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Next Commission Meeting:
Monday, October 21, 2024 | 7 p.m.
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Monitoring Hurricane Milton
Flood Watch and Tropical Storm Watch in Effect
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The City of Weston continues to monitor Hurricane Milton. All of South Florida is currently under a Flood Watch through Thursday morning (Oct. 10). A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for all of Broward County (and other areas of Southeast Florida).
Weston’s Public Works crews have been working to lower lake levels in anticipation of the expected rainfall. To learn more about our stormwater management process, click here.
Stay tuned to weather updates from the National Weather Service and to storm updates and impacts to City services which will be posted in the news article on the front page of the City of Weston website, linked below.
Bulk Trash Service SUSPENDED Tuesday through Saturday
Bulk Trash Pickup is SUSPENDED starting Tuesday, October 8 through Saturday, October 12. Those scheduled for pickup this week will be serviced on the same day of the week next week, weather permitting (i.e. those scheduled for Oct. 8 will be serviced on Oct. 15, etc.) This will not impact those that are already scheduled for bulk pickup service next week.
As of the time of this publication, garbage and recycling will continue as scheduled until further notice. Monitor the Weston Storm Updates published on the City's website for up-to-date information.
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An New Fiscal Year! FY 2025 Budget Adopted by City Commission | |
A new budget means new projects and activities! Residents are encouraged to review the City Manager's Adopted Budgets, including an informational budget message, goals for 2025, an overview of this year's projects, and Weston's fiscal health. The adopted budget maintains an ad valorem millage rate of 3.3464 mills; this rate has remained unchanged for the seventh year in a row.
Weston continues to have the lowest ad valorem millage rate of all municipalities in Broward County, as it has had since 1996.
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Weston is SunSational
Florida Festivals & Events Association Annual Awards
| The City of Weston is the winner of five awards from the Florida Festivals & Events Association’s (FFEA) 2024 SunSational Awards. On Monday, September 30, Suzanne Neve, CEO of the FFEA, presented the awards at the City Commission Meeting. Representatives accepting include Parks and Recreation staff, the Arts Council of Greater Weston and the Weston YMCA. Check out the award-winning events and projects. | |
Graffiti No More
BSO Law Enforcement Employees of the Month
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The Broward Sheriff's Office Weston District Law Enforcement Employees of the Month for September 2024 are members Weston’s Crime Suppression Team. Detective Ronald Fernandez and Arione Scott, along with Criminal Investigations Detective Michael Moses were honored for their work in apprehending a 17-year-old juvenile who graffitied street signs and electrical boxes throughout the City on several occasions.
If you see graffiti around the City, please report it by calling BSO’s Non-Emergency line or by calling or emailing our Public Works Department.
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Broward Sheriff's Office
Senior Seminar
| Our team at BSO Weston is always looking for ways to educate the community about the safety issues that affect them the most. Older residents are invited to a safety seminar featuring local agencies and partners to learn more about those safety issues, including fraud prevention, life safety, health and wellness, and more. The seminar includes free food and refreshments for attendees, so come out and meet the team while learning about ways to stay safe and healthy into your older years. | |
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Broward Sheriff's Office
Cycling Safety Meeting
| Are you a cyclist in Weston, either with a group or individually? Or are you a Weston driver with concerns on how to safely share the roads with cyclists? Our BSO Weston team wants to hear from you at the next Bicycle Safety Meeting. Drivers, Cyclists, and Pedestrians are invited to share their concerns and learn how to share the roads with expert guidance from our BSO Weston experts. | |
Fire Prevention Week
October 6 - 12
| One of the primary steps for fire safety is making sure that you have working smoke alarms throughout your home or business. According to the National Fire Protection Association, fire alarms that work can reduce the risk of dying in a fire by 54%. That is why this National Fire Prevention Week, the theme Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work for You! strives to educate the public on the importance of having working smoke alarms. Click below to learn more about key smoke alarm safety tips and guidelines as well as family activities and resources to teach kids about the importance of smoke alarms. | |
Foreign Film Series Returns. Tickets Now on Sale! | |
Weston's Foreign Film Series is back for another season. The City of Weston and the Arts Council of Greater Weston present six international films selected for our community. Enjoy a special showing of each film on the second Monday of each month from November through April 2025 with the promise of transporting you off into unknown lands, diverse cultures, and unique stories from around the globe. Showtimes are at 4:45 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Purchase tickets for the full series for $48 (checks only) at the Weston Community Center, 20200 Saddle Club Road or with the Weston Friends of the Library - afternoons only - at the Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Boulevard. Series tickets may also be purchased online at 1Weston.com. Single tickets may be purchased at the door for each film screening, pending availability.
The series kicks off on November 11 with Tazzeka (Morocco), in which Elias, who grew up in the Moroccan village of Tazzeka, learns secrets of traditional Moroccan cuisine from his grandmother and then meets a top Paris chef and young woman who inspire him to leave home.
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Fall in Love - Empty the Shelter
Free Pet Adoption Event
| Broward County Animal Care returns with its Fall in Love - Empty the Shelter free pet adoption event running through October 15. Partnering with the Bissell Pet Foundation, Animal Care challenges South Florida residents to adopt a shelter pet to break down adoption barriers. The Bissell Pet Foundation will cover adoption fees. All adopted pets will be fully vaccinated, sterilized, and microchipped. Find your furrr-ever friend now! | |
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Weston Community Center
Music Performance Classes Begin October 21
| Kids can learn to sing or play a wind/percussion instrument with experienced teachers, led by Dr. David Scimonelli. Students will build a foundation in singing or instruments and have a chance to perform. No prior experience needed. Chorus classes are for students from first to fifth grade while band classes are for fourth to sixth graders. Don’t miss the opportunity to have your child be a part of this fast growing, local music school, and sign them up today. | |
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Election Day is November 5
Request Vote by Mail Ballot by October 24
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On Tuesday, November 5th, registered voters in Weston have numerous elected offices to vote on including choices for President, Senate, Congress, State Representative, Sheriff, County Commission, Judges, and one Weston City Commission Seat. Weston also has two Referendum questions on the ballot.
