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

Parkland Budget Workshop and Public Hearings

Any and all residents who are interested in the City's budget proposal are invited to attend one of the many workshops and public hearings on the City's Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Proposed Budget. A preliminary review of the budget with the City Commission will take place at the Commission Workshop on August 14th at 6:00pm. A second Commission Budget Workshop has been scheduled for September 12th, if necessary. The public hearings on the budget are scheduled for September 12th at 6:00pm and September 18th at 7:00pm in the City Commission Chambers at City Hall. In addition, the City of Parkland is now taking resident suggestions for the upcoming 2013-2014 Annual Budget via the City’s website. Residents can visit www.cityofparkland.org and click the Budget Comments link in the left menu bar to be redirected to the appropriate page. Residents will be able to enter a detailed description of their suggestion. The Proposed Fiscal Year 2014 Budget is located under the Finance Department in the Fiscal Year 2014 Budget Information section for your review.

City of Parkland Building Department Now Accepts Credit Cards

In an effort to provide the highest level of service, the City of Parkland’s Building Department now accepts most major credit cards. You can now utilize your Visa and MasterCard to pay for permits, contractor registrations and more. This will allow for ease of use for anyone conducting business with the Building Department. For more information please contact the Building Department at 954-753-5447.

Parks and Recreation Events

Parkland Lecture on Invasive Exotic Plant Awareness
Saturday, August 16, 2013
3:30PM-4:30PM
Parkland Library, 4420 University Drive

The City of Parkland is pleased to announce a lecture to promote invasive exotic plant awareness in the community. This lecture will be held on August 16th, 2013 from 3:30 – 4:30 PM at the City of Parkland Library, 6620 North University Drive, Parkland, FL 33067. This lecture will introduce current data on the detrimental effects invasive exotic plants have on the environment, the types of invasive exotic plants affecting the community, and alternative plant choices available for resident use. Come join us to learn more about the effects of invasive exotic plants and what you can do to halt the introduction of these plants into our natural plant communities. Please contact William Mohler, for registration or for additional information at 954-757-4186 or wmohler@cityofparkland.org.

Dinner and a Show
Saturday, August 17, 2013
6:00PM - 9:00PM
YMCA Gymnasium, 10559 Trails End
Cost: $35 per person, $60 per couple, $225 per table of 8

Adults 21 and older, join us for dinner a fun filled evening of entertainment including comedic genius Carl Guerra, the music styling’s of Michael Matone and his 3-piece band and comedic magician Gary Goodman. The evening is generously sponsored by Baker, Zimmerman and Perez. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at the Parkland Amphitheater located at 10561 Trails End. Tickets, dinner choice and seating arrangements are available on the day of ticket purchase. Space is limited! For more information please contact Melissa Soto Program Specialist at 954-757-4120 or msoto@cityofparkland.org

Summer Fishing Derby
Saturday, August 24, 2013
8:00AM – 10:00AM
Pine Trails Park – 10555 Trails End

The City of Parkland, North Broward Preparatory School and Marrecau & Rodriguez Orthodontics are inviting all Parkland Families out to the Kid’s Fishing Derby at Pine Trails Park Fishing Pier on August 24, 2013 from 8:00-10:00am. Remember to bring your fishing poles, buckets, and bait! Each fish caught will be weighed and prizes will be awarded. This is a FREE event! For more information contact Caitlin Crossin, Program Specialist at 954-757-4113 or ccrossin@cityofparkland.org.

Parkland Invasive Exotic Plant Volunteer Clean Up
Saturday, August 24, 2013
10:30AM-12:30PM
Liberty Park, 9200 Ranch Road

The City of Parkland and Waste Management are inviting Parkland residents to come out for an invasive exotic plant volunteer clean up at Liberty Park on Saturday, August 24, 2013 from 10:30am-12:00pm. All clean up volunteers will receive a FREE t-shirt. Please come dressed comfortably for this event. All equipment will be provided and water will be available at the cleanup. Please contact William Mohler, for registration or for additional information at 954-757-4186 or wmohler@cityofparkland.org.

Sundae’s in the Park
Sunday, August 25, 2013
11:00AM-1:00PM
Terramar Park, 6575 NW 75th Drive

The City of Parkland, North Broward Preparatory School and Marrecau & Rodriguez Orthodontics welcome all Parkland residents to this fantastic event in which FREE ice cream will be served in the park. This event will be delicious fun for all ages! For more information please contact Caitlin Crossin, Program Specialist at 954-757-4113 or ccrossin@cityofparkland.org.

