Support and celebrate the LGBTQI+ community. Pride Month is celebrated every June as a tribute to those who were involved in the Stonewall Riots.
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Just Ask! Cooper City Launched Virtual Q/A Forum |
We rolled out a monthly online forum that strives to answer residents and stakeholders' questions about City services, projects, and initiatives.
Our first online "Q&A" session provided the opportunity for an update from City Manager Joseph Napoli, before opening the question and answer portion.
The next "Cooper City Q&A" will take place on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at 12 p.m. on Zoom.
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South Florida Under a Tropical Storm Watch |
We've kicked off hurricane season with an eye on the tropics, as Potential Tropical Cyclone One moves away from the Yucatan Peninsula and into the southeastern Gulf of Mexico. A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for South Florida. This means our area can expect tropical storm conditions within the next 48 hours. Heavy rain and flash flooding remain the biggest threats.
To report any non-emergency incidents during and after a storm: call 954-764-4357. Examples include downed trees, street flooding, sewer spillage, traffic signal outage, etc.
Please be prepared and gather supplies. The 14-day “disaster preparedness” Florida sales tax holiday ends Friday, June 10, 2022, to purchase qualifying disaster preparedness and pet supplies.
Follow these tips and links on getting prepared. Hurricane season is June 1 through November 30.
- Determine Your Risk, Check Your Insurance Coverage
- Know Your Zone, Know Your Home
- Assemble a Disaster Supply Kit
- Have a Plan for Your Family & Business
- Sign-up for Emergency Notifications (CodeRed and AlertBroward)
- Keep a List of Helpful Contacts
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All-Board Volunteer Appreciation Ceremony |
We had the opportunity to thank and celebrate our wonderful residents who volunteer their time for the benefit of Cooper City, during our annual All-Board Appreciation Dinner. Our board and committee members exemplify what makes our hometown "Someplace Special."
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Meet Our Team
Lieutenant Armenio "Al" Laviña
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Lieutenant Laviña has proudly served the residents of Cooper City for six years, while working on Rescue 28 within our BSO Cooper City Fire District
Lt. Laviña, who goes by Al, began his career as a firefighter and paramedic in 1999, when he started working for the Dania Beach Fire Department. In 2011, the Dania Beach Fire Department merged with the Broward Sheriff's Office and Lt. Laviña would eventually make his way to our BSO Cooper City District.
Al says he knew he wanted to help save lives at the age of 11, after watching his father suffer a heart attack. That moment led to a career that has been filled with gratification. Lt. Laviña says the biggest satisfaction of his job is the fact that he gets to be a blessing in someone else's life.
Born in New Jersey, Al has lived in South Florida since the age of two. He is married and has two sons, ages 21 and 18. He and his wife's oldest son is currently serving in the U.S. Air Force and stationed in Germany. He was recently deployed near the Ukrainian border. Their younger son is an avid competitor in the Special Olympics, participating in multiple sports and even winning a gold medal in soccer.
When he's not working, Al enjoys taking on do-it-yourself projects at home, has recently taken up archery, and always loves watching sports especially football.
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We Honored and Remembered on Memorial Day |
We marked this Memorial Day with American Legion Post 321 and members of our community. Cooper City remembers and honors the lives of the courageous men and women of our armed forces who have fought and given their lives for the freedoms we enjoy as Americans. |
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BSO Cooper City Fire Memorial
Remembering Lt. Rick Scorgie
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Members of our BSO Cooper City Fire District and surrounding districts gathered on Friday, May 27, to remember the life and service of Lieutenant Rick Scorgie, who passed away on May 27, 2005.
Lt. Scorgie joined the Cooper City Fire Department In 1986, after serving as a volunteer firefighter with the Coral Springs Fire Department. A few years later, he became a state certified paramedic and then a state certified fire instructor where he loved to teach urban search and rescue, medical classes and weapons of mass destruction training programs.
