City of Weston - Newsday Tuesday | 12/08/2020

 

NEWS FROM THE CITY OF WESTON December 8, 2020 Sunday Funday at the Get Fit Challenge Congratulations to Sagemont Lower School for winning this year’s Commission Cup at the Get Fit Challenge, part of the 23rd Annual Rotary Run for Tomorrow event held on Sunday, December 6. All of the families that participated in the Challenge enjoyed a fun, interactive event (which also followed CDC guidelines.) The smiles and giggles that were shared throughout the day were priceless! And everyone learned a little more about staying healthy and fit, too. The top three schools – Sagemont Lower, Imagine Weston and Indian Trace – will receive a $1,000 cash prize, and the remaining participating elementary schools in Weston will receive $500 thanks to The Rotary Club of Weston, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and the many event sponsors.   View Photos » There's Still Time to Run Your Race The 23rd Annual Rotary Run for Tomorrow hosted by the Rotary Club of Weston, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, and the City of Weston, is here! There is still time to complete your race, either 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or Half Marathon Relay. Register today and run your race any time before December 13. All races are virtual so you can run anywhere and cross the finish line at a location of your choice.   Learn More » Register Today!  » Mortgage Assistance Available for Eligible Homeowners affected by COVID-19 Homeowners affected by COVID-19 may apply for up to 10 months’ assistance to pay delinquent mortgage payments, association dues or utility bills. There are requirements for eligibility and the deadline to apply is December 11, 2020 so please act quickly.   Learn More » CARES Act Rental and Business Assistance Programs Extended The application deadline for both Small Business and Rental Assistance Programs has been extended to December 9, 2020 at 11:59 p.m.  Also, home-based businesses are now eligible to apply for Broward County CARES Act small business assistance. These programs are made possible by the Broward County Commission and funded through the federal CARES Act. Funds distributed do not need to be paid back. Don’t miss out and apply today!  Learn More » Where's George? Clue for Week 8 With so many books and Florida authors near, it's no wonder this is George's favorite reading spot in the City. Sometimes he brings a book and lays on the lawn or by the fountain. Other days he likes to follow the history walk and read the plaques detailing the unique archeological history of Weston. See if you can find this bench on your walk!                                                                                                                 Share your photo and use #WhereInWestonIsGeorge. Don't forget to solve the clue at WestonFL.org/Parks/George for all 8 weeks to claim your prize! Solve the Clue Now! » Do You Have Tickets for This Saturday's Wheels N' Reels Movie? If you were lucky enough to have claimed a ticket to our next drive-in movie event on Saturday, December 12, please be sure to mark your calendar and arrive on time. Gates open at 6:15 p.m. Movie starts at 7:30 p.m. Don’t forget to bring your ticket and a matching photo ID, and of course, the snacks!    If you are NOT able to make it to the event please let us know at specialevents@westonfl.org so that we can make your spot available to another moviegoer.  Utility Billing Payment System Transition If you usually pay your water/utility bill online or by phone, that option will be unavailable through December 15 as the City of Sunrise implements a new utility bill payment system. No late fees will be imposed during this time. You may either make your payment via U.S. mail or by dropping your payment (along with your pay stub) off in the drop box behind Sunrise City Hall. You are also welcome to make your payment using the new utility Bill Payment System once it becomes available.    Learn More » Let Weston Works Work For You If you haven’t heard, Weston has a great new App called Weston Works. It is a customer service app that connects your information directly to our city operations, all in the palm of your hand. Report a missed garbage collection, a street light outage or pot hole all on the spot. This is how Weston Works for you. Download the app free in your App store.  Learn More » Food Safety Tips for Healthy Holidays Food is the star of the holiday season. To stay healthy and prevent foodborne illnesses, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided four simple food safety tips to stay healthy this holiday season. Learn More » Serving Up Great Programs at the Weston Tennis Center for All Ages Calling all kids, teens and adult tennis players of ALL skill levels! There a program or match play for you. Competitive players can register for the UTR Match Play Madness event at Weston Tennis Center. Matches will be based on playing level. The next UTR junior program, for 18 year-olds and under, will be held on December 18 from 4:30 until 7 p.m.   Learn More  » Junior UTR Registration Here  » Tax Security Holiday Tips ‘Tis the season of online holiday shopping and a fast approaching tax season just around the corner. It is important to safeguard your financial information year-round, so don’t let your guard down over the holidays. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides a few basic steps to prevent you from becoming a victim of scams or identity theft.   Learn More »

