and basketball Conservatory of Music, he To reach DiFiore, call 954- The Pelican! Collins Commnity Center, courts?” was the first person to major 270-1222. 3900 NE 3 Ave. “Do you want a park there? in and receive a degree in the Call us today! Pros: It’s in the geographical We can put a park there,” accordion. center of the city. It’s near Hebert said. “City hall will be Live entertainment begins 954-783-8700 ball fields, a jogging trail vacant. You can do anything at 1 p.m. with the Pulcinella and Dillon Tennis Center. you want. You’ll make the Italian Orchestra followed by Programs could be offered decisions through your elected Pesaturo on the accordion. outdoors. officials on what we do with Daniela Martino, “The Visits to the library may the money.” increase if families coming to the ball fields also come to the library. There’s potential cost savings if co-located with community center. Cons: It’s not on a major arterial road and there’s less visibility. Joy said her next steps are continuing to get stakeholder input. At the town hall meeting bw

Friday, March 22, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com The Pelican 21 Services for ‘Mr. Florida Lighthouse’ Learn to ‘Stop the Bleed’ Pompano Beach – Services Deerfield Beach – A training event for the public on what to for Hib Casselberry, 95, will do in a bleeding emergency will be held Saturday, March 30 at be held on Saturday, March 9 a.m. at Broward Health North, 201 E. Sample Road. 23 at 3 p.m. in the John Knox This free session of “Stop the Bleed” will demonstrate how to Village Lake Dining Room, save lives before emergency help arrives. It also marks Nation- 651 SW 6 St. Casselberry, al Stop the Bleed Day. Participants will become equipped to who was known as “Mr. apply tourniquets, pack wounds and use chest seals. Florida Lighthouse,” died in Broward Health North is a Level II Trauma Center. To early February. register for the event, call 954-759- 7400 and select option 5. He was a founding member A continental breakfast will be served at 9 a.m. and training is of the Hillsboro Lighthouse 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Preservation Society [HLPS], the group that convinced the U.S. Coast Guard to open the Pelican Classifieds Obituary lighthouse for public tours. Work! In lieu of flowers, the family Place your ad today. 20 Elaine requests donations be made Hib and Martha Casselberry. [Courtesy] words for $15 a week. to the Hillsboro Lighthouse Call 954-783-8700 be- Anderson Preservation Society. Visit tween 8:30 and 1:00. hillsborolighthouse.org for The Pelican’s Feb. 8 story read at pelicannewspaper. Monday - Wednesday to had a hug for more information. on Mr. Casselberry can be com. make our deadline. everyone Elaine R. Anderson was born in White Plains, New RELIGIOUS DIRECTORY Come Worship York and passed away earlier this month in Deerfield Beach. She is survived by her three daughters Deborah, Karen and Laura, Laura’s husband Karl and their two girls Emma and Hailey; Elaine’s older sister Phyllis and her husband Will. When anyone is asked to describe Elaine, they say she was the life of the party, creative, witty, had the gift of gab and would give you a hug whether you wanted it or not. But most of all, she was a true friend no matter who you were or how old you were and she loved the fellowship of her church family. On Sunday, March 24 at noon, there will be a memorial service at Community Presbyterian Church at 4433 Bougainvilla Drive, Lauderdale-By- The-Sea, followed by a pot luck fellowship. For more information, call 954-776- 5530. bw

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Health and Wellness Fair Boca Raton – The 6th annual Health and Wellness Fair will be held on Saturday, March 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mizner Park, 327 Plaza Real. Along with health-related vendors and information, performances include A Walk on the Dark Side, a choreographed dance by Andre Quintella and performed by the DZI Fossettes. Healthy cooking demonstrations will also be provided. Admission is free. Call 561-362-0606 for more information. color

24 The Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, March 22, 2019 Blanche Ely wins unprecedented 8th state basketball championship By Concepcion Ledezma with nine points, earned the trailed Windermere 36-21 at throws – his only points of

