martes, 21 de septiembre de 2021

City of Weston

 

NEWS FROM THE CITY OF WESTON
September 21, 2021
Next Regular City Commission Meeting: Monday, September 27, 2021
Recycle Right! SAVVY & Telly Award Winning Video
Do YOU recycle right? Weston’s award-winning video will show you how! The City’s video RECYCLING RIGHT! has just garnered its second award for production value, educational content and creativity. So come on down… Let’s see if you Recycle Right! 
Moonlight Movie in the Park Series Returns!
Cruella | October 9 at 8 p.m.
Mark your calendar as the Moonlight Movie in the Park series returns to Regional Park on Saturday, October 9 at 8 p.m. featuring Disney’s Cruella. Take a trip to 1970s London punk rock revolution where a young grifter transforms herself into the raucous, revenge-bent Cruella de Vil.

Don’t forget to bring lawn chairs or blankets and arrive early to pick your preferred seating area. Coolers are welcome, but no alcohol permitted.
BSO Chillin' with the Cops this Friday
Get to know your hometown deputies this Friday, September 24. Chill with BSO Weston District Crime Prevention Unit at the Weston Regional Park basketball courts. Play some hoops, eat snow cones and stay active while interactive with Weston deputies. Also on hand will be Burnie, the Miami Heat Mascot accompanied by Miami Heat Dancers to mingle and pose for photos with attendees.
Rabies Alert for Portions of Weston
The Florida Department of Health in Broward County (DOH-Broward) issued a rabies alert for a portion of Weston, Florida. This is in response to a fox that tested positive on September 17. Residents and visitors in Broward should be aware that rabies is present in the wild animal population and domestic animals are at risk if not vaccinated, which is why rabies vaccinations are mandatory each year. For information on the alert area and precautions to take, please read the linked news alert.
First Redistricting Meeting This Thursday, September 23
The Census Bureau released data from the 2020 Census, providing the basis for Broward County to complete its required redistricting – the process of drawing boundaries for political districts – to rebalance districts to account for population shifts, thus ensuring equal representation.

On Thursday, September 23, at 7 p.m. join Broward County and Florida International University (FIU) experts at Miramar Town Center City Hall who will host a series of public education meetings on the redistricting process and receive community input. This is the first of six meetings that are taking place throughout Broward County. 
Harvest Drive
Community Food Drive Continues in Weston
Your Harvest Drive donations are making a real difference in the lives of Broward County students. While grocery shopping, grab an extra can or two of canned tuna, chicken, Vienna sausage, soup, beans, Chef Boyardee or even plastic containers of peanut butter and jelly and help end hunger in our community. Drop food items at:
  • Weston City Hall | 17200 Royal Palm Boulevard (at front door under the porte cochere)
  •  Weston Community Center | 20200 Saddle Club Road (inside Regional Park, donation bin in front of the front doors.)
  • Royal Palm Fire Station No. 81 | 17350 Royal Palm Boulevard (front door)
Child on bike
Bike Safety
Bicyclists in Florida aren’t just bicyclists; they’re also drivers! And the bikes they’re operating are vehicles. Bicyclists and car operators alike both need to be aware of the rules of the road. Find out some of those rules on our bicycle and traffic safety page. Be sure to also check out some of the safety tips for pedestrians and motorists.
Book with the words Business Taxes
Weston Businesses:
It's Time to Renew Your Annual Local BTR
Weston businesses must have an active Local Business Tax Receipt (BTR) in order to do business in the City. The Local BTR must be renewed annually by September 30 in order to remain active and avoid penalties. Existing business owners with active email addresses should have received an email from the City of Weston with a direct link to your Local BTR invoice to pay online. If you did not receive an email, click below for general information on the Local BTR process.
Rain on Street
Hurricane Preparedness:
After the Storm
When preparing for the potential impact of a hurricane, residents should be aware of the various ways that the storm could affect the area after the storm has passed. Localized flooding results in dangerous roads, downed power lines create hazardous conditions, power outages lead to spoiled food, and more. Learn how preparing your home and family for the after effects of a hurricane is an important part of your overall storm preparedness plan. 
Doctor giving flu shot to person
Flu Shot Now Available
Flu shots are now available at a retailer, pharmacy or health care provider near you. Seasonal flu shots are designed annually to help fend off the most likely strains of influenza. The flu shots are not mRNA vaccines and they can be taken safely in conjunction with COVID vaccines. Find a flu shot near you today.
A New, Easy Way to Locate Animal Care Services
From Broward County Animal Care and Adoption
Need a veterinarian for your pet? Want to locate the nearest dog park? You can now easily find these services and places through Broward County Animal Care’s new Animal Service Facilities Dashboard. 

The dashboard includes many pet-related businesses and services located in Broward County from animal hospitals to veterinary pharmacies. Users can search by categories of businesses or by a specific name. Once a business name is found, the dashboard’s map pinpoints the exact location of the facility.

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