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Flamingo West Park Soccer Fields Closed for Maintenance |
The soccer fields at Flamingo West Park will be closed through Sunday, June 5, due to routine maintenance. This maintenance is provided through a warranty, which the City has on the soccer fields. |
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Sod Replacement at Suellen H. Fardelmann and Bill Lips Sports Complexes |
Our Public Works crews are diligently working to replace damaged and dying sod on the football fields at both Suellen H. Fardelmann Sports Complex and Bill Lips Sports Complex. This work is expected to carry through July. We will provide an update on when the affected fields are expected to reopen.
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Water Safety is a Year-round Effort |
Drowning is the leading cause of death for children between the ages of one and four. Use safety precautions when outdoors and near water year-round.
Safety Tips:
- ☀️ Apply sunscreen and wear protective clothing.
- 🏊♀️ Actively supervise children when around the water.
- ☀️ Swim with a buddy and use proper swimming and safety skills.
- 🏊♀️ Hydrate. Drinks lots of water.
- ☀️ Swim near a lifeguard and heed warnings.
- 🏊♀️ Install and use barriers around home pool or hot tub.
- ☀️ If you go boating, wear a life jacket!
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Mobile Dermatology Visits Cooper City Next Week |
OnSpot Dermatology, a mobile dermatology provider, is visiting Cooper City on Monday, June 6. Services include:
- Skin Cancer exams
- Psoriasis and eczema treatments
- Botox and fillers
- Mohs surgery
Most major insurances are accepted, including Medicare.
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Tickets Still Available for Father Son Fishing Derby and Breakfast |
Saturday, June 18, 8AM – 11AM
Pool and Tennis Center
Price: $30 for a father & son / $12 per additional guest
Registration can be completed at the Community Center or Pool and Tennis Center.
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Temporary Traffic Change for Cooper City Elementary |
Our BSO Cooper City District has been responding to feedback and making adjustments, throughout the week, to the Cooper City Elementary School Traffic Change. Two adjustments helped make a positive impact today, as seen during dismissal.
- Cones were used to better manage traffic at the portion of SW 50th Place, where parents and guardians approach both the 2nd/3rd grade and 4th/5th grade pickup points.
- SW 51st Place is no longer being barricaded. Parents and guardians traveling from the west, can now utilize SW 51st Place to make a left, off of SW 91st Avenue, and merge into the line.
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Year-round Fitness Programs
Cooper City offers fitness programs and classes for all interests, ages and experience. Visit our programs and classes webpage for programs and more information.
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Eat to the Beat Welcomes Shane Duncan Band |
Friday, July 8, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Suellen H. Fardelmann Sports Complex
Food trucks, activities for the kids and free concert featuring Shane Duncan Band
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July 23, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
BSO Cooper City Headquarters
Pre-registration is required and opens June 13.
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Cooper City Optimist for Adult and Youth Organized Sports |
From soccer to cheerleading, there is a sport and team for all interests through the Optimist Club of Cooper City.
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Summer Fun is Around the Corner |
Youth Summer Camps
We have a variety of recreational activities planned including
swimming, field trips, games, arts & crafts and so much more for children in first through eighth grade. Register now.
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Keep Our History Alive!
We Collect Images & Stories of Our "Someplace Special"
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#TBT -- With the unofficial start of summer, we bring you this vintage postcard used to attract residents to move to our city. Summertime Homes in Cooper City presents five outstanding values for modern year-round living. Designed and priced especially for senior citizens and retirees -- "where the living is easy."
Share your memorable photographs to help us keep our history alive. For more details on how to share photos, postcards and stories with us, click here.
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What If 911 Does Not Answer?
The City of Cooper City is aware of the current issue with Broward County's regional 911 system. In the event a Cooper City resident calls 911 and there is no answer, Cooper City residents can call the BSO Cooper City station directly by dialing 954-435-2000. Cooper City's BSO station is the only BSO district to staff a lobby 24/7, 365 days a year.
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Please Don't Park On or Near Catch Basins |
Cooper City’s code enforcement inspectors take on the key responsibility of carrying out the directive to enforce the City’s Code of Ordinances. This section provides information on some of the most common code violations, while also providing information that helps keep Cooper City beautiful.
