Week of November 23, 2023 |
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A Thanksgiving Message from the City Commission |
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Thanksgiving Closures
City Hall, the Community Center, and the Pool & Tennis Center will be closed on Thursday, November 23, 2023 in observance of Thanksgiving day.
City Hall and the Community Center will be closed on Friday, November 24, 2023 in observance of Thanksgiving weekend.
The Pool & Tennis Center will be open on Friday, November 24, 2022 from
8:00 am – 4:00 pm and the pool will be open from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm.
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Holiday Safety Tips from the Sheriff's Office |
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Typically, in this season, marked by heightened shopping activities, there is a rise in opportunistic crimes such as package thefts, bank jugging, thefts in retail establishments, and burglaries targeting bags or items taken from vehicles in parking lots. Valuable crime prevention tips are integrated into the Broward Sheriff's Office Holiday Operational Plan, and a selection of these is shared below. |
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Bank Jugging is a type of crime where criminals follow individuals after leaving a bank and break into their cars or physically rob them of their withdrawal. This type of crime usually happens when the victim's cash is visible as they leave a financial institution or ATM.
For some tips to help prevent bank jugging, click here. |
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Auto Burglary Prevention Tips |
Every night before you go to bed, do a security check and verify you have done the following:
- Remove key fobs & spare keys from vehicle
- Remove all valuables from vehicle
- Remove firearms out of vehicle
- Lock vehicle doors
- Close and lock garage doors
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Going away for the holidays? Sign up for the free BSO Home Watch Program! With this program, a deputy will check your home regularly while you are away. An exterior check of your home will be conducted to make sure there have been no unlawful entries and that no other obvious problems have occurred outside of your home. Click here to learn more about how to sign up for this free service. |
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Holiday Home Decorating Contest |
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Cooper City's Parks and Recreation Department invites residents to partake in the Holiday Home Decorating Contest. Accepting applications from now until December 6 at the Community Center, 9000 SW 50th Place. |
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Friday, December 1, 2023 at 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Memorial Park located between City Hall and the Community Center
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with us, as we LIGHT UP Memorial Park with holiday cheer! Make incredible memories with family and friends, while seeing a colorful cast of characters and listening to the sounds of the season. We will also have a holiday bazaar and food available for purchase. For more event information, please call 954.434.4300.
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Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Memorial Park
All are invited to join us as we mark the first night of Hanukkah with a Menorah Lighting in Memorial Park. Our Parks and Recreation Department will have activities for children, before and after the lighting ceremony. Light refreshments will also be provided.
For more event information, please call 954.434.4300
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Cookies and Cocoa with Santa |
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Friday, December 8, 2023 at 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Community Center 9000 SW 50th Place
3rd Graders and under
Join the Cooper City Parks and Recreation Department for our very first Cookies and Cocoa with Santa! Enjoy an evening with delicious cookies and cocoa, crafts, light breakfast options, pics with Santa and much more!
Deadline to register is November 30th or until full.
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The City of Cooper City is proud to announce our 2023 Winter Camp. We have planned a variety of recreational activities including field trips, games, arts & crafts and so much more!
Week One: December 26 - 29
Week Two: January 2 - January 5
Please note, there is no camp on December 25 and January 1.
For more event information, please call 954.434.4300
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Tot Classes with Miss Grace |
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Miss Grace’s friendly and warm environment encourages children to explore and discover the world promoting their physical and social growth. Developmentally appropriate learning activities for children are offered through active hands-on learning experiences. Miss Grace combines a variety of classes that include literacy, art, and science where children have the ability to learn skills that can assist in their emotional and physical development.
For more information please call 954.436.7300.
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Mental Health is Important! |
In the United States, mental illness ranks among the highest burdens of all diseases and is a leading cause of disability. In 2020, nearly 1 in 5 adults had a mental health disorder. This issue also affects children and adolescents, with depression, anxiety, and behavioral disorders being prominent concerns. Thankfully, many mental health disorders can be effectively treated, and early diagnosis and treatment are key to reducing their impact on individuals and public health. Access resources to support those dealing with mental illness here: Variety of Resources
International wars and conflict enhance our sense of danger and may cause worry about what will happen in the days and weeks ahead. Please see the link below to learn more about how we can best speak to our youth about war.