Pelican sports distinction of being the first halftime. the game – with 13 seconds Blanche Ely player to play on But they pecked away at the remaining. Pompano Beach – The three championship teams. lead with a rally capped off by Ely and Lakewood both Blanche Ely Tigers won their “It’s a blessing,” Scott said. Tyrecke Francois’ three-point ended the regular season at eighth state basketball title “It’s a tradition at the school, jumper to cut Windermere’s 21-6. March 9, prevailing over the and I feel like I helped keep advantage to 45-38. The other members of the Bradenton Lakewood Ranch the tradition going.” Tigers 2018-19 championship 57-52 in a game that was a Teammate Aderes Staton- team are Lance Rainer, back-and-forth scoring duel. McCray led the Tigers in “It’s a blessing. Lamont Evans, Daniel points with a game-high It’s a tradition at Merrius, Eric Guerrier and “They’re the ones 19. Lamont Evans added 12 the school, and I Colby King. who deserve points. McCray and Malachi Hazelton [9 points] each feel like I helped this moment.” Coach Melvin Randall. [Courtesy] pulled down six rebounds. keep the tradition - Randall “They’re the ones who going.” - Scott Berm being deserve this moment,” said The teams traded leads 11 who traveled four hours to the Coach Melvin Randall, who replanted times. Lakeland Civic Center. had previously guided Ely to Lakewood Ranch last tasted Deerfield Beach – The But when the final buzzer Ely ended the regular seven titles. the lead at 43-39 midway in beach berm between sounded, the Tigers had won season with a 21-6 record. When he was head coach at the fourth quarter. Southeast 1 Street and the state title, resulting in a Senior forward Joshua Deerfield Beach High School, Scott then made two Southeast 4 Street will be re- huge celebration on the part Scott, who went a perfect he won two state titles. consecutive baskets to tie sodded beginning April 1. of the team and the Ely fans 4-for-4 from the field to finish “I know how hard they’ve the game for the last time at Staff will treat the turf for worked. The beach workouts 43-43. weeds, remove it to upgrade when they had to get up at six The Tigers stretched their the irrigation system and then in the morning. They truly lead by five on a Hazelton replant. deserve it. And I’m happy for inside field goal set up by a The process is estimated Joshua Scott, winning three Francois’ steal. to take four weeks, weather state titles. What more can That made it 50-45 with permitting. Parking spaces you ask for?” 2:16 remaining. along Ocean Way will be The game was a real scare Jayden Fye helped seal the closed periodically while this for the Tiger fans as they win when he made two free work is done.

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Friday, March 22, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com The Pelican 25 They shouldn’t need to ask documents that contain “Be mindful of your Tips you basic information, such sensitive information. surroundings,” she said, Take Note Continued from page 16 as your birthday or Social “Anything with my name on adding, if a store clerk offers Clock tower repairs will Security number. it, I shred,” said one woman to help you with your bags, close road “They should know your in the audience. accept the help. supposed source. Deerfield Beach – The City name. Let them tell you,” Sowerby-Thomas said that’s She also played a series of The IRS’s website is irs. Construction and Facilities said Sowerby-Thomas. They a good idea. video clips of bags and purses gov. Wells Fargo’s address is Management Division will be wouldn’t be able to call you being stolen at gas stations. wellsfargo.com. There may In public overseeing repairs to the City unless they already looked The thieves quietly walked also be subtle differences that Although identity theft Hall Clock Tower on Friday. you up in the company’s up to the passenger side of are easy to miss to a person and internet scams have The work will cause database. vehicles as the owner pumped not paying attention. An extra proliferated over the years, temporary closure of She added that she once gas and stole items left in the letter may appear in a fake old-fashioned offline theft and Northeast 2 Avenue and refused to “verify” her name passenger seat. The victim internet link or it may end scams still exist. between Northeast 1 Street to a scammer who called her often does not even notice with a .org or .com when it In one recent theft, a and Northeast 2 Street on the phone. “Sir, you should until they get back in their car. should end in .gov. woman’s purse was snatched beginning at 7 a.m. know me. [I’m a customer],” “Keep your car doors To guard against scams as she unloaded groceries into The west entrance to City she told him. “He was not locked,” said Sowerby- online or over the phone, her car. Hall will also be closed. happy.” Thomas. “People will sneak Sowerby-Thomas advises Sowerby-Thomas said These repairs are expected If you’re not sure if the up.” that individuals should never women are often the most to be completed the same day. caller is legitimate, hang up More information and provide sensitive information. vulnerable to this kind of Adjacent businesses and call the phone number tips can be found through If someone claims to be theft because they usually have received notification listed on the company’s the Florida Department calling from your bank, for carry more bags than men and and pedestrian access to website. She also recommends of Agriculture’s website, example, they should already typically draw attention to those businesses will not destroying any unneeded freshfromflorida.com. have your information. themselves. be interrupted. For more information, call 954-480- 4339. Commission rejects utility under-grounding budget Pompano Beach – City commissioners here rejected a recommendation by staff to approve a utility under- grounding policy. City staff requested up to $500,000 a year to help homeowners and businesses pay for under- grounding. The policy would have reimbursed applicants, with commission approval, up to 40 percent of the cost. color

