Tamarac State of the City address by Mayor Michelle Gomez. {City of Tamarac}
Dear Neighbors,
Welcome to August! As our steamy South Florida summer weather turns into sizzling hot, there are plenty of events coming up this month to help you have fun with friends and family, whether in or out of the sun.
But before we get to the fun stuff… many have reached out sharing their concerns regarding the water levels and look of the City’s canals. The City sent out a notice stating:
Due to ongoing drought conditions and limited rainfall, canal water levels in Tamarac and nearby cities are lower than normal. This is impacting the appearance of the canals and reducing the overall water supply. While canal maintenance remains on a regular schedule, treatments like spraying depend on oxygen and pH levels. Spraying at the wrong time could lead to fish kills and larger issues. Many residents, communities, and golf courses also use canal water for irrigation, which adds to the draw on water levels during these dry periods. We’re actively monitoring the canals and weather forecasts and will adjust operations as conditions improve.
While it may not look pretty right now, with the expected rainfall this summer, may they fill to safe levels soon but not too full that we will start to worry about having to drain them.
If you use canal water for your irrigation, please consider turning your system off and hand water until such time the water levels resume to their normal levels.
Now back to packing your calendar with things to do!
Broward County Public Schools students start classes this year on Monday, August 11th. Stay cool during your back-to-school prep with our Back to School Splash on Saturday, August 2nd, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Caporella Aquatic Complex, 9300 NW 58th Street. Bring the kids for music, games, and more by the pool. The first 50 children (ages 5-12) will receive a “back to school” goodie bag, so plan to arrive early! Admission is now FREE, but pre-registration is required. Please visit Tamarac.me/Events to register. For more information, call (954) 597-3660.
Calling all Tamarac-registered neighborhood associations/organizations and HOAs! Are you interested in upgrading or enhancing the look and feel of your community? Our Neighborhood Partnership Program can help! Eligible associations can receive grant support for lighting, landscaping, signage and other projects. Applications open August 18th and run until September 30th. To apply, or for more information, please visit www.Tamarac.gov/NeighborhoodPartnershipProgram. And don’t miss our in-person workshop to help you craft a winning application for your neighborhood, on Tuesday, August 5th, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Boulevard.
You can stay cool while staying fit this summer with our new free evening walking club! The group meets the first Wednesday of each month, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Energy Fitness Station at Mainlands Park, 4500 Monterey Drive. This month the group will meet on Wednesday, August 6th, and next month on Wednesday, September 3rd. No pre-registration required, just wear your walking gear and bring water and a towel.
Also on Wednesday, August 6th, is Karaoke Night at The View at Colony West in Tamarac, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with the karaoke masters from Sounds of Stardom. Grab the mic and don’t be shy! Come and enjoy a night of music, chef’s specials, and cocktails, with great company in a beautiful venue (6850 NW 88th Avenue). You don’t need to sing or sing well to attend and have a good time!
Our family-friendly activities also continue this month at the Tamarac Community Center. There are two great ways to get moving as a family and enjoy some healthy fun:
- Yoga on Thursday nights at 7:00 p.m. (the cost is $10 for adults, $10 for the first child in your group and $5 for each additional child), and
- Open-play pickleball is held on Fridays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (the cost is $5 per person, and no advance registration is required).
Another great way to get moving is to participate in a free 5K Run & Walk on Saturday, August 9th, at Tephord Park, 10003 Southgate Blvd. Stretching will start at 7:00 a.m. sharp, at 7:30 a.m. the run/walk begins, and the event will conclude with a one-hour power circuit session by PinkBerry Boost. The session is solely cardio to strengthen and tone the body, no weights will be used. Thank you to PinkBerry Boost, The Running Edge and Change Me Foundation for your assistance in organizing this event. I look forward to seeing you run or even outpace me walking.
If you have school-aged child with special needs, you won’t want to miss our Back to School Special Needs & Community Resource Fair, on Saturday, August 9th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Tamarac Community Center. All attendees will receive giveaways, school essentials, and other community resources, and the first 200 participants will also receive a school backpack and educational resources. And be sure to check out the special population “Rip the Hallways” fashion show, starting at 11:30 a.m., showcasing back to school gear! This is a free event but pre-registration is required at www.Tamarac.me/Events. For more information, please call the Parks & Recreation Department at 954-597-3620.
We did it again! A three-peat! It will be my pleasure to accept the Florida League of Mayors (FLM) Mayors Municipal Innovation Award in the Service Delivery Improvement Category for the City’s project Transforming Municipal Service Delivery on August 13th. While I’m excited to accept this recognition on behalf of the City, it means so much more to me. Since the inception of the FLM Awards Program, the City of Tamarac is the only City to be an award recipient 3 years in a row! We received this honor in 2023 for the Tamarac Pet Pantry, 2024 for See, Fix, Click, and now 2025 for Tamarac’s Omni-Channel Call Center Solution. Kudos to Team Tamarac! I am so very proud to be your Mayor!
