Issue - Davie, FL

Advisory Boards, Committees & Other MeetingsThe Town has a number of advisory boards and committees that provide recommendations to the Town Council regarding special program areas. To be appointed to a board or committee, you must be a registered voter, a Town resident, or a Town business owner. If you are interested in volunteering your time by serving on any of the Town boards or committees, please contact Evelyn Roig, CMC, Acting Town Clerk, Town of Davie, 6591 Orange Drive, Davie, FL 33314. Phone: 954-797-1026, Fax: 954-797-1087, or E-mail: [email protected]. To see the schedule of other Town meetings, such as advisory boards, etc., visit our website at www.davie-fl.gov. Town Council Meetings are held at Davie Town Hall in the Council Chambers located at 6591 Orange Drive. All meetings are subject to change. Please check our website for the most up-to-date information, www.davie-fl.gov.

• Agricultural and Environmental Committee• Budget Advisory Committee• Community Redevelopment Agency• Fire Pension Board• General Employees & Management Pension

Board• Open Space and Recreation Committee • Planning and Zoning Board

• Police Pension Board• Senior Citizen Advisory Committee• Site Plan Committee• United Ranches Preservation Committee• Unsafe Structures Committee • Youth Education and Safety Advisory

Committee

3 Mayor and Town Council

5 News from Boards, Committees & Departments

6 Orange Blossom Festival

8 2014 Bulk Trash Collection Schedule

10 Fire and Police

12 Out & About in the Town of Davie

14 Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts

19 Upcoming Events

21 Old Davie School

22 Scenes from Veterans Day, PAL/Police Memorial Davie Road Race, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

THE DAVIE UPDATEThe Davie Update is the official publication of the Town of Davie. The magazine is published three times per year and is mailed to residents within the Town under the direction of the Administration Department. The Davie Update also can be viewed on the web at www.davie-fl.gov.

The Town of Davie strives to be the preeminent community in South Florida to live, work, learn, and play while treasuring our preserved natural settings.

In this IssueVol. 11 Issue 1Spring 2014

On the Cover: Happy clowns from last year’s OrangeBlossom Festival. See pages 6 & 7 for 2014 Orange Blossom events.

Town CouncilMayor Judy PaulDistrict 1 Vice Mayor Bryan Caletka District 2 Councilmember Caryl HattanDistrict 3 Councilmember Susan StarkeyDistrict 4 Councilmember Marlon Luis

AdministrationTown Administrator Richard J. LemackAssistant Town Administrator Macciano K. LewisDevelopment Administrator Phillip R. Holste

EditorAnita [email protected]

Current Boards, Committees & Agencies

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Upcoming Town Council Meetings

As I write my third State of the Town article, I am proud to state that Davie is stronger than ever and will remain strong because our entire community works together. We are seeing our financial picture improve because of solid decisions and because of our core focus of COMMUNITY FIRST! These efforts ensure that Davie is the best municipality in Broward to live, work, learn, and play.

The Town of Davie has been very busy with the bond rating agencies. The Town either has issued bonds or refinanced bonds on six different occasions since 2010. The bond refinancing will save taxpayers over $270,000 per year going forward. During its compliance reviews, the Town has consistently maintained bond ratings in the A category. For the second consecutive year, the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) presented a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to the Town for its annual budget. In order to receive this prestigious award, the Town must publish a budget document that meets program criteria as a policy document, as an operations guide, as a financial plan, and as a communications device.

Davie Fire Rescue continues to provide superb customer service and patient care to our residents and visitors. The Fire Rescue Department is in the second year of a five-year collaborative contract with Southwest

Ranches. The many synergies of our communities make this collaboration a perfect fit for both towns as it relates to emergency services. On February 1, 2014, the Police Department expanded this collaboration by providing law enforcement services to Southwest Ranches. It is believed that this is the first time in Florida that one municipality has provided law enforcement services for another. This was accomplished through a shared resources approach, which ensures the law enforcement needs of both communities are met without compromising the high standards already in place.

The Utilities Department completed its $120 million water and wastewater plant in November 2013. This plant is one of the most scientifically advanced water and wastewater facilities in the nation. This facility gives the Town’s utility customers high-quality drinking water and allows the Town to move forward with future development and redevelopment for the next 20 to 30 years. The Town, in partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Broward County, is in the final stages of the construction of a 3,000-square-foot multipurpose area and an 8,000-square-foot gymnasium to the existing Rick and Rita Case Boys & Girls Club. The Town invested $964,000 in federal grant funds toward facility design and construction.

The Town continues its march toward 100,000 residents and a diversified tax base. Through this balanced growth, we will be able to continue providing superior services to you. In 2013, over 700 residential units were constructed Townwide. The bulk of these units were apartment projects (Signature at Davie and Elan at College Crossings) along the Davie Road corridor. The residential boom is continuing as a mixture of single-family, townhomes, multifamily, and student housing projects were approved over the past year. Cumulatively, the Town anticipates over 1,000 residential units to be started or completed in 2014.

We are continuing to see an influx of new commercial and industrial projects. The Rick Case Volkswagen dealership opened in November 2013 to much fanfare. Standing eight stories high and over 328,000 square feet of space, this site is the largest Volkswagen dealership in the world. In addition, Restaurant Depot opened its new and expanded location on Davie Road, and IDI completed its first industrial building of a project that will eventually exceed 700,000 industrial square feet, also on Davie Road. Actavis is expanding its facilities by 30,000 square feet, resulting in the addition of 220 high-wage jobs and a total investment of $40 million. The Tower Shops recently completed façade renovations and will be adding 55,000 square feet of new retail space. The Town and Country Shopping Center, at the southwest corner of State Road 84 and University Drive, will be home to two new tenants, Whole Foods and Hobby Lobby.

We rely on our strong volunteer spirit, as we have over 500 volunteers who provided 71,684 volunteers hours, which is equivalent to approximately $1.6 million in savings to the Town. Town volunteers provided, among other services, staff support and coaches for the various sports programs and are instrumental on our various boards, such as Planning and Zoning. The Town’s Community Endowment Program provided approximately $210,000 to not-for-profit agencies last year. The Town also supported the fight against arthritis by raising over $60,771 with the Arthritis Walk. The Town recently hosted the Davie Road Race 5K/10K with over 390 participants and over $25,000 was raised. These funds will help to continue the education and youth programs implemented by the Davie Police Athletic League and will be used to provide support to the families of fallen police officers through the Davie Police Memorial Foundation.