We encourage everyone to take advantage of their right to vote. If you prefer to vote by mail, the deadline to request a mail-in ballot is October 24, 2024.
Early Voting in Broward will be held from October 21 through November 3 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at numerous locations and you can go to any location that is convenient for you. On Election Day, November 5, you can only vote at your assigned precinct.
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Dogs Just Want to Have Fun!
K9 Water Festivals are Back in Broward
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Broward County Parks will soon open the pools for pups. All dogs must be vaccinated, sociable, well-behaved, and off-leash when inside the playgrounds.
Pack up your pup and head to the K9 Water Festivals at Castaway Island Water Park at TY Park in Hollywood on the following dates: October 12 through 13 and 19 through 20.
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Bulk Trash Pickup Suspended for Remainder of this Week | |
Due to Hurricane Milton, Bulk Trash service will be suspended from Tuesday, October 8 through Saturday, October 12. If you are scheduled for any of these dates, your collection will be serviced next week (October 15 through 19) on the same day of the week.
Do NOT put bulk trash items out until the day before pick up.
Refer to the interactive Map for Solid Waste Collection to verify your service day. It is highly recommended to use Chrome as your browser. Click on the Map and type your address into the search bar. Click on your property (or neighborhood) on the map and a pop-up box will show the days for garbage, recycling and bulk pickup for your community.
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Collecting Pet Food Through October 31 | Throughout the month of October, we are opening our 24/7 collection bin outside City Hall to pet food donations, too! Broward County Animal Care is fighting to help families with pet hunger and food insecurity, and we couldn’t be more proud to join them. If you can donate, please ensure your donations are unopened and unexpired. At the end of the month, we’ll deliver the donations to Broward Animal Care in support of their mission. | |
A Bright Day with Brightview | We've got to give a HUGE SHOUTOUT to our friends and partners at Brightview! Not only are they keeping Weston beautiful each day, but they're also putting smiles on faces. They were recently praised for their daily interactions with residents, showcasing their professionalism and courtesy. Thanks for everything you guys do, each day, for Weston residents! | | |
NPR
Student Podcast Challenge
| Calling young Weston storytellers! The NPR Student Podcast Challenge is BACK! The contest judges will select three winners; one each from grades 4, 5 to 8, and 9 through 12. Want to tell a personal story about your family history? An investigation into a local issue? Or do you want to create your own fictional narrative? They’re all eligible and open for submission! Get started with the helpful guide linked below. | |
Get Your FREE At-Home COVID-19 Test | COVID-19 testing can help you know if you have COVID-19 and what you can do to reduce your risk of severe illness and lower the chances of spreading the virus to others. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced that every U.S. household is eligible to order four FREE at-home COVID-19 tests. Click below to place an order and learn more about COVID-19 at-home tests. | | |
IRS
Educator Expense Deduction
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A helpful tip for teachers and administrators in elementary or secondary education: You can deduct up to $300 of unreimbursed expenses that were paid or incurred for participation in professional development courses or equipment and supplementary materials used in the classroom such as books, computer equipment (including related software and services) and other educational materials.
The following taxpayers are eligible for this deduction: teachers/classroom aides from kindergarten through grade 12, and counselors, or principals with at least 900 hours during the school year in a school that provides elementary or secondary education.
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Helping to keep pace with what's happening around the County. Read up on the transportation projects in progress.
Multimodal Mobility Master Plan
Broward County is working on a Multimodal Mobility Master Plan. You can view the crowdsourcing map linked below to read input and ideas on biking and walking in Broward posted by Broward residents. Click below for details on this plan and the ways you can join in to help create a more people-friendly, inclusive community by providing input and inspiration.
MAP Broward
Also known as the Penny for Transportation surtax, MAP Broward, the County's Mobility Advancement Program is the agency that oversees the allocation of funding for transportation improvement projects throughout Broward. All county and municipal projects funded by the transportation surtax are evaluated for eligibility by the independent Transportation Surtax Oversight Board. After eligibility has been determined, the Oversight Board submits a list of eligible projects to the Board of County Commissioners for their budgetary approval.
FDOT Palmetto Express Lane Entrance Relocation
Do you travel to Miami daily using I-75 to the Palmetto? As part of the ongoing State Road 826/Palmetto Expressway Capacity Improvement Project, the Florida Department of Transportation will begin work to relocate the southbound express lane entrance from NW 154 Street/Miami Lakes to SR 932/NW 103 Street/W49 Street beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, October 9. Click below to learn more about the Palmetto Capacity Improvement Project.
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October 19
BSO Fire Open House
9 a.m.
Fire Station No. 81
| Stop by and tour the fire station and fire trucks, meet firefighters, play games and learn valuable safety information. | | |
October 19
Chalk in the Park
11 a.m.
Library Park
| Artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to bring this year’s theme Play on Words and Pictures with Chalk to life. | | |
October 21
Commission Meeting
7 p.m.
Fire Station No. 81
| City Commission Meetings are held in person with virtual options for viewing and participation. View online and on our Weston Government Access TV Channel. | | | | | |