Coast Guard Boating Safety Course
Saturday, September 7, 2013
8:30AM-4:00PM
City Hall, 6600 University Drive
Registration is open now, limited space available – secure your spot today!

A concise 1-day course taught by the US Coast Guard, you will learn all about the Federal regulations in the State of Florida, seamanship, how a boat operates and how to handle one, how to load a boat so it balances properly, navigating in rough seas, proper docking and much more. Cost is $36 with multi-family member discounts available. All materials are included and participants will receive a certification card upon completion. Advance Registration is required and checks should be made payable to Coast Guard Floatilla 54. Please contact Miles Amos at 954-757-4122 or email mamos@cityofparkland.org for additional information or to register for the class.

Senior Program: Show and Tell
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
10:00-11:30AM
Parkland City Hall, 6600 University Drive
Registration is open now, reserve your spot today!

Parkland residents 62 and older are invited to participate in our upcoming Show and Tell class. Come share your hobbies, talents, leisure pursuits and fortes’ over tea and cookies. Registration can be done over the phone or in person at the Parkland Amphitheater. For more information, contact Tammy Lustig at 954-757-4142 or tlustig@cityofparkland.com.

AARP Driver Safety Program
Saturday, September 28, 2013
9:00AM-3:00PM
City Hall, 6600 University Drive
Registration is open now, limited space available – secure your spot today!

The AARP Driver Safety Course is a 6-hour refresher course that has helped millions of drivers sharpen their defensive driving skills. Participants of the course are generally 50 and older, but anyone is permitted to register for the course. All participants will receive a certificate and those 55 and older may submit the certificate to their insurance company to receive discount benefits. (Discount percentage varies by insurance company). The cost to attend the class is $12.00 for members and $14.00 for non-members. Checks are written out to AARP. Advance Registration is required. Please contact Miles Amos at 954-757-4122 or email mamos@cityofparkland.org for additional information or to register for the class.

Adult Paid Trip Outing: The Gadabouts Tackle the Miami Dolphins
Sunday, November 17, 2013
Departure Time: 9AM (expected return in late afternoon, early evening)
Registration is open now; get your tickets today - first come, first served!

Join us as we watch the Miami Dolphins play the San Diego Chargers! Kickoff is at 1PM, but we will have a super fun time tail-gating before the game. Cost is $60 for your upper level sideline ticket, bus transportation to and from the stadium and a private tailgate area for our group. (Bring your own food and drink). We need a minimum of 50 people aged 50 and over in order for the trip to go and anticipate the bus to fill quickly. Once it’s full, we go, so hut hut, get your tickets today! Please contact Tammy Lustig at 954-757-4142 or email tlustig@cityofparkland.orgfor additional information or to register for this trip.

Parkland Library Events

Dental Hygiene (ages 5 and up)
Tuesday, August 13th 3:30pm

Betsy G. Carlen from Kawa Orthodontics will teach children the importance oral hygiene and nutrition. She will emphasize the importance of taking care of your teeth and gums. She will also discuss nutrition and “detergent” foods that help clean teeth when you can’t brush. Each child who participates will receive a goody bag filled with surprises. Register here or call (954)757-4207.

Teen Art
Wednesday, August 14th 6:00pm

Go “Beneath the Surface” one last time and create a Pegasus using scratch art. Art teacher, Barbara Freiberg, will teach students how to sketch the Pegasus and then draw it onto special scratch art paper. Turn in your completed reading log (6 books total) by August 14th and you will be entered in a drawing to win a grand prize. A Parkland Library card is required to register.Register here or call (954)757-4207.

Film Viewing and Discussion
My Afternoons with Marguerite
Saturday, August 17th 1:00pm

This is the story of life's random encounters. In a small French town Germain, a nearly illiterate man in his 50s who is considered the village simpleton, takes a walk to the park and happens to sit beside Marguerite, a little old lady who is reading excerpts from her novel aloud. Register here or call (954)757-4207.

College Application Workshop
Wednesday, August 28th 6:00pm OR Thursday, August 29th 6:00pm

Cynthia M. Bloom, College Consultant from Admit Me 2, Inc, will be speaking about the college application process and what colleges are looking for. Helpful hints and advice will be given on writing your college application and essay. Learn about college requirements in Florida and out of state. Registration is required.Register here or call 954 757-4200.