I look forward to seeing everyone at the 77th Annual Orange Blossom Festival. For more information, please turn to pages 6 and 7. Please note the Orange Blossom Parade will be held on Saturday, February 22, at 10 a.m. This year’s theme is “Davie Honors the Armed Forces and Acknowledges Davie Road as a Purple Heart Trail.” I appreciate the sacrifices that our veterans have made in defending our freedom, and this parade is another step in acknowledging their courage and showing them the honor and the support that they have earned.

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Mayor Judy Pau l ’ s Sta t e o f t h e Town Mes sage

T h o u g h t s a n d C o m m e n t s f r o m t h e T o w n C o u n c i l . . .Recently, I had the honor of graduating from the Leaders of Excellence Program, hosted by the Good Government Initiative (GGI). The Leaders of Excellence Program is GGI’s cornerstone effort to provide elected officials with educational opportunities that they can then apply toward their public service. The GGI offers programs for elected officials, candidates, and interested citizens all year. The initiative is independently

incorporated with its own board and advisors and is housed and supported by the University Of Miami, The Miami Foundation, and valued donors and volunteers. I was honored to be chosen as 1 of 16 elected officials from 15 jurisdictions in 3 counties plus two Florida State Representatives to participate in this program.This year’s curriculum included great topics, such as principled leadership and service, ethics, growth, and planning issues, diversity and inclusion, budgets and finance, community involvement, redevelopment strategies, and more. Presenters included a bipartisan array of dignitaries from all levels of government, subject matter experts, and plenty of firsthand accounts from former elected officials who learned from their successes and mistakes. All topics focused on fostering responsible leadership. I was happy to participate in this program which featured case studies, tours, instruction, and lots of lively discussion.Annually, the Town of Davie holds a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration. I had the pleasure of attending this year’s event at Potters Park and want to provide some highlights. The event was included an inspirational speech from Dr. Dolores Smiley of Nova Southeastern University that highlighted Dr. King’s contributions to our society. Several elementary, middle, and high school students were recognized for winning the poetry contest and read their works to the crowd. This celebration is one of the many events that the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Art Department holds, and I look forward to seeing you at the next one.

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is adding Express Lanes along I-75, extending 15 miles from N.W. 170th Street, in Miami-Dade County to I-595 in Broward County. The work will be completed in phases to minimize impacts to the public. Work is scheduled to be completed by early 2018.

FDOT is scheduled to begin the first of four segments, Segment E, in early 2014. The Segment

E project limits extend from north of Griffin Road to I-595. Segment E is scheduled to be completed by late 2016.

Throughout Segment E, construction activities will include constructing Express Lanes in the existing median, constructing entrance and exit access points to the Express Lanes at various locations, and constructing a direct connect bridge to the 595 Express Lanes. Additional work includes installing sound barrier walls, adding a new drainage system with ponds, installing Intelligent Transportation (ITS) and Toll Systems, and installing new signage, lighting and landscaping.

The Davie communities within Segment E receiving sound barrier walls include Highland Ranch Estates Vista Filare, Royal Palm Poinciana Parc, and Forest Oak. Sound barrier walls will also be installed within the next segment to the south, Segment D. The Segment D project limits extend from south of Sheridan Street to north of Griffin Road. Communities that will benefit from the installation of sound barrier walls within Segment D include The Crossbow, Falcon’s Lea, Waverly Hundred, Hawkes Bluff, Waterford, and Regency. The Segment D project is scheduled to start in May 2014. The installation of the sound barrier walls are scheduled to be constructed as part of the initial phase of construction for each segment. Travel lanes along I-75 will be minimally impacted during construction. Project information will be posted on the Project website at www.75-express.com.

January was Human Trafficking Awareness Month. The American Association of University Women (AAUW), Weston Branch, held a public discussion to spotlight the fight against human trafficking and I was asked to sit on the panel. The focus was on how to educate and create public awareness. The only way to stop this crime is to identify it and to report it. Florida is an international gateway, but, unfortunately, it also

has one of the highest incidences of human trafficking in the United States. For information on what to do and how to identify this crime, please contact the Broward Human Trafficking Coalition at 954-594-3439 or email [email protected].

On a more positive note, the Town is progressing with the expenditure of the District 3 Open Space Bond funds. We have projects in design that will begin in the near future. In the meantime, I am seeking your assistance to identify projects for the remaining funds. If you are a District 3 resident and would like to suggest a project, please contact me.

Later this spring, we will be holding the 2014 Community Forums, offering residents the opportunity to learn more about the Town’s financial state, ongoing projects, and to provide community feedback. These forums will be held in each council district. Please look out for these meeting notices, and I look forward to hearing your ideas on how we can continue making Davie the best place to live, work, learn, and play.

I hope that you had a good start to 2014, and I wish everyone all the best. Good luck with keeping your New Year’s resolutions. I hope that you are doing better than I am with them! However, I will try to live simply, speak kindly, love generously, and leave the rest to God.

Councilmember Caryl Hattan—District 2954-797-1030 [email protected]

Councilmember Marlon Luis—District 4954-797-1030 [email protected]

Councilmember Susan Starkey—District 3954-797-1030 [email protected]

Happy New Year to you all. I had a wonderful Christmas filled with family, and I hope that you did too. As we start the new year, I have some positive news to start us out. First, as many residents may have noticed, our new water treatment plant is online and pumping potable water to our homes in the Davie service area of utilities. The water is clearer, and there is even more water pressure. Second, as your

member of the MPO, I helped to bring $9.9 million worth of street improvements to the Town of Davie. Over the next year, I will work hard to bring even more appropriations to our Town.I also was lucky to be able to assist my neighbors in Valencia Village. The Florida Department of Transportation was attempting to wrong our residents. Town Administrator Richard Lemack, Assistant Town Administrator Macciano Lewis, Mayor Judy Paul, and I were able to bring this issue to a positive resolve. On other fronts, I am still working on issues for my residents in Everglades Mobile Home Park and Park City whom I consider to be family. Sometimes with the Florida Department of Transportation, it is a war of attrition.On a sad / happy note, I recently learned that David and Marcia Getz are retiring from Western High School this year. Both of these science teachers are two of the best people I have ever met. They bring wisdom and compassion to the field of teaching and have provided over 30 years (I capped it at 30!) of education to our Davie youth. If there was ever a poster for the perfect American family, it would be the Getz family. I wish you the best, and I am very happy for you.As always, thank you for the privilege of serving on the Davie Town Council. As long as the hours are, I do enjoy the opportunities to make a difference for my Town. If you ever need my assistance, do not hesitate to call at 954-797-1030.

