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Parkland City Commission: Michael Udine, Mayor; David Rosenoff , Vice Mayor; Christine Hunschofsky, Deputy Vice Mayor; Mark Weissman, Commissioner; Stacy Kagan, Commissioner. City Manager: Caryn Gardner-Young


City News

PARKLAND TO HOLD FINAL STRATEGIC PLANNING SESSION
The City of Parkland City Commission invites you to attend the City's wrap up Strategic Planning Session to be held on May 14, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00pm at the Parkland Library located at 6620 University Drive, Parkland, Florida. The City Commission along with its consultant, Lyle Sumek, will finalize the work plan priorities for the next year. Residents will be entitled to listen to the City Commission as they discuss various issues at the session. More detailed information can be obtained from the City Manager’s Office by calling 954-753-5040 or by e-mailing ljeudy@cityofparkland.org.

City of Parkland’s Audit is Clean for a Second Year in a Row!
Florida State Statute requires a financial audit and examination be made of the accounts and financial affairs of every municipal within the state at least once a year. The City of Parkland hired auditors, Nowlen, Holt & Miner, P.A., to perform this review. A presentation was made to the City Commission on May 1st. According to the independent auditors, the City received an unqualified opinion on its annual financial audit where it was found that the City's financial statements present fairly, the City's financial condition and are in conformance with generally accepted accounting principles applied on a consistent basis. The annual audit also includes favorable Compliance and Internal Control reports as required by Government Auditing Standards. For the second year in a row, there were no comments received from the Auditor which he stated at the meeting is very unusual and something that the City should be extremely proud of. If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Morando, Finance Director, at nmorando@cityofparkland.org or 954 757-4123.

Parkland Library Events

Family Wildlife Gardening
Monday, May 6th 3:30pm
William Mohler, Environmental Superintendent will teach families how important it is to have a wildlife habitat garden and how to create one. After a short lesson families will get hands-on experience when they help to replant and refresh the library’s wildlife garden. Win a tree! Refreshments will be served. Register here or call (954)757-4207.

Tales to Tails
Thursday, May 9th 4:15pm
Come to the Parkland Library and read to Daisy, a therapy dog. This program is developed to encourage independent reading and increase reading fluency. Each child can read for about 5 minutes. This program is for children 5 to12 years old. Register here or call (954)757-4207.

Coffee Bar and Used Book Fair
Saturday, May 11th 10:00am to 1:00pm
The book fair will be held in the Library Lobby. Sponsored by the Parkland Friends of the Library

Digital Photo Editing
Saturday, May 11: 10:30 AM
Do you take pictures but can only look at them on the screen of your camera? In this workshop, learn how to upload photos from your camera to your computer and learn to crop, fix red-eye and other basic photo editing techniques. In the City Hall Training Room. Register now.

Celebrate Children’s Book Week with Splat the Cat
Wednesday, May 15th 4:00pm
Celebrate Children’s Book Week at the Parkland Library! Meet Rob Scotton’s famous storybook character, “Splat the Cat”! Join Splat for fun stories, songs and laughs. Don’t forget to bring your camera. (Ages 3 and up) A Parkland Library card is required to register. Register here or call 954 757-4207.

Understanding eBooks
Saturday, May 18th 10:30 AM
Tired of paying for the eBooks you read on your Kindle, iPad or Nook? Learn the basics of eBooks and how to check out free eBooks from the Library and download them onto your eReader device. Bring your eReader and your library card. In Library Meeting Room. Register now.

Pretty Pastels Adult Art Class
Monday, May 20th 10:30am
Join art teacher, Barbara Frieberg as she demonstrates and teaches the art of pastel drawing.
Students will learn to draw and take home their own nature themed art. Registration is required. Register here or call (954)757-4207.

Puppet Craft (age 7 and up)
Monday, May 20th 3:30pm
It’s Spring at the Parkland Library. Create your own springtime animal puppet and bring it to life using our puppet stage and your imagination! Then make a bird nest cupcake as your snack. Registration is required. Register here or call (954)757-4207.

Social Networking: Facebook and More
Tuesday, May 21st 5:30 PM
The current trends in social networking including Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Linkedin will be reviewed. Participants will create a profile or enhance their existing profile on their network of choice. In the City Hall Training Room. Register now.

Parks and Recreation Events

Parkland Kids Camp
Summer Recreation Registration – Accepting Walk in Registration
Parkland Kids Camp is a summer recreation program for children ages 5 - 11 (kindergarten through grade 6). Children must be five years of age by June 17, 2013 to enroll in the program. The City of Parkland has begun accepting walk in summer recreation applications. The camp location
will be at Heron Heights Elementary School for all sessions and the hours of operation are from 8:30AM-4:00PM with extended hours available in the morning from 8:00-8:30AM and in the afternoon from 4:00-5:30PM. The program consists of sports, arts & crafts, games, special on-site activities, and field trips. Field trips are taken aboard air-conditioned motor coach buses two to three days per week to facilities located in the tri-county area such as movies, bowling, water parks, arcades, skating, museums, etc. For further details, contact GerriAnn Dougherty at gdougherty@cityofparkland.org or go to the City website at www.cityofparkland.org.