26 The Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, March 22, 2019 Fishing report April Pools Day Pompano Beach – April Pools Day will be held on Mon- Bust a Nickel with RJ Boyle day, April 1 at 10 a.m. at the Houston/Sworn Aquatic Center, the globe to play and we had 901 NW 10 St. There will be information on city swimming quite the reputation for having programs and safety, interactive safety demonstrations and one of the coolest original mock drowning rescues by the Fire-Rescue Department. The music clubs of all time. first session is at 10 a.m. The second is at 11:15 a.m. For more Some bands who information, call 954-786-4116. performed at my club include Agent Orange, the Spin Doctors, Fear, Bad Brains, Consolidated, Yellowman, the FWC, partners investigate Whalers, Molly Hatchet and many, many more. freshwater turtle die-off I went into the studio last Putnam County - More laboratories in Gainesville. Most of you do not know week and recorded my first than 300 freshwater turtles are Initial findings suggested this but I was in the music single Bust a Nickel. This is either sick or dead along the a viral infection contributed business for several years a fun rap song which tells the St. John’s River [SJR]. to the mortalities. Virologists when I was younger. story of catching a swordfish The Florida Fish and have discovered a novel virus I owned a nightclub. over 500 pounds, which we Wildlife Conservation associated with diseased “The Ambassador” at the coined a “Nickel.” Commission [FWC] and its Florida softshell turtles, age of 24. Capturing a nickel is and closing the deal on the partners are asking the public peninsula cooters and Florida My club featured the who’s the dream of many sword dream. to help. red-bellied cooters. who in music at the time; fishermen worldwide. This song models the early Additional reports of dead Toxins, including those from reggae and industrial The song lyrics take you rap style with thick style bass, turtles have been received produced by harmful algae to alternative, rock and rap. through an actual day of which is perfect for those from Lake Apopka, Eustis, blooms, were not detected in I hired bands from all over fishing from beginning to end long boat rides to the fishing Windermere and Cocoa any turtles tested. There have grounds. Beach. been no reports of dead fish or Make sure you turn this To date, 18 turtles other wildlife in conjunction song up! We will announce collected by the FWC from with the turtle die-offs. the release date shortly. The the SJR watershed have FWC is asking the public song will be available for been examined by wildlife for help by taking the download on iTunes and veterinarians at FWC following actions: several other places. and University of Florida 1. Report sightings of sick -RJ Boyle or dead turtles to the FWC by calling 352-339-8597. 2. Do not touch or attempt to move sick turtles. 3. To avoid spreading the virus, do not capture, transport or release freshwater turtles, even those that appear healthy, to new locations. 4. Do not eat turtles that appear sick or unhealthy. COLOR

Friday, March 22, 2019 pelicannewspaper.com The Pelican 27 Commission passes resolution opposing offshore oil, gas drilling By Judy Vik including risky methods such advocacy group, said the for oil and natural gas in state free and open to the public