Vice Mayor Bryan Caletka—District 1954-797-1030 [email protected]

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Town of Davie DirectoryAdministration ..............................954-797-1030Attorney .......................................954-797-1034Budget & Finance ...........................954-797-1050Building .......................................954-797-1111Davie Bus Information ...................954-262-8871Business Tax Receipt ......................954-797-1178Code Compliance ..........................954-693-8237Com. Redevelopment Agency ..........954-797-2093Councilmembers ...........................954-797-1030Economic Development ..................954-797-1041Engineering ..................................954-797-1113Fire Rescue (nonemergency) ............954-797-1213Geographic Info Systems ................954-797-2065Housing & Community Dev. ............954-797-1199Human Resources ..........................954-797-1100 Landscaping .................................954-797-1038Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts ....954-797-1145Planning & Zoning .........................954-797-1103Police (nonemergency) ....................954-693-8200Public Information ........................954-797-1102Public Works .................................954-797-1240Purchasing ....................................954-797-1016Special Events ...............................954-797-1153Technology & Information Mgmt .....954-797-1107Town Clerk ...................................954-797-1023 Trash, Recycling, & Bulk Pickup .....954-797-1045 Utilities ........................................954-327-3742Utilities Customer Service ..............954-797-1065

The Public Works Landscape Division The Public Works Department Landscape Division recently formed a partnership with Whispering Pines School, where the school provides students to work at the Town’s tree nursery in exchange for teaching the students employment skills. Since October, the students have been coming to the nursery four days a week to pull weeds, clean up the nursery, and to begin propagating and planting new trees and shrubs. The students are receiving training in plant identification, tree planting, growing cuttings, and other horticultural practices. A second group of students began volunteering in January and are providing a range of services both at the nursery and at Pine Island Park.

Urban Forester Tim Lee and Public Works Director Mark Collins have been working with Jeanette Wagner, Community Liaison for the Whispering Pines School; Linda Gamba, Job Coach at the school; and several hard-working students.

In the photo below, Whispering Pines student Michael is being taught how to properly plant a tree by Angel Garcia, the owner of Angel’s Landscaping. Angel’s Landscaping is one of our contractors that is currently planting trees at Bamford Park.

News from Boards, Committees & Departments

Attention Davie Residents and Businesses!

Sign up for Town of Davie Alerts at www.davie-fl.gov

Hurricanes, Boil Water Orders, Evacuations. How will you find out about Townwide emergencies and disasters? Your safety is our top concern. Early warning helps save lives and property. That’s why the Town of Davie wants to make sure you know about emergencies and disasters as they happen.

The Town of Davie will use the Everbridge SmartGIS System to let you know about issues that may affect your safety. The Everbridge system will allow the Town of Davie to contact thousands of residents in seconds so that you find out about an emergency right away.

Receive important messages from the Town of Davie on your phone, email, and more.The Everbridge SmartGIS System can deliver messages to you any way you want—on your home phone, cell phone, email, and more. This way, we can reach you in any emergency. We may also use the system in non-emergency situations to let you know about important Town-related events, such as meetings and parade closures.

How does it work?The process begins when the Town issues a message about a potential safety hazard or concern. Messages will be sent to all standard voice and text communication devices, including listed landline phones, cell phones, email, and more. If you don’t confirm receipt of the message, the system will try to reach your second contact number or email. The system will continue trying to contact you until it receives a confirmation from you.

Your help is critical.The success of this service relies on YOU. Having your latest contact information is the only way to ensure that we can contact you in an emergency. Please register your contact information as soon as possible. Registering is easy and only takes a few minutes. Just go to www.davie-fl.gov, and click on the Davie Alerts Button on the front page.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation and participation in this important program. For questions, please contact Public Relations Coordinator Anita Reid at [email protected], or call 954-797-1102.

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Orange Blossom Festival James B. Pirtle Memorial Golf ClassicFriday, February 21, 2014The Town of Davie’s 77th Annual Orange Blossom Festival will feature a golf tournament hosted by the Davie Golf and Country Club. The James B. Pirtle Memorial Golf Classic will be held on Friday, February 21, 2014, to kick off the festival weekend.The format of the James B. Pirtle Memorial Golf Classic will be a four-man best ball scramble with a 1:00 p.m. shotgun start. Competition is open to players of all skill levels and handicaps. The tournament will award team prizes and trophies and will feature course contests.Complete tournament information and entry forms are available online or can be picked up at the Davie Golf and Country Club, 8201 Nova Drive, Davie, FL 33324, and at the Davie Pine Island Park Multipurpose Center, 3801 S. Pine Island Road, Davie, FL 33328. Contact the Davie Golf and Country Club for more information at 954-797-4653 or at www.daviegolf.net.

Orange Blossom Parade

Saturday February 22, 2014

10 a.m.Davie Road between Orange Drive and

S.W. 39th StreetThis year’s Theme

“Davie Honors the Armed Forces and Acknowledges Davie Road as

a Purple Heart Trail”


Orange Blossom Festival

Saturday & SundayFebruary 22 & 23, 2014

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Orange Drive from Davie Road, west to S.W. 66th Terrace

Free activities for both days include an arts & crafts show, fine arts show, Western town, musical entertainment, Native American display, animal farm, Western carriage display,

commerce corner, information displays and green product displays. Free concert on Saturday and Sunday! A free kids’ corner that includes a bounce house, giant slide, and climbing wall. Admission to the festival is free. Don’t miss the Strawberry Festival on both days held at the

Davie Woman’s Club located on the festival grounds. Fresh strawberries and homemade shortcake will be served as well as other strawberry creations.

Ever wonder how the pioneers lived in the olden days before all the modern conveniences of today? Come see for yourself as the pioneers reenact life as it was in earlier times

in our Pioneer Village area. Reenactments will be from 12-2 p.m. each day at the Old Davie School Historical Museum. Guided tours will be at 12, 1 & 2 p.m.

each day at no charge. For more information, please contact Matthew Mlodzinski, Senior Operations Manager, at 954-797-1163.