Parkland Teen Camp
Summer Recreation Registration – Accepting Walk in Registration
Don’t get left out of the fun with your friends this summer! The City of Parkland has begun accepting walk in registration for Parkland Teen Camp. Parkland Teen Camp is a summer recreation program for children ages 12-14 (grades 7-9). Children must have completed the sixth grade to be eligible for the program. The camp will take place at Westglades Middle School for all sessions and the hours of operation are from 9:00AM-3:30PM with extended hours available in the morning from 8:30-9:00AM and in the afternoon from 3:30-5:00PM. The program is a Teen Travel Camp. Field trips are taken aboard air-conditioned motor coach buses four to five days per week to facilities located in the tri-county area such as movies, bowling, water parks, arcades, skating, amusement parks, etc. For further details, contact GerriAnn Dougherty at gdougherty@cityofparkland.org or go to the City website at www.cityofparkland.org.

Parkland Summer Camp Balance Payments Due
Friday, May 10, 2013
Balance payments are due for those currently registered for the Parkland Teen Camp and the Parkland Kids Camp. Payments may be made online, by mail or in person at the Parkland Amphitheater. Payments may be made by check, credit card, cash or money order. For further details, contact GerriAnn Dougherty at gdougehrty@cityofparkland.org or go to the City website at www.cityofparkland.org.

Adult Lawn Bocce
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
10:00-11:30AM
Pine Trails Park - 10555 Trails End
This class is held the first Tuesday of each month through May. The class is open to adults 21 years of age and older, is free of charge and open to Parkland Residents only. Game time is 10:00-11:30AM. Experience is not required. Advance registration is required. Class size is limited. For more information please contact Melissa Soto at 954-757-4120 or email msoto@cityofparkland.org.

The Parkland Walkabouts
Friday, May 10, 2013
9:00AM
6 Acre Wood Park-6060 Hillsboro Blvd
Parkland Residents ages 50 and up are invited to join The Parkland Walkabouts Club. This club encourages an overall positive fitness level and quality of life. We will meet on Friday, May 10th at 9AM by the park’s main entrance. Participants meet twice a month at one of our beautiful local parks in Parkland. Participants are also encouraged to walk on their own and keep track of their steps as they will be rewarded for their participation. For more information please contact Melissa Soto, Program Specialist at 954-757-4120 or msoto@cityofparkland.org.

Night Moves (Bob Seger tribute band)
Saturday, May 11, 2013
7:00– 8:30PM
Pine Trails Park Amphitheater – 10555 Trails End
The City of Parkland and the Law Offices of McFarlane & Dolan are proud to announce Night Moves coming to the Parkland Amphitheater located in Pine Trails Park on May 11, 2013 from 7:00-8:30PM. The food trucks will be on site and begin serving food at 6:00PM. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to join your fellow parrot head friends and neighbors for this spectacular FREE family event and performance. No tents, pets or alcoholic beverages are allowed within the park. For more information please contact Caitlin Crossin, Recreation Specialist at 954-757-4113 or ccrossin@cityofparkland.org.

Senior Trip Outing Registration
Monday May 13, 2013
8:00AM
Call 954-757-4122 NEW!
Attention Residents and Non Residents ages 50 and older. If you are interested in participating in the July trip to tour the University of Miami campus and the Alamo Historical Hospital Museum, registration begins on May 13th at 8:00AM sharp. The fee for this trip is $15 per person and includes tours, bus transportation and snack. Lunch is on your own. Please call the NEW registration hotline at 954-757-4122. For more information please contact Gerri Dougherty at gdougherty@cityofparkland.org.

Adult Open Lawn Croquet
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
10:00–11:30AM
Pine Trails Park – 10555 Trails End
Join other adults in this fun game on Wednesday, May 15 from 10:00-11:30AM in Pine Trails Park. Participants need to wear flat shoes. The activity limited to 15 participants. Register on WebTrac. There is no fee for this activity. This activity is for Parkland residents only. For more information, contact Melissa Soto msoto@cityofparkland.org 954-757-4120.

Magic Show-Jonathan Black
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
2:30-3:30PM
Aston Gardens
5999 N University Dr.
Parkland residents 62 and older are welcome to join the residents of Aston Gardens for a fun filled hour of magic presented by Jonathan Black. For more information please contact Melissa Soto, Program Specialist at 954-757-4120 or msoto@cityofparkland.org.

Teen Advisory Group Meeting
Thursday, May 16, 2013
7:00-8:00PM
Parkland City Hall – 6600 University Drive
Join the City of Parkland Teen Advisory Group (TAG) sponsored by Marrecau and Rodriguez Orthodontics and become a leader in your community creating programs and experiences you would like to see offered in Parkland for teens. This program is free of charge and offered to students 13-18 years of age. Community service hours are earned for all time spent at meetings and volunteer opportunities will be available. This is a free program. For more details, contact Caitlin Crossin at 954-757-4113 or ccrossin@cityofparkland.org.

Family Bingo Bight
Friday, May 17, 2013
7:00-8:00PM
YMCA Family Center - 10559 Trails End
Are you ready to jump up and shout BINGO? This is your chance to enjoy the game of Bingo with your entire family, neighbors and friends! Snacks and refreshments will be provided. There is no cost and prizes will be awarded to the winners. Pre-registration is required and is limited to 75 participants. For more information please contact, Melissa Soto, Program Specialist at 954-757-4120 or msoto@cityofparkland.org.