Parking Over Catch Basins
Please stay clear of catch basins, when parking on a swale. Keeping vehicles away from catch basins helps prevent street flooding and also helps us protect the environment. Vehicles parked on top of, or near, catch basins can lead to leaking fluids flowing into catch basins and harming our ecosystem.
Parking over catch basins. Except in an emergency situation, or when a catch basin is located within a driveway of a residence, no person shall park, stop, stand or leave unattended any vehicle over any catch basin located within the city.
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Cooper City Grant Programs Help with Loss of Income |
Cooper City has received funds as a part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021 to be used to facilitate the community’s recovery from the devastating economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Specifically, the Cooper City Grant Program is intended to support small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and individuals who have experienced loss of income or other negative economic impacts from 2019 to 2020 or from 2020 to 2021. These are one-time grants that do not need to be repaid.
Applications for residential mortgage and rent, residential utilities, nonprofits and small business assistance will be closing soon. Assistance will be provided on a first-come, first-qualified, first-serve basis to eligible applicants with complete applications.
Here's how we have helped, so far:
- 100 total applications received
- 41 applications approved for a total of $139,447 in assistance
- 31 approvals have been for mortgage/rental assistance ($83,382)
- 6 approvals have been for small business assistance ($55,000)
- 4 approvals have been for utility assistance ($1,065)
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Join Our Wednesday Walking Club |
Join our Walking Club every Wednesday evening at Flamingo West Park at 6:30 p.m. All ages are welcome to come out and get some exercise, while making new friends each week.
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Fitness Training: Lateral and Front Raises |
We take a look at how you can perform lateral and front raises with a pair of dumbbells, whether you are at home or at the gym.
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Step into a Fitness Routine |
The Cooper City Fitness Center is located at the Pool and Tennis Center. Explore your health insurance for membership benefits. An individual annual gym membership starts at only $85.60 for seniors (age 62+).
An individual annual membership for Cooper City residents, age 15-61, is $139.10.
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Vulnerable Population Registry
It's hurricane season and the time to register those with special needs in case of a hurricane or other major countywide emergency. Individuals should register if they are at risk due to a disability, frailty, or health issue, regardless of age.
Broward County's Vulnerable Population Registry is a tool used to help evaluate resident needs by community. Do you know someone who should consider registering? Please ask your neighbors and friends if they are aware of anyone who may be considered vulnerable, so we can be sure our community members get the support they need.
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Hazardous Waste & Electronics Disposal Monthly
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Wheelabrator
Saturdays: June 11, July 16
Bulk Waste Pick-up Schedule
Jun 20 - 25
July 18 - 23
Aug 15 - 20
Sept 19 -24
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Pool Renovation Progress, Plans to Reopen in Late June |
The resurfacing of the Community Pool at the Pool and Tennis Center is making progress. This project will bring the pool into compliance with the Florida Building Code and Department of Health's current regulations. The resurfacing is scheduled to be completed by the end of June 2022.
If you have questions, please call the Cooper City Parks and Recreation Department at 954-436-7300.
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Continue to Support the Ukrainian Community |
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Get a Jump Start on Heart Health |
BSO Fire Cooper City offers Heartsaver classes monthly for adults to learn more on how to conduct CPR and address foreign body airway obstruction. The next class for the general public is June 15.
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Sign up for Convenience with E-Billing
E-billing gives utility customers the opportunity to see their bill 20 days before its due, by sending your bill via e-mail. Cooper City Utility customers can sign up by sending an e-mail to UtilityBilling@CooperCityFL.org. Please include your full name and address in the email.
Customers also have the option of signing up for automatic payments by filling out a direct payment form and e-mailing it to Utility Billing. It’s fast, convenient and avoids a convenience fee.
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Florida Licensing on Wheels |
Third Tuesday of every other month
Community Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Registration opened June 1, 2022 for the July 19 appointments. Call 954-434-4300, ext. 255.
FLOW services include license and I.D. credentialing services, renew a vehicle registration, and purchase a specialty license plate. They also offer FLHSMV’s critical safety services such as emergency contact information registration and safety campaigns by the Florida Highway Patrol. However, no written or driving tests are given from mobile units.