Orange Blossom

Rodeo4271 Davie Road

See an authentic heritage rodeo at its finest in the covered Davie Arena. Be amazed as real cowboys from around the world compete for championship titles. The Davie Pro Rodeo was voted as the best rodeo east of the Mississippi and has won numerous awards. Come watch cowboys and cowgals challenge 2,000-pound bulls, ride bareback, wrestle cattle, barrel race, and team rope. The kids will love it! The Davie Pro Rodeo will be held on Saturday, February 22, at 7:30 p.m., and on Sunday, February 23, at 2 p.m. Gates open one hour before each rodeo to purchase tickets and so that you can come in and enjoy the food and visit the vendors before the rodeo begins. Advance tickets are $18 (adult) and $8 (ages 3-12). Tickets at the door are $20 (adult) and $10 (ages 3-13). Advance and group-rate

tickets are available at the Special Events Office located at Davie Town Hall, Grifs Western,

and Ticketmaster.

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2014 Bulk Trash Collection Schedule The Town of Davie and Waste Management have created new and improved maps and schedules for single-family (curbside) bulk trash collection.

Please note that the date of your collection depends on whether you live in a designated green or gold area, according to the new bulk maps (on this page and on page 9)

Previously, bulk trash was collected during a one-week period, but now each area will have a designated week.

Please note that single-family bulk collection is still one day per month. For example, if your collection day has been on one Monday per month, it will continue to be on one Monday per month.

In addition to this notice, Waste Management mailed a brochure to single-family residences.

Also included in the 2014 Bulk Trash Collection Map and Schedule is the special district schedule (located on the green map) and the Condo/Multifamily schedule (located on both maps).

For questions or concerns, please contact Waste Management at 954-974-7500, or contact Gay Moo Young, Town of Davie, at 954-797-1045.

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PromotionsThe Davie Fire Rescue Department is fortunate and proud to have been able to hire two new firefighters and to promote several personnel to the ranks of Driver Engineer and Lieutenant. Congratulations to our newest firefighters, Driver Engineers, and Lieutenants for their hard work and perseverance.

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Fire Prevention Poster and Essay ContestCongratulations to all the students who participated and won awards in the Fire Prevention 17th Annual Poster and Essay Contest. The theme this year was “Prevent Kitchen Fires.” The awards ceremony was held on October 10, 2013, at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center. Students from kindergarten through third grade participated in the poster contest, and students in fourth and fifth grade participated in the essay contest. The photos shown here are the first-place winners from each school for each grade category.

In the photo below: (l to r) Fire Chief Joseph Montopoli, Town Administrator Richard J. Lemack, Mayor Judy Paul, Firefighters Michael Ann Gunsten and Anatoly “Tony” Osnovsky, Councilmembers Susan Starkey and Caryl Hattan, and Deputy Chief Michael Malvasio.

In the photo below: (l to r) Fire Chief Joseph Montopoli, Lieutenant Michael Alfano, Driver Engineer Kenneth Cox, Lieutenants Matthew Freeman, Eric Rynning, Heath Meyer, Autumn Boudreau, Brent Bourgeois and Rodolfo Capote, Firefighter Michael Ann Gunsten, and Deputy Chief Michael Malvasio. Not pictured: Driver Engineers Douglas Schumacher, Colin Vairy, and Brian Walker and Lieutenant. Mark Vezina.

P o l i c e D e p a r t m e n tCivilian Police Academy The Davie Police Department will host its 40th Civilian Police Academy on February 18, 2014. The Civilian Police Academy (CPA) is an informative learning process that provides an opportunity for citizens to receive 11 weeks of both classroom and field instruction about the various responsibilities facing our officers. CPA attendees are also made aware of the procedures and techniques used by officers when handling different situations.

Class attendees receive information and instruction on topics such as use of force, defensive tactics, narcotics enforcement, special operations, criminal investigations, crime lab, evidence-gathering techniques, and much more. The CPA also incorporates scenario-based demonstrations from the Special Response Team, Dive Team, K-9 Unit, and Traffic Unit. All of this is enhanced by an opportunity to ride along with a Patrol Services Officer out in the field.

Class size is limited to no more than 25 attendees, and the class fills up quickly. Classes begin on Tuesday, February 18, and end Tuesday, April 29, 2014. Class hours are from 7 to 10 p.m. (Tuesdays only). All classes will be held at the Davie Police Department located at 1230 South Nob Hill Road. The class is open to anyone who lives or works in Davie and Southwest Ranches. There will be a $25 fee for attending this class. Refreshments will be provided.

For registration and additional information, contact Patti Dobson at 954-693-8265 or via email, [email protected].

The Davie Police Department started a Facebook page in July 2013. The page can be located at www.facebook.com/daviepolice.

The Facebook page has been well-received by Davie residents and employees. It allows for daily updates and keeps readers informed on any current police developments. Everything from employee promotions to traffic alerts and news coverage of police activities can be found on both the Facebook page and the Police Department Twitter account (Twitter.com/daviepolice). Stop by to make suggestions.

Within the next few months, we will doing press releases, as well as educational crime prevention videos directly from our Facebook and Twitter accounts. This will be an asset for Davie residents and will further ensure quick- and-efficient communication with our citizens.

October 2013

November 2013

PromotionsThe Davie Police Department is pleased to announce the recent promotions of several deserving men and woman to the ranks of Sergeant, and Lieutenant, and the Assistant Chief. Congratulations to everyone.

Sergeant Ed Cuneo Sergeant Patty RavineSergeant Yensey Thomas

Lieutenant Tim Fitzgerald Lieutenant Rod Bradley

Assistant Police Chief Jim Moyer (left) and Police Chief Patrick Lynn

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Congratulations to the October and November Students of the Month!


Out & About in the Town of Davie

right: The Davie Police Department hosted a charity softball tournament to benefit The Hope (Helping Our Officers Everywhere) Fund, which provides financial support to police officers and their families when in need. A check for $8,000 was issued to The Hope Fund.

above: Heroes Entering Life’s Opportunities (HELO) Foundation President Kelsey De Santis and Nova Southeastern University (NSU) President Dr. George Hanbury accept a proclamation along with NSU students in the program. The HELO mission is to assist U.S. Military Veterans in their transition to civilian life by partnering with colleges and universities around the country to establish Veteran Resource Centers that will help provide veterans with scholarship opportunities, services, and the necessary resources to ensure the success of their transition.

above: Public Works Director Mark Collins (right) accepts the Public Works Leadership Fellowship Designation from the American Public Works Association. South Florida Branch Chairperson Sam May presented the award.