Mira como beben - y pescan - los peces en el río

 7 de diciembre de 2020

por 

Jennifer Leach

Directora, División de Educación del Consumidor y Negocios, FTC

En este 2^º día de Protección del Consumidor, nos concentraremos en las compras en línea. Porque eso es lo que podemos hacer este año, ¿cierto? (De acuerdo, y también lo que hacemos en cualquier otro año).

Si estás gastando una parte del dinero que ganas con tanto esfuerzo haciendo compras en internet, asegúrate de saber adónde va tu dinero. Porque a los estafadores les resulta bastante fácil establecer un sitio web falso que parece auténtico. En los resultados de tu búsqueda en internet puede aparecer un sitio web fraudulento, o los estafadores podrían enviarte un email de tipo phishing que parece enviado por una compañía en la que confías, pero en verdad, te dirigen a un sitio web fraudulento. Estarán felices de apropiarse de tu dinero y dejarte con las manos vacías. Así que:

En lugar de hacer clic en un enlace, por ejemplo desde un email, ingresa el URL de la tienda por tu cuenta para estar seguro de saber hacia dónde te diriges.

Paga únicamente en sitios web cuyo domicilio empiece con https. La ‘s’ significa que tu transacción está codificada… pero los estafadores también saben codificar. Así que no creas que un sitio web es auténtico sólo porque use codificación.

Paga con tarjeta de crédito. Te ofrece más protecciones si algo sale mal.

Consulta más información sobre cómo comprar en línea de manera segura.

En el primer día de protección del consumidor…

 4 de diciembre de 2020

por 

Jim Kreidler

Especialista en Educación del Consumidor, FTC

Bienvenido a los 12 Días de Protección del Consumidor de la FTC, una serie de artículos de regalo para estas fiestas para ayudarte a ahorrar dinero y evitar las estafas.

Cada día cubriremos un tema nuevo — desde las compras en internet y las falsas notificaciones de envío hasta las estafas de trabajos temporarios y organizaciones de caridad falsas. Te ofreceremos información práctica que puedes usar todos los días y compartir con tus familiares, amigos y miembros de tu comunidad para que ellos también puedan protegerse.

Esta temporada de fiestas será muy distinta ya que procuraremos pasar tiempo con nuestros seres queridos (a veces virtualmente) protegiéndonos del COVID-19. Síguenos día a día para que podamos ayudarte a proteger tu dinero y tu información de los estafadores que quieren sacar ventaja de tus gastos y regalos para las fiestas. Y luego comparte los artículos y los gráficos del blog con tus conocidos.

Tus amigos de la FTC te desean felices fiestas. ¡Nos volveremos a encontrar en el segundo día de Protección del Consumidor!

Free Grab and Go Meals for Kids Available at the Library in December

 

Free Grab and Go Meals at the Library December 4 – 29, 2020 Kids 18 and under can enjoy free, nutritious meals provided weekly by Sisters For Abundant Living while supplies last. Seven breakfasts and lunches for the week are available for pick up on a first come, first served basis at 12 participating library locations on select days and times. Adults may pick up the meals without the child being present by providing one of the following for each child receiving meals: Student ID Report card or progress report Student Portal access Birth certificate Insurance card VPK registration Adults can also receive more than one box of meals by providing identification for each child. For a list of participating library locations and distribution days and times, visit www.mdpls.org/grabandgomeals.