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Passport Appointments Now Available |
Now booking appointments for new passports every 15 minutes.at City Hall.
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BSO Cares Program
The Broward Sheriff’s Office has established a registry for people with developmental disorders. This registry is part of a free community service program that will allow our emergency personnel to respond to and serve our community with disabilities better when our help is needed.
This program is available to anyone who resides in or frequently visits Broward County who has a developmental disability diagnosis. Participation is voluntary. To register for Care Program
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Learn How to Set-up Your Mobile Phone for Emergency Notices
Sign-up to receive important notices. It's free!
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SCAM ALERT - DO NOT OPEN OR SHARE YOUR INFORMATION |
There have been reports of fraudulent text messages being sent to Floridians asking for driver license details. The text messages lead to a phony/fraudulent webpage that requests Social Security and driver license information. DO NOT share your personal information.
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Lock Your Vehicle to Prevent Crime |
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Leaving your vehicle unlocked, especially at night, makes it easy for criminals to take its contents. Start a new bedtime ritual by making sure your vehicle is locked before you call it a night. #9PMInitiative |
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Cooper City Explorer Program
Our Cooper City BSO District is looking for teenagers interested in a career in law enforcement or criminal justice. If your child in considering a career in public safety, this program may be the perfect fit.
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Broward Sheriff Cooper City |
Contacting BSO to report a crime, abuse, tips or other non-emergency incidents has never been so easy. Here are the many ways you can call, email or text us so they can help you. There is even a SaferWatch app.
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COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing |
Cooper City COVID-19 testing site continues to operate until further notice. Several Broward County sites have closed or will be closing soon. Many l ocal pharmacies have testing services or at-home testing kits available.
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Upcoming Regular City Commission Meetings
Tuesdays: June 14 & 28 at 6:30 p.m.
In-person: City Hall, 9090 SW 50 Place
TV: Comcast/Xfinity: Channel 78
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Apply to Serve on a Board or Committee |
Are you a resident of Cooper City and interested in becoming more involved? Consider applying for an advisory board.
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Latest Update
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AT&T continues upgrading its existing copper network in Cooper City neighborhoods to state-of-the-art fiber optic cable that will increase Internet bandwidth for Cooper City residents. Work is completed in Pine Lake and continues in Flamingo Gardens. Construction work also continues in Tanglewood. Read more.
On-going projects
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County Stormwater Work Underway, Lane Closures |
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Drivers should expect daily lane closures along the westbound lanes of Stirling Road, between University Drive and Pine Island Road. The closures will be due to county repairs to the stormwater drainage system on the north side of Stirling Road.
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211 is Broward's Crisis Hotline |
211 Broward is the live, 24-hour comprehensive helpline, providing all people with crisis, health and human services support, and connecting them to resources in our community for housing, food, financial assistance, relief from abuse, family issues, depression, childcare, suicide prevention, etc. Dial 211 or download the 211 app on your cellphone for assistance 24/7.
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Cooper City's Strategic Plan |
The City's strategic plan is a roadmap to carry out strategic priorities from 2022-2027. There are four strategic priorities:
- Financially Sustaining Someplace Special
- Proactive Public Safety
- A Strong Sense of Place
- Citywide Revitalization
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Report Issues in Your Neighborhood with a Click |
See a streetlight out or flickering, pothole, graffiti or beehive, report it through SeeClickFix, an online web application that allows any individual to report non-emergency issues on a map for everyone to see.
The SeeClickFix works as a request and work management system to get the job done.
From your phone, download the free SeeClickFix app and type in Cooper City, FL. To report, it's as easy as taking a photo and submitting. For updates on your service request, you will have to create a log-in.
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Register with Code Red to Receive City Emergency Notices
CodeRed is the City's emergency call system. If you have signed up for CodeRed, please check your information to ensure your phone number is accurate, and that you are signed up to receive "general information." If you have not yet signed up for CodeRED, please do so by clicking the button below. There is no fee to participate in CodeRED.
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