During Government Days, students from Davie Christian Academy Afterschool Program visit Mayor Paul during a tour of Town Hall.

above: CRA Administrator Will Allen was recognized and thanked for his many years of service after announcing his retirement recently.

above: Mayor Paul joined members of the Fort Lauderdale Strikers and several participants who attended the Strikers Youth Soccer Clinic in November. The Town of Davie hosted the event at Bamford Sports Complex at Pine Island Park. Photo credit: Athletes in Focus

above: Rita and Rick Case started the “Bikes for Kids” program in 1982 in conjunction with the local Boys and Girls Clubs and other local charities in an effort to distribute new and preowned bicycles during the holiday season to those children whose holiday may be less than bright. Over 100,000 bicycles have been distributed to joyful new owners. The Town Council proclaimed this past December 4, 2013 as “Rick Case Bikes for Kids Day.”

Out & About in the Town of Davie

above l to r: Utilities Director Don Bayler, Councilmember Susan Starkey, Mayor Judy Paul, Councilmember Caryl Hattan, Councilmember Marlon Luis, South Florida Water Management District Governing Boardmember Glenn J. Waldman, and AECOM Vice President Mark Blanchard cut the ribbon at the Town’s Grand Opening of its new Water Treatment & Water Reclamation Facility.

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above: The Town’s Employee Recognition Program SPIRIT Award winner was Administrative Aide Laurie Serur (fourth from left). She was recognized at a recent Town Council Meeting and was joined by her family.

left: Guest Speaker Dr. Delores Smiley, Executive Director of Diversity and Cultural Affairs at Nova Southeastern University, delivered an inspirational speech at the Town’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration held at Potter Park. Mayor Judy Paul, Councilmember Susan Starkey, and Councilmember Caryl Hattan were in attendance, along with PAL President Todd Evans, PAL Director Officer Tim Albury, and PAL Board Secretary Donna Evans.

Davie Parks, Recreation, and Cultural ArtsThe Pine Island Multipurpose Facility and Bamford Sports Complex are located at 3801 South Pine Island Road, Davie, FL 33328.

Youth SportsThe Town of Davie offers a wide variety of sports for boys and girls ages 3–15 throughout the year. Our weekday activities begin no earlier than 6 p.m., and the participants play on Saturday mornings and afternoons. For additional information on any of these programs, please contact our Youth Sports Division at 954-327-3928 or 3929, or go to the Davie website at www.davie-fl.gov. You can email our Sports Division at [email protected] or at [email protected].

Coaches’ Background ScreeningsAll persons interested in volunteering in the Town of Davie sports programs must follow the following process to be considered. This includes coaches and assistant coaches.1. Please contact Mary Ann Salser at 954-797-1146 or Hilda Testa at 954-797-1150 to set up an appointment. A volunteer application and a copy of your driver’s license will be required. 2. Live Scan fingerprinting must be completed prior to the start of the season if you wish to volunteer. If you have any questions, please contact the Sports Department at 954-327-3928. Only properly screened volunteer applicants will be considered for coaching positions.

Youth SportsSpring 5 on 5 Soccer ProgramGames and registration will be held at Bamford Sports Complex. Registration continues until February 27, 2014. Davie resident fee is $85. Nonresident fee is $115.

Youth BasketballGames and registration will be held at Bamford Sports Complex. Registration begins on March 10, 2014, and continues until May 11, 2014. Davie resident fee for children under 9 years old is $100. Davie resident fee for ages over 10 is $125.

Register for Sports AlertsSign up to receive “sports alerts.” Go to the Town of Davie website at www.davie-fl.gov, and click on Subscribe to News. Next click on NEW! Click here to sign up for Sports Alerts via email! We are using the sports alerts to announce field conditions, canceled games and practices, and new sports registration dates.


Registration forms can be downloaded from the Davie website at www.davie-fl.gov. A copy of your child’s birth certificate along with proof of residency are required to

register. Please call 954-327-3928 for more information.

M E E T Y O U R P A R K R A N G E RSaturday, March 1, 2014

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.at the Pine Island Multipurpose

Facility3801 S. Pine Island Road

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AWARENESS NETWORK

Dance, Hip-Hop, Cheer, Pom-Pom & Ballet

South Florida Cloggers Rock Step Studio, home of the South Florida Cloggers, is a premier dance team and is seen at all of our fabulous Town events. This program encourages teamwork, builds character, and nourishes good family values. Classes are held at Robbins Lodge, located at 4005 Hiatus Road, on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. If you are interested in becoming a part of this high-energy dance team, please contact Rebecca Stone Vetter at 954-347-5207.

Five Star Youth of America, home of the Star Spangled MajorettesClasses are designed to move at the speed and skill of each student. The Davie Star Spangled Majorettes participate in the Orange Blossom Parade in February and would love to include you! The class meets every Wednesday from 3:45 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Pine Island Multipurpose Facility. Dance, socialize, and compete! Contact Jackie Tucker at 954-444-5475 to register.

Hip-Hop Ballet, & GymnasticsLet’s move! Come join Ballet/Jazz for children ages 3–5. Hip-Hop and Cheer are offered for ages 6–10. Classes are held at the Pine Island Multipurpose Facility. Students perform at the Orange Blossom Festival coming up in February. It’s great exercise in a fun and exciting way. Classes are held every Saturday from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. for ballet and 10:15 to 11:00 a.m. for hip-hop/cheer. Call Joy Deco to register at 954-971-9917.

Tennis Tennis Lessons by Daryl WalkerTennis instructions for adults and children are held at the Bamford Sports Complex at Davie Pine Island Park. Classes are held Monday through Friday, from 4 to 6 p.m. Classes are also held at Shenandoah Park, located at 14601 S.W. 14th Street (entrance is on Shenandoah Parkway), on Mondays and Fridays, from 4 to 6 p.m. For more information, please contact Daryl Walker, USPTA Certified Tennis Instructor, at 954-370-6763.

