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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 Awarded Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
The City of Parkland has been awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the current budget from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada. This award is the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting and represents a significant achievement by the City. This is the 6th year the award has been presented to the City. The award reflects the commitment of the Parkland governing body and staff to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. To receive the budget award, the City had to satisfy nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation. These guidelines are designed to assess how well the City’s budget serves as: a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide and a communications device.

Not only did the City of Parkland receive the Distinguished Budget Award this year but the City also received the Special Capital Recognition award. This distinction is awarded to governments who receive outstanding ratings in categories relating to capital expenditures and the impact of the capital investments on the City’s operating budget.

Budget documents must be rated “proficient” in all four categories, and the 14 mandatory criteria within those categories, to receive the award. When a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award is granted, a Certificate of Recognition for Budget Presentation is also presented to the individual or department designated as being primarily responsible for its having achieved the award. This was presented to the City’s Finance Department.

City of Parkland and BSO to Hold Shred-A-Thon
The City of Parkland and Broward County Sheriff’s Office will be holding a Shred-a-Thon on June 8, 2013 at the City of Parkland Public Safety Building located at the City Hall Complex on the corner of Holmberg Road and University Drive. The event will be from 9:00am to noon. The Shred-A-Thon provides residents with a safe way to dispose of their personal documents, check stubs, credit card offers, receipts and any other paperwork that contains sensitive information. The service is free of charge. There’s a limit of five boxes per person. For more information on the Shred-A-Thon, please call (954) 831.8902 or visit www.sheriff.org .

BSO Prevents Possible Burglaries
On April 24th @ 2:00 am deputies arrested three individuals for vehicle burglaries in the Sable Pass Community. These individuals admitted to going into the community for one purpose; to enter unlocked vehicles and stealing items left inside. Property from the burglaries was recovered from the individuals. We want to remind residents to lock their cars at night and not to leave anything visible inside. As always report any suspicious activity or in progress crimes immediately by dialing 911.

Parkland Library Events

Knit N Knowledge
Monday, May 6th 10:30am
Want to learn how to knit? Here’s your pass to knitting class! Join others at the Parkland Library as we learn the basics of knitting! New beginners should arrive early at 10:00am and will need to bring two size 8 knitting needles and 2 worsted weight yarns. Parkland Library card required to register. Register here or call (954)757-4207.

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. 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 Leyna or Daisy, therapy dogs from Progressive Paws. 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.

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. To register here visit or call 954 757-4207.


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 to 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 take place at Heron Heights Elementary School for all sessions and the hours of operation are from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM 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 summer 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 to 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 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM 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 tricounty 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.

Healthy Lifestyle Class: Brown Bag Checkup
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
1:00-2:00pm
City Hall Activity Room - 6600 University Drive
This program will be held one Wednesday of each month from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. These free classes are conducted by Tunies Natural Grocery & Vitamin Supercenter. Learn the approaches to stay healthy – hormone balance, exercise, proper rest, food choices, and how to stay mentally active and pain free. Advanced Registration Required. This class will be held at the Parkland City Hall, 6600 University Drive, Parkland. For more information please contact Melissa Soto at 954-757-4142 or email msoto@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. This class is open to adults 21 years of age and older. This class is free of charge and is open to Parkland Residents only. Game time is 10:00AM-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.

Night Moves (Bob Seger tribute)
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Pine Trails Park Amphitheater – 10555 Trails End
7:00pm – 8:30pm
The City of Parkland and the Law Offices of McFarlane & Dolan are proud to announce the Night Moves and food trucks will be coming to the Parkland Amphitheater located in Pine Trails Park on April 20, 2013 from 7:00pm-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 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.

Pet Photo Contest
Application due Thursday, May 3, 2013
Residents, do you think you have the cutest pet in Parkland? Then enter their photo in the City's contest! Photos and application are due by Thursday, May 3, 2013 at 5pm. Judging will be done by City Employees and by the public. Public voting will be done one the City's website. Anyone can vote. Voting will be Monday, May 6th until Thursday, May 9th. To enter in the contest, you must be a Parkland resident. Please visit www.cityofparkland.org for the application and rules. For more information, please contact Caitlin Crossin at 954-757-4113 or at ccrossin@cityofparkland.org.

Family BINGO Night
Friday, May 17, 2013
7pm - 8pm
YMCA Family Center
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 Drinks will be provided. Must pre-register and space is limited to 75 people. MUST REGISTER EACH INDIVIDUAL PARTICIPANT!!! Registration ends May 16, 2013. Registration can be done online on webtrac or in person at the Parkland Amphitheater. This event is FREE and open to Parkland residents only. For more information contact Melissa Soto at 954-757-4120 or 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 on to encourage an overall positive fitness level and quality of life on Friday, May 10th at 9am. Participants will meet twice a month at one of our local beautiful parks in Parkland. Participants are also encouraged to walk on their own and keeping 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.