Pelican Staff as seismic air gun blasting. Florida Congressional waters,” she said. and hosted by the League Seismic air guns fire intense Delegation and U.S Senators LBTS is the 84th of Women Voters Broward Lauderdale-By-The- blasts of compressed air, and Rick Scott and Marco Rubio municipality in the state to County. Sea – Town commissioners the noise has been shown to have asked that Florida be pass the resolution opposing The guest speakers approved a resolution harm and injure dolphins, removed from oil and gas the drilling. are Matthew Schwartz, opposing offshore oil and whales, endangered sea drilling plans. A forum on drilling offshore executive director of gas drilling and seismic turtles, fish and other marine “In addition, the people of and in the Everglades will South Florida Wildlands airgun blasting, noting the life. Florida recently demonstrated be held on Tuesday, March Association, and Broward activities “will put Florida’s Drilling and transportation this broad support when they 26 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the County Commissioner Beam environment, beaches, marine of offshore oil and gas overwhelmingly approved Pembroke Pines Theatre of Furr. There will be a Q&A resources and local economies resources also pose a an amendment to the state’s the Performing Arts, 17195 afterwards. To RSVP, visit at risk.” significant risk of oil spills constitution banning drilling Sheridan St. The forum is lwvbroward.org. The resolution, passed at and chronic leakage, the the March 12 commission resolution says. meeting, declares that the The resolution addresses town finds it would be more the town’s dependence on Literacy in The Park Sign up now economically and ecologically tourism, diving and fishing Pompano Beach – Literacy in The Park A Day of Service responsible to pursue and its interest in being a good will be held on Saturday, April 13 from 12 to 4 p.m. at for summer non-polluting sources of steward of environmental Apollo Park, 1580 NW 3 Ave. The event includes reading renewable energy. resources. It has earned the corners, face painting, arts and crafts, college resource fair, camps According to the resolution, title, “Shore Diving Capital of human trafficking workshop, mental health symposium, voter Deerfield Beach – the U.S. government has Florida.” registration, food, music and more. The event is organized by Registration for summer expressed interest in opening Catherine Uden, campaign the North Broward County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma camps is now open at the Atlantic Ocean and eastern organizer for South Florida Theta Sorority. For more information, visit nbcacdst.org or Constitution Park and Gulf of Mexico to offshore with Oceana, an ocean email [email protected]. the Oveta McKeithen oil and gas development, Recreational Complex. The city’s parks and recreation department offers traditional recreational camps as well as opportunities for children to learn special skills at camps in outdoor adventures, first responder skills, sports, lifeguarding and surfing. There is also a Buddy Camp for children with disabilities. Constitution Park is at 2841 W. Hillsboro Blvd. and the McKeithen Complex is at 445 SW 2 St. For information regarding ages, registration fees, locations, and dates, visit dfb. city/summercamp. Register online at dfb.city/registration or visit any of the community center locations. color

28 The Pelican pelicannewspaper.com Friday, March 22, 2019 “strongly worded” letters be Branhilda Knowles in 1953. Complete sent to the Florida Department “I’d like to see us Hall of Fame After attending local of Transportation and MPO, stop the project,” Continued from page 8 schools, she received her BA streets asking that the project be in accounting from Anderson Continued from page 9 moved to A1A where cyclists - Long group dedicated to limiting College in Indiana. are a common sight. development on the barrier Her volunteer time is spent project so most of the trees “I understand Complete the case with this northern island. at the Cathedral Church of could be saved. Streets in areas like Fort stretch of U.S. 1. Through their activism, God where she is a Sunday Long said of that Lauderdale where there is He is also concerned the land use changes were made School teacher, choir director concession, “No one was urban infill,” he said. narrower median might to the city charter that control and on the youth board; happy then, but we thought In areas where residents and present dangers to motorists. density there. she is a Girl Scout leader maybe it was the best deal business exist side-by-side, The roadwork is scheduled Militello was also and president of the Dixie possible.” people do take bicycles to to begin in August and take 18 instrumental in the rebirth Highway Neighborhood Now he is asking that work, he said. But that’s not months to complete. of the Woman’s Club of Group. “I’d like to see us stop the Deerfield Beach and is an Now retired from AT&T, project,” Long said. “Let’s active volunteer at many she and her husband Carrol not make a problem where community events. have two children and four there is none. Millions of She came to South Florida grandchildren. dollars can be saved and used after graduating from the Tickets to the brunch are somewhere else.” University of Cincinnati $10 and can be purchased at and met her husband Sandy. the Johnny Tigner Community After stints in restaurant Center at the Oveta management and the McKeithen Recreational boating industry, she joined Complex. a privately held chemical The event features a buffet company and is now its vice and entertainment. president. For more information, call Cheyanne Cox Stubbs 954-480-4481. is a native of Deerfield Beach, delivered by midwife

Input on bond wanted Oakland Park – This city’s $40 million bond issue will be discussed on Tuesday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m. at Spiher Recreation Center, 1246 NE 37 St. during the Corals of Oakland Park Neighborhood Association meeting. The city is seeking public input as plans are developed for renovations and construction of city facilities. Chief Stephen Krivjanik of Oakland Park Fire Rescue will provide a community update.