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Talking to Children about War
Offers information for caregivers on how to talk to children about war. This fact sheet includes the potential impact and considerations when talking to children about war, how to start the conversation, understanding media coverage, and how to...
Read more
www.nctsn.org
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Last Week's Events in Review |
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BSO Real Time Crime Center Senior Tour |
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Thankful & Giving Luncheon |
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Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW) |
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Visits are scheduled for the 3rd Tuesday of every other month. Appointments for each service date open the month prior (ex. December 1st opens for scheduling of January16th visit, and so on).
Services will be rendered as before, by appointment only. Appointments can be made by calling 954 434-4300 #255. Limited time slots available. Please visit www.flhsmv.com prior to booking for more information and to ensure having all proper documents and payment available for appointment day. |
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On Thanksgiving day, Waste Management will adhere to the regular schedule for the collection of bulk trash, recyclables, and standard garbage pickup. |
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Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off
November 18 | December 16
Bulk Waste Pick-up Schedule
November 20 - 25 | December 18 - 23
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Get Fit. Feel Good. Be Strong.
Year-round Fitness & Recreation 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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Cooper City Active Adults Programs
Cooper City active adults are invited to join a wide variety of activities, classes and programs. Some programs have changed. Click here for a list of programs available. More information, call 954-434-4300, extension 255. Visit the Community Center or Pool and Tennis Center to pick up a calendar of activities, events and more.
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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 14-61, is $139.10.
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Join our friendly Walking Club for weekly strolls at the beautiful Flamingo West Park! Get moving, make new friends, and enjoy a pleasant walk every Monday at 6:00 p.m., weather permitting. Meet us at Flamingo West Park, 6201 S Flamingo Road, and let's step into a healthier, happier lifestyle together! |
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Cooper City Ambassador Leadership Program |
The next Cooper City Ambassador will be eligible to receive $500 to help further their education. Do you know a Cooper City resident who will be entering 9th, 10th, or 11th grade? They could be our next Ambassador! |
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Skip making a phone call and use your mobile phone’s text messaging service to find information on the go. You will begin by texting "hi" at 954-210-5050.
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Passport appointments every 15 minutes at City Hall.
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Register for our mass notification service that allows us to alert you. You opt-in to enter your contact information and subscribe to notifications you care about. The information you provide is used for notifications and will not be used for any other purpose. |
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Have an Emergency Plan for Any Occasion. Be Prepared!
Here are some resources to help you prepare for a disaster and how to stay informed before, during and after a major crisis.
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What If 911 Does Not Answer?
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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How to Contact 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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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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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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BSO Cares Program, 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. Participation is voluntary. To register for Care Program
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Park Instructor/ Trainer Policy
All instructors/ trainers who wish to instruct/ train clients in the City of Cooper City outdoor parks and/or facilities must meet the requirements outlined in the Park Instructor/ Trainer Policy and complete a Park Instructor/ Trainer Permit Application.
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Be Part of "Someplace Special" |
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Next Regular City Commission Meeting
Tuesday: December 12, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.
In-person: City Hall, 9090 SW 50th Place
TV: Comcast/Xfinity: Channel 78
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Upcoming Meetings
Mental Health and Wellness Advisory Board Meeting
Monday: November 27, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
City Hall, 9090 SW 50 Place
City Commission Special Meeting
Tuesday: November 28, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.
City Hall, 9090 SW 50 Place
For more information please call954-434-4300 x 226
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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 one of many advisory boards. |
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Cooper City’s mission is to provide excellent services and facilities to support a high quality of life for our residents to maintain Cooper City’s designation of “Someplace Special.” |
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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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Event information is subject to change.
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