City of Weston eNewsletter | Newsday Tuesday | 02/18/2020

NEWS FROM THE CITY OF WESTON February 18, 2020  ‌  ‌  ‌ Commission Meeting TONIGHT: Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at 7 p.m. Click here for more details » Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Cleveland Clinic Physical Therapy Center at Weston YMCA Thursday, February 20 | 10 a.m. Come experience some of the new “Raise the Bar For Good Health” offerings available through a new partnership forged between the YMCA of South Florida and Cleveland Clinic Florida to build a healthier community by offering rehabilitation services and health and wellness programs to patients and residents in Weston and surrounding areas.  You are invited! The ceremony is Thursday, February 20 at 10 a.m. Please RSVP at rsvp@ymcasouthflorida.org. Read More » Learn to Save a Life at Community CPR Day Ages eight and over are invited to participate in our FREE hands-only two-step CPR training on Saturday, February 22, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Weston Community Center. In one hour, you will learn life-saving instruction on CPR, how to operate an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), perform the Heimlich technique for chocking victims and techniques for bleeding control. Join us! Read More » Moonlight Movie in the Park Spider-Man: Far From Home Join Peter Parker and his classmates on an adventure through Europe at the next Moonlight Movie at Weston Regional Park on Saturday, February 22 at 7:30 p.m. Bring lawn chairs, food and beverages, and enjoy a movie under the stars. The movie is on us! Read More» Responding to Census 2020 Without Your Census ID  Beginning March 12, every household will receive a letter from the U.S. Census Bureau with information on how to complete Census 2020 online (or by phone, or on a printed form if you prefer). But what happens if you do not receive a letter yourself or if the letter is misplaced? Do your part to make sure you are counted in the 2020 Census. Learn More» Are Bicycles Allowed on Sidewalks? In Florida, bicycles are permitted on sidewalks; however, cyclists must yield to pedestrians. Adult cyclists may prefer to utilize the bike lane in the roadway, which is preferred especially for training enthusiasts; however, children are encouraged to ride their bikes on sidewalks, as opposed to using the bike lane. Be sure to know the rules of road (and teach your children bike safety before they are out on their own). The Broward Sheriff’s Office hosts several bike safety programs in the parks and at Weston’s schools to educate children on basic bike and pedestrian safety rules.   Read More » Don't Be Caught Underwater. Flood Insurance is Important Only flood insurance will cover the damage from floods. Because the City of Weston participates in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), flood insurance is available to everyone in Weston. As a result of the City’s Class 6 rating in the NFIP’s Community Rating System, Weston property owners receive up to a 20 percent discount on the cost of flood insurance for NFIP flood insurance policies issued or renewed in Special Flood Hazard Areas on or after May 1, 2014.  Learn More » Connect with Us Do not miss out on all things Weston! We are now on Facebook and Instagram @CityofWestonFL. Don’t just follow us, set your following settings to ‘See First’ so you never miss our posts on city events, projects, programs, services and other announcements.  Follow us on Instagram » Follow us on Facebook » Water Smart Tips for Parents Plan, prepare and prevent. Knowledge is the foundation to help parents and caregivers make smart decisions to protect children from drowning. Drowning prevention is a continuous effort that involves everyone in the community. Keep in mind, learn to swim programs are available at the Weston YMCA and throughout Broward County.  Learn More »