Tennis Lessons by Jisari Tennis SchoolFor adults and children, tennis instruction is held at Waterford Park, located at 15090 South Waterford Drive, Monday through Saturday, from 9 a.m. until closing, and at Shenandoah Park, located at 14601 S.W. 14th Street (entrance is on Shenandoah Parkway), on Wednesdays, from 5 to 7 p.m., and on Saturdays, from 9 a.m until

closing. For more information, go to Jtsfun.com, or contact Mauricio Jimenez, USPTA Certified Tennis Instructor, at 954-549-0543.

Martial ArtsJiu-JitsuClass age ranges are 8 years old to adult and are held at the Shenandoah Park, located at 14601 S.W. 14th Street (entrance to park located on Shenandoah Parkway), on Mondays and Thursdays, from 7 to 9 p.m.Train your body to keep you safe. Learn confidence and self-defense.For more information, call Andy O’Boyle at 954-298-7523, or email familyandyfun@andyO’boyle.com.

USA GOJU Karate Learn a combination of several fighting basics to accomplish a well-rounded self-defense, balance, self-esteem, and exercise program. Joe Kelljchian’s karate classes are held at the Multipurpose Facility on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

For more information, please call Cindy Kessler at 954-257-5476.

Classes are also held at Ivanhoe Community Center, located at 6101 S.W. 148th Avenue, Mondays and Thursdays, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., for children 5-11 years of age, and from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. for adults and children over 12. For more information, please call Jim Harmon at 954-882-7151.

Jazzercise

Burn up to 600 calories in one fun and powerfully effective 60-minute total body workout. Every Jazzercise group fitness class combines dance-based cardio with strength training and stretching to sculpt, tone, and strengthen muscles for maximum fat burn.

Choreographed to today’s hottest music, Jazzercise is a fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga, and kickboxing. Start dancing yourself fit, and change the shape of your body today. Meet us at the Multipurpose Facility. For more information, please call 954-389-2624, or email [email protected] Schedule• Everyday, Sunday through Saturday at 9 a.m.• Monday through Friday at 6 p.m. • Monday and Wednesday at 7 p.m.

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PickleballFunny name, great game. Come to try this new sport that is sweeping Broward County. The game is a combination of badminton, ping-pong, and tennis. Outdoor play is available everyday, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Scheduled play is on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4 to 9 p.m., and on Saturdays from 8 to 10 a.m. Leagues and Tournaments are offered throughout the year. To learn more about the game, go to Pickleball on YouTube.

BasketballMVP Basketball Training Skills: Teaching children specialized basketball skills, MVP, Inc., meets at the Waterford and Shenandoah Parks on Mondays and Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m. Please call 305-749-6090 for more information.

Afterschool & Day CareSunshine Afterschool Program Held at the Pine Island Multipurpose Facility in Davie, the Sunshine Child Program is a family-operated not-for-profit child care provider that has been providing superior school-age child care programs in Broward County since 1992.

All programs are licensed and insured and operate under the policies and directives of the Division of Children & Family Services and the Broward County School Board. For more information, please call 954-236-8850.

3800 S.W. 92nd [email protected]

Hours of OperationMondays through Fridays, 5 a.m. to 10 a.m., and 2 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.Sunday, Closed

Swim LessonsThe Town of Davie is offering swimming lessons conducted by Town certified staff. These swim lessons are geared to help swimmers of all ages and abilities to develop their swimming and water safety skills. Lessons are offered for children ages 3 and up.

Lap Swim Lap swim is available daily. Come swim with us, and get a great workout! Early morning swimming is on Mondays through Fridays, from 5 to 10 a.m., 2 to 7:45 p.m., and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. We have dedicated lanes available all day. When necessary, lap lanes must be shared. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Pool PartiesBook your next birthday party or special event at the pool. For more information, please call 954-327-3927.

Lifeguard Certification Training CourseThis 27-hour training course is conducted by an American Red Cross Instructor and is the necessary class needed to become a certified Red Cross Instructor. Successful completion of this course includes certification in Lifeguard/First Aid and CPR/AED. For more information, please call 954-327-3927.

Join the SWIMFAST Swim TeamSWIMFAST is a full-service swim team serving young swimmers ages 6 and up. The SWIMFAST program can fulfill your swimming needs whether you are a new swimmer or an elite swimmer aspiring to high levels of success. The coaching staff, headed by John Leonard, one of the best-known names in the world of swimming, includes 3 ASCA Level 5 (highest level) coaches, 2 Level 4 coaches, and 1 Level 3 coach. To join, contact the coaches, either in person at the pool (on-deck 4-7 p.m. daily, M-F), or call Coach John Leonard at 954-684-3024. Email contact: [email protected].

Pine Island Swimming Center

Davie Water Aerobics The water aerobics program, conducted by Dana, is a high-energy, low-impact class performed in shallow water to music. This total body workout improves muscle strength, flexibility, and endurance, and provides an efficient cardiovascular workout. Our classes are designed to accommodate both the beginner as well as the experienced swimmer. No swimming skills are needed. Call Dana for the class schedule at 954-797-7387.

Davie Stroke DoctorStroke Doctor Swimming provides the best in personalized, hands-on swimming instruction for adults. The lessons will give you the skills to swim with confidence and speed in any body of water. Lessons are for elite athletes to anxious beginners. Please contact Gary at 954-629-7724.

Deep Water Aerobics Similar to water aerobics, except held in deep water with flotation, belt, and with zero impact for a more cardiovascular workout. Call Dana at 954-797-7387 for class schedule.

Davie Scuba Classes conducted by Divers CoveHave you ever wondered what it's like to breathe under water? Want to discover the joy of scuba diving? If you’re interested but aren't quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, Discover Scuba Diving will let you try scuba to see if you like it. While not an actual scuba certification, during the Discover Scuba Diving experience, you will learn how to use scuba equipment in shallow water and get a quick-and-easy introduction to the underwater world. To take Discover Scuba Diving, you must be at least 12 years old. Classes are free. Please call 954-473-1220 to preregister for the next class.

Open Water Diver CourseThe Open Water Diver course consists of three main parts:1. Knowledge development to learn the basic principles of scuba

diving through home study and classroom.2. Confined water dives or pool dives to learn basic scuba skills at

Pine Island Pool.3. Open water dives to review your skills and to explore the “world

below.”Please call 954-473-1220 to register for the next scheduled class.

