City of Weston

NEWS FROM THE CITY OF WESTON May 12, 2020 Get the Latest Information We continue to monitor and share the latest updates and resources regarding coronavirus in our community. Find the latest information at: -Current guidelines and restrictions at WestonFL.org/NewWay -Information and resources at WestonFL.org/Coronavirus Let's Continue to Shine in White, Weston We thank doctors, nurses, police, firefighters, first responders, media, sales personnel, public works staff, transport staff, grocery clerks, restaurants and more during these uncertain times. We continue to share our support for those working on the front lines. Share your photos and inspirational messages and use our hashtag: #ShineInWhite #Weston. We are Half Way to Our Goal! Mask Donations Accepted at City Hall The residents of Weston are hard at work as a total of 4,090 fabric masks have been donated to Cleveland Clinic Florida. Keep them coming and help us reach our goal of 10,000 masks. Click below to learn more on how you can help. Learn More » It's Not Too Late to Be Counted Complete Your Census Today It is critical to fill out the census to provide necessary funding for the next 10 years. The census self-response rate of the City of Weston is 70.5 %, but we lag behind Parkland and Cooper City. We can do better! Help us ensure that 100% of Weston is counted by filling out the census online, over the phone, or the paper form. Respond to the Census Questionnaire Here » The New Weston Way Physical distancing and facial coverings (some exceptions apply) will be required as part of the New Weston Way. And while some parks are now open for some much-needed fresh air and outdoor activities, Weston’s Safer at Home order is still in effect. It is important that all of our new guidelines are followed in order for us to continue the phased reopening process. Check Out the New Weston Way Guidelines» Now Open: Bonaventure Park Bonaventure Park is finished and is now open for passive use only. Located at 520 Racquet Club Road, Weston's much anticipated newest park offers many amenities that cannot be used yet due to the current Emergency Orders that are in effect. Heading out to the park? Remember that playgrounds, restrooms, water fountains, basketball courts and outdoor exercise equipment are closed at all city parks that are open (Regional, Vista and Tequesta Trace Park remain closed.) Park hours are 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. Learn More » Virtual Karate Lessons Although the Weston Community Center is closed, virtual classes are available. Build confidence and self-esteem by learning Karate. For ages six and older, the youth and adult karate classes will take place on Facebook Live on Monday and Wednesday from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. .  View Karate Information » It's Tic-Tac-Toe Tuesday! Click Here for A Fun Family Activity. » Weston Tennis Center is Now Open The Weston Tennis Center, located at 16451 Racquet Club Road, is open. During the month of May, get back on the court and fine tune your skills with professional staff by taking private lessons. But that’s not all, sign up for the summer membership special between May 1 and June 30 and receive free initiation, a saving of $300. Stay active with the Weston Tennis Center.  Learn More » Weston Tennis Center Improvements As part of planned improvements to our recreational facilities, the Weston Tennis Center will be renovated to include some new racquet sports - pickleball and paddleball, in addition to other enhancements. Read More » Lakes and Canals in Weston The water bodies within Weston are an integral part of the City's stormwater management system. Weston's lakes were built for water retention - they contain stormwater runoff and they are were not built to recreational standards. As such, swimming and boating is prohibited by City Ordinance. The lake edge drop-offs can be steep and the middle of lakes are as deep as 40 feet. Learn More  » Hurricane Season is Here We don't have a choice, hurricane season is coming, ready or not. While we are staying at home, now is the perfect time to make an evacuation plan, take inventory of disaster supplies, check your insurance and strengthen your home.  Learn More »

COVID Tax Tip 2020-55: What people really want to know about Economic Impact Payments

What people really want to know about Economic Impact Payments

IRS.gov has answers to many questions people may have about their Economic Impact Payment. Here are answers to some of the top questions people are asking about these payments. 

Is this payment considered taxable income?

No, the payment is not income and taxpayers will not owe tax on it. The payment will not reduce a taxpayer’s refund or increase the amount they owe when they file their 2020 tax return next year. A payment also will not affect income for purposes of determining eligibility for federal government assistance or benefit programs.

Can people who receive a Form SSA-1099 or RRB-1099 use Get My Payment to check their payment status?

Yes, they will be able to use Get My Payment to check the status of their payment after verifying their identity by answering the required security questions.

If someone’s bank account information has changed since they filed their last tax return, can they update it using Get My Payment?

To help protect against potential fraud, the tool also does not allow people to change direct deposit bank account information already on file with the IRS.

If the IRS issues a direct deposit based on the account information that the taxpayer provided on their tax return and the bank information is now invalid or the account has been closed, the bank will reject the deposit. The agency will then mail payment as soon as possible to the address they have on file. Get My Payment will be updated to reflect the date a payment will be mailed. It will take up to 14 days to receive the payment, standard mailing time.

Créditos tributarios de licencia pagada para pequeñas y medianas empresas relacionados con COVID-19

Los empleadores pequeños y medianos pueden reclamar dos nuevos créditos tributarios reembolsables. El crédito de licencia por enfermedad pagada y el crédito de licencia familiar pagada están diseñados para reembolsar de inmediato y plenamente a los empleadores elegibles el costo de proporcionar licencia relacionada con COVID-19 a sus empleados.

Aquí tenemos algunos puntos claves para saber acerca de estos créditos.

Licencia pagada por enfermedad y familiar

Por razones relacionadas con COVID-19, los empleados reciben hasta 80 horas de licencia por enfermedad pagada cuando están enfermos o cuidando a otra persona que lo esté, y hasta 10 semanas de licencia familiar pagada cuando las escuelas o el lugar de cuidado de sus hijos están cerrados, o los proveedores de cuidado infantil no están disponibles debido a COVID-19.

Cobertura

Los empleadores reciben un reembolso del 100 por ciento por licencias pagadas según la ley.

Los costos del seguro de salud también están incluidos en el crédito.
Los empleadores no están sujetos al pago de impuesto de seguro social sobre la licencia pagada y obtienen un crédito por su parte del impuesto de medicare sobre la licencia pagada.
Los trabajadores por cuenta propia reciben un crédito equivalente.

Fondos rápidos

El reembolso será rápido y fácil.
El crédito proporciona una compensación de impuestos dólar por dólar contra los impuestos de nómina del empleador.
El IRS enviará cualquier reembolso adeudado tan pronto como sea posible.
Para aprovechar inmediatamente los créditos de licencia pagada, las empresas deben usar fondos que de otro modo pagarían al IRS en impuestos sobre la nómina. Si esos montos no son suficientes para cubrir el costo de la licencia pagada, los empleadores pueden solicitar un anticipo de pago de los créditos del IRS presentando el Formulario 7200 (SP), Anticipo de Pago de Créditos del Empleador Debido al COVID-19.
Para obtener más información acerca de estos créditos y otros alivios, visite Alivio tributario por coronavirus en IRS.gov.