Are you ready for this month’s free Move with the Mayor fitness class? Come participate in the hour-long 20/20/20 session at the Tamarac Community Center, at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 14th. And be sure to mark your calendar for the next free session, Beat Burners, on Friday, September 12th, at 7:00 p.m., also at the Community Center.
Do you need some home repairs or upgrades, but need some help covering the costs? Enrollment for Tamarac’s owner-occupied Minor Home Repair Program opens on Monday, August 18th! This program assists qualifying Tamarac households with funding for home repairs on their existing home for impact windows, impact doors, roof replacement, safety hazards, and more. Applicants’ annual gross household income cannot exceed the amounts determined in the guidelines. To view eligibility guidelines or apply, visit www.tamarac.org/425 or take the following steps from the City’s website: Home/Departments/Community Development/Housing Administration/Housing Assistance Programs/Home Rehabilitation.
I hope you will join me for a day of inspiration and empowerment at the One Women Fearless Summit presented by Love Blossoms Essentials on Saturday, August 23rd, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Tamarac Community Center! This event will be an amazing opportunity to connect with driven, successful women and to showcase local businesses and companies. There will be powerful “Ted Talk” style keynote speakers and an exciting vendor/shopping area! Get your tickets now on Eventbrite at www.Tamarac.me/OWFS. Remember – “One woman can make a difference. Imagine what we can do together!”
Early registration is now underway for the Community Garage Sale, to be held on Saturday, October 4th, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to register now with the discounted early fee of $25.00 per space, which goes up to $40.00 per space on August 18th. This is a great opportunity to turn your unwanted items into extra cash – and save even more by registering at the discounted rate! Visit Tamarac Park or www.Tamarac.me/webtrac to register.
Save the Dates!
Mark your calendar now for the evening of Saturday, October 11th, at The View at Colony West, where I’m excited to host my 2025 Ha-Ha’s for the Tatas comedy fundraiser for cancer awareness, presented by PuroClean. Thank you to HCA Woodmont for being a Diamond sponsor this year! We are in the process of finalizing the show. More information should be available in the next couple of weeks!
And plan now to join Commissioner Wright and me on February 21st, 2026 for the next FurEver Friends Pet Expo!
Email MayorGomezEvents@Tamarac.org any time for more information on these and other upcoming events.
Safety Reminders
Hurricane season is well underway, and I hope you have your preparations completed! Early planning and preparation are your best defenses when a storm is on the way. Please take a few moments to review and act on these important steps:
- Create a household emergency plan, including arrangements for your pets.
- If you or a loved one has a disability, ensure extra support is in place.
- Sign up for emergency alerts via Tamarac’s Code Red Emergency Alert System: www.Tamarac.org/AlertCenter
- Gather essential supplies: water, medications, flashlights, batteries, non-perishable food and don’t forget pet food, toys, blankets, and their medicine, if applicable.
- For more guidance, visit TamaracFireRescue.org and search for “Emergency Management”.
Local Reminders
Don’t miss this month’s shows at The Palace Theater in Kings Point! Tickets are $10 for residents, $15 for guests, and are available at the box office or at www.Tickets.KingsPoint.com. Whether you love comedy, the music of Broadway, or classic rock, there’s something for everyone at the Palace! Visit www.KingsPoint.com/palace-shows/ to check out their upcoming shows for the summer months.
Important Reminders
- Shop local at the Tamarac Community Farmer’s Market every Sunday, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at Tamarac’s Veterans Park, 7825 Southgate Blvd.
- Food Truck Fridays with music and games continue on the last Friday of every month between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Tamarac Community Center.
- If you or someone you know is in need, please contact Tamarac’s Social Services department at 954-597-3626 or go to the website: Tamarac.org/SocialServices. For additional services please visit FeedingSouthFlorida.org, 211-Broward.org, or adrcbroward.org for resources, or visit the City’s Food Pantry and Pet Pantry.
- Share compliments, provide feedback, and submit City of Tamarac service requests through the “See, Click, Fix” online platform (visit www.Tamarac.org/Help).
- Need weekend and nighttime code enforcement? Please call 954-531-3928 and leave a message if you have any issues or concerns. Assigned officers will be monitoring that line. This number is also published on the City’s website.
Happy Raksha Bandhan, Jamaican Independence Day, Trinidad and Tobago Independence Day, and a Very Happy Birthday, Mom!
️ Michelle
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