Davie Synchronized Swimming Team Conducted by All Stars Synchro, this is a year-round competitive synchronized swim team. Programs are offered from beginner to the national level. Contact Coach Yamilet at 305-305-5364.

Junior Lifeguard/On-the-Job Training ProgramThis program is for youths ages 9 to 14 who are interested in learning about lifeguard and water safety instructor jobs. The program will consist of two-week sessions where the participants will learn the job requirements, basic skills, and typical job duties of professional lifeguards and water safety instructors. Additionally, campers will be taught basic work-related skills and duties while they shadow the Town lifeguard staff. Please call 954-327-3927, or email [email protected] for more information.

Inner Tube Water PoloInner tube water polo is a great workout and is fun, all while sitting in the pool. This game is a spinoff of the sport water polo, with participants trying to score goals while sitting in inflatable inner tubes. This allows for novice up to experienced players to enjoy this exciting game without treading water. Drop-in play is every Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. Participation fee is $4 per person. Please call 954-327-3927, or email [email protected] for more information.

Fitness CenterPine Island Fitness Center The Town of Davie Aquatic and Fitness Center, located at 3800 S.W. 92nd Avenue (Pine Island Park), is proud to announce that we have completed the building renovations. This entailed a complete interior renovation of the facility and in addition, new fitness equipment from Cybex and Hoist to expand the current line of fitness equipment. The center is also proud to offer the latest in pre workout drinks and protein drinks from VPX, Pure Protein, and Met-Rx. Stop by, take a tour and ask about becoming a six month or an annual member.

Monday – Friday - 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.Saturday & Sunday - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.For further information, please contact: Town of Davie Fitness Center at 954-327-3926.

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Active Adult & Senior Activities, Events, and Trips 2014Date and Event Time Place

February 14Valentine’s Day Luncheon

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Pine Island Multipurpose Facility

February 18Veterans Breakfast

9:30 to 11:00 a.m.


February 21S.C.A.C. Guest Speaker

10:30 to 11 a.m. Pine Island Multipurpose Facility

March 14St Patrick’s Day Luncheon

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.


March 18Veterans Breakfast


March 21SCAC Guest Speaker


March 22Garage Sale

7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pine Island Multipurpose Facility

April 15Veterans Breakfast


April 18Spring Fling

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.


April 25Pot Luck Lunch

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.


May 9Mother’s Day Lunch

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.


May 16SCAC Guest Speaker


Date and Event TimeFebruary 2Brunch & Movies

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

February 12S.F. Science Ctr. & Aquarium

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

February 24Hollywood Beach Concert

5 to 9:30 p.m.

February 25Mardi Gras Casino

9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

March 1Renaissance Festival

9 a.m. to 4 p.m

March 7Brunch & Movies

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

March 17Hollywood Beach Concert

5 to 9:30 p.m.

March 25Jungle Island

9 to 3 p.m.

March 27Bonnet House Museum

9 to 3 p.m.

April 1Deering Estate Museum

9:30 to 3:30 p.m.

April 4Brunch & Movies

10 to 3 p.m.

April 21Hollywood Beach Concert

5 to 9:30 p.m

April 24Delray Yacht Cruise

12 to 4 p.m.

April 29Flagler Museum

9:30 to 3 p.m.

May 2Brunch & Movies

10 to 3 p.m.

May 6South Beach

9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

May 15 Miami Jewish Museum

9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

May 19Hollywood Beach Concert

5 to 9 p.m.

May 22Festival Flea Market

9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

May 27Miami Seaquarium

9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

All Broward County area trips requiring van transportation will cost $4 per person. Transportation outside the Broward County area will cost $5 per person.

Come join us for Mahjong, Bingo, Bunco, Cards, day trips, monthly guest speakers, and much more.

Contact us at 954-327-3941 for more information on our daily, weekly, and monthly programs offered at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center, located at 3801 South Pine Island Road.

Upcoming Events77th Annual Orange Blossom Parade, Rodeo and Festival, see pages 6 and 7.18th Annual Waterway CleanupDavie Town Hall6591 Orange DriveSaturday, March 22, 20149 a.m. to 1 p.m.Free for groups and students wishing to earn community service hours or to just help keep Davie beautiful.

The Town of Davie and the Central Broward Water Control District welcome you to participate in the 18th Annual Waterway Cleanup. The cleanup is a public awareness campaign to keep our waterways clean. This event will take place along the C-11 canal. Participants will meet at Davie Town Hall. The cleanup will run from 9 a.m to 1 p.m. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. Participants will receive a free T-shirt and water, as well as a ticket to the "Trash Splash," a pool celebration, after the cleanup, at the Pine Island Pool. Community service hours may be earned at this event. For an application, please call 954-797-1166, or visit our website at www.davie-fl.gov.

Family Bike RallyRobbins Open Space Park4005 Hiatus RoadSaturday, March 29, 20149 a.m. Preregistration: $2Day of Event: $3

Mark your calendars for the annual Bike Rally, Saturday, March 29, 2014, a 6-mile family bicycle ride beginning and ending at Robbins Open Space Park. Fun for the whole family. Registration begins at 8 a.m., and the ride begins at 9 a.m. Goodie bags and bike helmets will be included with registration fee. Please, NO training wheels or bike tires under 24 inches.

Spring Egg Hunt and International Multiethnic FestivalRobbins Open Space Park4005 Hiatus Road, DavieSaturday, April 19, 2014Free activities, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Egg Hunt starts at 10 a.m. SHARP!Children hunt in separate age groups:1 to 3 years, 4 to 5 years, and 6 to 8 yearsFree candy will be given to all participants. Prizes will be awarded for Magic Eggs found!Parking is $2 per car.

Free activities include bounce houses, rock climbing wall, petting farm, stage entertainment, hands-on crafts, Davie Police Child Safety Fingerprint Program, Davie Fire Department Safety Smoke House, and more. You can also enjoy a Multiethnic Festival that celebrates Davie’s multitude of culture, lifestyle, and heritage. The festival will feature displays, music, and entertainment from around the world. For a free booth space, call or visit www.davie-fl.gov, and print an application.

