CITY OF WESTON

 

NEWS FROM THE CITY OF WESTON June 14, 2022 ‌ Next Regular City Commission Meeting: Tuesday, June 21, 2022 Juneteenth Freedom Day | June 19 Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery and the realization of the belief that "all men are created equal." Though many of us may recognize the Emancipation Proclamation (1863) as the symbolic end of slavery, it wasn't until June 19, 1865, that the last slaves were freed in Galveston, Texas. The institution would be officially abolished in December of that year, with the adoption of the 13th Amendment.   At last week’s Commission meeting, the City recognized via proclamation that "Juneteenth has come to symbolize for many African Americans what the Fourth of July means for all Americans - Freedom. It serves as a historical milestone reminding Americans of the triumph of the human spirit over the cruelty of slavery." Juneteenth Holiday Observance All City administrative offices (City Hall, Community Center, Public Works Services Center, and Building Department) will be closed on Monday, June 20, 2022 in observance of Juneteenth Freedom Day, which falls on a Sunday this year.   City parks will follow regular hours of operation. There will be regular garbage and recycling service. City of Sunrise Project in Bonaventure Water Main and Service Line Replacement Residents in the Bonaventure area will soon see construction in your area over the next year. The City of Sunrise is upgrading the utility infrastructure in two areas, which includes replacing aged service lines and undersized water mains to provide improvements to the community.  Learn More » Parks Master Plan in Progress Online Surveys Coming Soon The City of Weston Parks and Recreation Department is developing a Parks and Recreation Master Plan that will guide the department's operations and facility development over the next ten years. The purpose of the Master Plan is to determine the need for improvements to existing parks, facilities, and programs, and to help identify priorities for new facilities, trails, programs, and recreational services. A key part to the process is public input. Share your ideas by attending the public workshops and completing the surveys when available. The first public workshop was held on June 9 at the Community Center. Surveys were also mailed out to a random sampling of Weston addresses. If you received a survey in the mail, be sure to participate by completing it. An online survey will soon be made available to all residents online. Stay tuned to the process by clicking the link below. Read More » There's Still Time to Join the Parade! Deadline to Register is June 20 Weston’s Hometown Celebration Fourth of July Parade will soon march through Town Center. Dance groups, bands, sports groups, and more can be part of the fun by registering as a parade unit. The deadline to submit your application is June 20.  Read More » Download Registration Form » A Helping Hand LGBTQIA+ in South Florida  Online | Thursday, June 23 | 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. This Pride Month, the Broward County Library has teamed up with local leaders to offer a panel discussion of LGBTQIA+ resources available in South Florida. The panel will include representatives from Equality Florida, PFLAG and SunServe discussing the various services available to LGBTQIA+ youth and adults today. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with local leaders and service providers in your community. Be sure to register in advance to secure your spot. Learn More WIC - The Women Infants & Children Program Baby Formula Resources WIC is a nutrition program that provides healthy foods for women who are pregnant, postpartum or breastfeeding, infants, and children up to five. The program provides nutrition education and breastfeeding support – all at no cost for those who qualify(there are income eligibilities). The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services has resources during the formula shortage in various languages that can be helpful to families. Learn More About WIC  » Baby Formula Resources  » A Very Special Celebration for Father's Day and a Life Filled with Love Monday, June 19 | 11a.m. - 5 p.m. On Father’s Day, June 19, bring Dad out for a day of fun at Animal Care’s Dogs and Dad’s Father’s Day event. Start at their Treat Station, then take a walk around to meet their adorable, adoptable pups. With over than 100 dogs to choose from, one of them is sure to steal your heart and become YOUR furr-ever pet!  ALL ADOPTION FEES ARE WAIVED; IT INCLUDES SPAY/NEUTERING, VACCINATIONS, MICROCHIP AND PET-LICENSE TAG. And if that wasn’t enough, on Father’s Day, all adopters will receive a special gift. Hours on Monday, June 19 will be 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Your pet is waiting. Broward County Animal Care is located at 2400 SW 42nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. Learn More » Rainy Season = Mosquito Season Mosquitoes love the summer rain. After a heavy rainfall, be sure to empty out any standing water around your home or yard to avoid mosquito breeding. Draining items like birdbaths, plant pots, and even garbage and recycling carts will help reduce mosquito activity around your home. If mosquitoes are in force, make a request to Broward County Mosquito Control. They will prioritize treatment in the communities with the most requests. Learn More » Fill out a Mosquito Complaint Form » Protect Your Investment Hire a State Licensed Contractor Protect your home improvement or repair investment by hiring a state-licensed contractor. Use with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s Online Service website to verify a licensee’s information by searching with a name, license number, city or county, or license type.  Check Here » Your Library Card is Your Pass to Adventure at Florida State Parks  Your public library card will give you access to explore Florida's State Parks this summer. The Florida Readers Day Pass will give you free admission to Florida’s State Parks. Each library location has an allotted amount of passes for checkout, and certain restrictions apply. The pass is only valid through September 12, 2022.