NEWS FROM THE CITY OF WESTON May 25, 2021 |
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Next City Commission Meeting: June 7, 2021 |
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Memorial Day Honoring Those Who Gave All On Monday, May 31, let us all pause in remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice to our great nation. Memorial Day is a time to reflect on the loss that our nation has suffered and to honor and give thanks to those who lost their lives while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
With roots as far back as the end of the Civil War, the Memorial Day holiday began as “Decoration Day” on May 30, 1868 – a time to decorate the graves of those that lost their lives in the war; yet, even prior to that date, local observances were held to honor those who died fighting in battles across the North and the South. Memorial Day was declared a national holiday in 1971. |
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Memorial Day City Administrative Offices Closed Monday, May 31 City Administrative offices – City Hall, the Community Center, the Public Works Services Center and the Building Department - will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 31. Garbage and recycling collection will follow regular schedule. City parks are open normal operating hours for your enjoyment. |
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COVID-19 Vaccines for Ages 12 & Over Every Saturday | 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The Florida Department of Health in Broward County (DOH-Broward), is providing the second round of free, voluntary Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations to students, staff and their families ages 12 and up at all public high schools and participating charter high schools in the county. No insurance is required, and no appointment is necessary. They will also provide first doses to students not yet vaccinated and their families, and second doses to those who already received their first dose, 21 days earlier. In Weston, the dates and times are: - Cypress Bay High School – Wednesday, June 2, 1 to 6 p.m.
- Western High School – Thursday, June 3, 1 to 6 p.m.
Students under 18 must bring a signed consent form if a parent is not with them. |
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Weston’s Fourth of July Hometown Celebration & Fireworks Kick off your Independence Day weekend festivities with an evening of family-friendly fun leading up to a spectacular fireworks finale to honor Weston’s 25th Anniversary on Saturday, July 3. The festivities start at 6 p.m. Arrive early to pick your perfect viewing spot. |
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Our Hometown Tradition Returns Weston's Hometown Fourth of July Celebration Parade Sunday, July 4, 2021 | 10:30 a.m. Patriotic pride prevails at Weston’s largest annual community event. Enjoy local businesses, civic groups, schools, bands, organizations and residents all on parade, decked out in red, white and blue. This year’s event will also celebrate our City’s silver anniversary with the parade theme: Weston, Celebrating 25 Years! Pick your favorite seat curbside along the parade route, which winds its way to Main Street in Weston Town Center.
Join the Parade! Applications are Now Available All groups, organizations, businesses and bands are welcome! Be a part of our Fourth of July tradition, and walk or ride with our Grand Marshals in Weston's biggest and most exciting event of the year. Registration is FREE, and the deadline to enter is June 21, 2021. Parade spaces fill up quickly, so register today! Start now… put a group together and fill out the form. Large, small, elaborate or simple - your entry will be special. Everyone loves a parade, so plan on being a part of the celebration. |
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Broward Bookworms Program Free Books for Young Children Great news for parents and kids: As part of Broward Reads: The Campaign for Grade Level Reading, the Early Learning Coalition of Broward County will offer free books to children ages 5 and under to enhance their early reading skills during the summer months. The books are offered in both English and Spanish.
Families will also receive a resource guide that includes tips and strategies for supporting their child’s reading. Families are encouraged to share photos on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram by using the hashtag: #BrowardBooksworms! |
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State Launches Past Due Rent and Utilities Assistance Program The Florida Department of Children and Families is looking to distribute more than $800 million in federal aid to help lower-income renters economically affected by the coronavirus pandemic pay past-due rent and utilities. The Our Florida program focuses on low-income renters whose household incomes meet certain thresholds. Renters who have experienced losses of income, faced financial hardships due to the pandemic, are at risk of losing their residences or can show they live in unhealthy conditions might also be eligible. The program hopes to provide a safety net to keep families stable and in their homes. |
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Florida Disaster Preparedness Tax Free Holiday May 28 through June 6, 2021 The 2021 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday begins this Friday, May 28 and ends on Thursday, June 6. During this sales tax holiday, qualifying items related to disaster preparedness are exempt from sales tax. The sales tax holiday does not apply to the rental or repair of any of the qualifying items. For more information and a list of qualifying items, click below. |
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Bicycle Safety for the Whole Family, Virtually! Learn how to keep your family safe while riding your bikes throughout Weston. The Broward Sheriff’s Office is holding a free virtual “Bicycle Safety for the Whole Family” presentation tomorrow, Wednesday, May 26 at 6:45 p.m. This program will cover how to properly fit a bike helmet and important safety tips. FREE bicycle helmets will be given to participants on a first come, first serve basis for the completion of the class. |
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BSO Fire Safety Education Hyperthermia Awareness Event This event is live and in-person at Weston Town Center on Friday, May 28 from 4 to 7 p.m. by the Bell Tower. BSO Weston Fire Rescue and our Life Safety Educators will provide a visual demonstration to raise awareness about hyperthermia and remind people about the importance of “L.O.V.E. - Leave Our Vehicles Empty.” Leaving pets, or tragically a child, in a vehicle, even for minutes, can have life threatening consequences. |
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Summer Sports Camp At Weston Racquet Club Children ages 6 and over can get into the swing of things this summer at the newly renovated Weston Racquet Club. The Summer Sports Camp will be off |
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