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Memorial Day Parade and CeremonyBergeron Rodeo Grounds4271 Davie RoadMonday, May 26, 201410 a.m.Memorial Day gives all patriotic Americans an opportunity to honor the sacrifices that so many devoted men and women made to keep and to protect freedom at home and abroad. Join us on Memorial Day to remember our American heroes. Bring your American flag, wear red, white, and blue, and enjoy the parade, starting at 10 a.m., from S.W. 39th Street down Davie Road to the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds. Ceremony will begin immediately after the parade. Those interested in being in the parade should visit the Scoutmasters Camporee website at www.smcc.us for a FREE parade application.

31st Annual Take-A-Kid Fishin' Rodeo Wolf Lake Park5400 S.W. 76th AvenueSaturday, June 7, 2014Registration begins at 7:30 a.m.Fishing starts at 9 a.m.Age groups are 5 years and under, 6 to 8 years, and 9 to 12 years.The $9 per child fee includes bait, lunch, a goodie bag, and an event cap for the first 250 kids to register. Please bring exact change if you can.Registration takes place the morning of the event. There is no preregistration. Please download an application at www.davie-fl.gov to bring with you the morning of the event.

Prizes include equipment like the pros use (rods, reels, and tackle boxes) and will be awarded in all above-mentioned age groups. All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the event.

The Bergeron Rodeo Grounds of Davie, Florida4271 Davie RoadThe Bergeron Rodeo Grounds of Davie, Florida are available for use to all individuals, organizations, and corporations on a nondiscriminatory basis under the terms and conditions laid out in the Operating Policy Manual and Lease Agreement. Copies of the Operating Policy Manual or Lease Agreement can be made available to you upon written request.

Rental Rates for Single PerformanceCommercial Rentals: $1,800 per 8 hoursNonprofit Organizations: $1,000 per 8 hours Setup Fee: $400Additional fees & deposits may be required.

SchedulingThere is a five-year calendar of events, and tentative event dates gladly will be accepted. Once approved, events will be scheduled and reserved by submitting a nonrefundable $500 deposit.

If you would like to rent the Davie Bergeron Rodeo Grounds for your next event, concert, heritage festival, or equestrian event, contact Senior Operations Manager Matthew Mlodzinski at 954-797-1163, or e-mail [email protected]. Events subject to change.

EventsArena Events: 24-hour Hotline, 954-797-1166, www.davie-fl.govHollywood Dogs each Monday night 7 p.m. 954-989-1267Gold Coast Dogs each Tuesday night 8 p.m. 954-805-1173Jackpot Rodeo each Wednesday night 7 p.m. 954-475-9787

Actors Community Theater of Davie

Upcoming playsThe Dixie Swim Club: By Jessie Jones,

Nicholas Hope & Jamie Wooten2 p.m. showtimes: Feb. 15, 16, 22, & 23, 20148 p.m. showtimes: Feb. 14, 15, 21, & 22, 2014

Marvin’s Room: By Scott McPherson2 p.m. showtimes: May 10, 11, 17, & 18, 20148 p.m. showtimes: May 9, 10, 16, & 17, 2014

For more information, call 954-327-3941


Old Davie School Historical Museum Upcoming EventsOrange Blossom Festival - Saturday & Sunday, February 22 & 23, 2014Ever wonder how the pioneers lived in the olden days before all the modern conveniences of today? Come to see for yourself as the pioneers reenact life as it was in earlier times in our Pioneer Village area. Reenactments will be held from 12-2 p.m. on both days of the festival. The Old Davie School Historical Museum will offer guided tours at 12, 1, & 2 p.m. each day at no charge.

Fused Fashion Show - Friday, April 4, 2014Please join us for our - again - very exclusive, historically sold-out, Fused Fashion Show! This year’s event will be the best ever. Get your tickets early so you don’t miss out! www.OldDavieSchool.org

Everglades Eyes Children’s Art Exhibition Opening - Friday, April 25, 2014Children’s art competition open to all 4th and 5th grade schoolchildren. Visit the Central Broward Water Control District website at www.centralbrowardwcd.org for more information. The deadline for submissions is April 11, 2014.

Generations of Taste - Saturday, April 26, 2014Our very popular event is back this year! Come hungry and get ready to pick your favorites. Want to submit your favorite dish? Contact [email protected] for details.Tickets: $10 each

Tea with Barbie - Saturday, July 19, 2014Come to enjoy a fun and entertaining afternoon for all ages. Tickets will go on sale soon, so be on the lookout as this event sells out each year!

Be a part of History with your Wedding or Special EventThe Old Davie School Historical Museum can host your special event, parties, meetings, and functions. We have two different rooms available. Information on our website: www.OldDavieSchool.org or by phone or email: 954-797-1044, [email protected]

Interested in Sharing your Story?The Old Davie School Historical Museum is working to collect stories from Davie residents - past or present - in order to better understand our history. We are looking to tell the whole story of Davie, and every memory is important! Contact Kim Stansell at 954-797-1044 or [email protected].

About the Old Davie SchoolThe Davie School Foundation was established in 1984 to protect and restore the Davie School to the integrity of its earlier appearance. The Foundation, in conjunction with the Town of Davie, the Broward County School Board, the Soroptimist International of Davie, the Davie Historical Society, and the community at large, has worked tirelessly to preserve this important piece of Broward County’s history. The Old Davie School Historical Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization located at 6650 Griffin Road.

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Scenes from Veterans Day, PAL/Police Memorial Davie Road Race, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Essay ContestTop 5 Finishers in Alphabetical OrderElementary School Gowri AbhinandaMemphis Christopher - 2ndFranklin FerrerSebastian Fraziera - 1stIsabella Kidd

Middle SchoolFabrizio CubedduAshley Linares - 1stJessica NovelloGianna Pagliari - 2ndJulia Sanchez-Ramirez

High SchoolAlexandra GaffeyElan Lewis - 2ndNatalie Maria - 1stMegan SiegalSara Wadley

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H e l p N a m e T h e P a r kThe Town of Davie has just completed the construction of its newest park, located at 3000 S. Flamingo Road. For the short-term, this new park is informally named Devine Park. However, the Town is accepting suggestions from Davie residents for a new and permanent park name.

If you would like to submit a suggestion, please go to the Town of Davie website at www.davie-fl.gov under HOT TOPICS, and click on the link titled NAME THE NEW PARK. There you will be asked to list your recommendation and also to provide a brief reason why you think the name would be appropriate for the new park. Deadline for suggestions is March 31, 2014.

Suggestions will be reviewed at a future Town Council Meeting and at their discretion, the Mayor and Councilmembers will select a name.

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