Tamarac State of the City address by Mayor Michelle Gomez. {City of Tamarac}
Dear Neighbors,
Welcome to September! Whether your summer included travel, visits with family and friends, or just relaxing at the beach or by the pool, I hope you had a great one!
Did you know that one out of four homeless men and women in our country are veterans? Tamarac’s Veterans Affairs Committee is now collecting donations of toiletries, snacks and other items for homeless veterans. Donations are being accepted by appointment at the Parks & Recreation building, 6001 Nob Hill Road, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please call (954) 597-3621 for an appointment, and please give generously to help these heroes!
You can start the month off with a night of musical fun at Karaoke Night at The View at Colony West, 6850 NW 88th Avenue, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 3! Come and enjoy yourself with the karaoke masters from Sounds of Stardom, chef’s specials, cocktails, and great company in a beautiful venue. No musical talent is required, but reservations are! To save your seat, please call (954) 721-7710, ext. 4 or visit http://www.ColonyWestGolfClub.com/The-View.
If you’re expecting, or just became a mom, please check out our new low-impact water fitness classes, specifically tailored to be safe and beneficial for expectant moms and those in postpartum recovery. Classes begin at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 4 at the Caporella Aquatic Center, 9300 NW 58 Street. The cost is $4 for residents and $4.50 for non-residents, and a 10-visit pass is also available. Just bring a swimsuit, towel and water bottle. It’s also a great way to connect with other moms! Children 3 and under are welcome.
Most of us think of coyotes as animals that live out West, but they are also present in our area. If you’d like more information on their behavior, their role in our ecosystem, and how to coexist with them and prevent or resolve any potential conflicts, please tune in to a presentation hosted by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission on at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 9. Please visit www.myfwc.com/conservation/you-conserve/wildlife/coyotes/ for more information, and for the link to click to join the presentation.
I hope you will join us in the City Hall atrium at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10 to meet Captain David Franks, the newly appointed Captain of the Broward Sheriff’s Office Tamarac District. This is a great opportunity to recognize his commitment to our community as we all work together to keep Tamarac safe! Light refreshments will be served. The regularly scheduled City Commission meeting will begin immediately after the reception.
Thursday, September 11th, will be the 24th solemn annual commemoration of the terror attacks in New York City, Washington, DC, and Shanksville, PA. City offices will be closed.
It’s budget time! The 1st Public Hearing/Adoption of Final Assessments and Tentative Millage Rate and Budget will be held on Friday, September 12. The 2nd Public Hearing/Adoption of Final Millage Rate and Budget will be held on Wednesday, September 24. Each meeting starts at 5:05 p.m. and will take place at City Hall Chambers, 7525 NW 88th Avenue. Also on September 24, the Commission Meeting will start at 7:00 p.m., or as soon as possible after the budget hearing.
This month’s Move with the Mayor class is Beat Burners at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 12, at the Tamarac Community Center. And mark your calendar now for new month’s session, Barre Fitness at 10:35 a.m. on Saturday, October 11, also at the Community Center. Please enjoy these excellent fitness classes. They’re a great way to keep moving, be social, and … they’re free!
Another great way to keep moving is to participate in our new monthly 5K run & walk with Running Edge 954, happening the second Saturday of every month at Tephord Park, 10003 Southgate Blvd. This month’s run/walk will be on Saturday, September 13. Stretching will start at 7:00 a.m. and then the runners and walkers will step off at 7:30 a.m. sharp. Thank you to PinkBerry Boost, The Running Edge and Change Me Foundation Inc. for your assistance in organizing these events!
If you own a home, please learn how to protect your property from Deed Fraud, which is a rising threat to homeowners across Broward County, with potentially serious financial and legal consequences. It is my pleasure to host Property Appraiser Marty Kiar on Tuesday, September 16 at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center, to help our residents learn more and sign up for the Property Appraiser’s free Owner Alert system. BCPA’s Mobile Exemptions specialists will also be onsite to assist homeowners with tax-saving exemptions you may qualify for. Light refreshments will be served. This important community event is free and open to all Tamarac residents, but registration is appreciated for planning purposes. Please register by email to MayorGomezEvents@Tamarac.org or by phone to (954) 597-3460. Hope to see you there!
Looking for a great opportunity to meet our community’s first responders and enjoy some delicious food at the same time? Bring the family for Grab a Bite with BSO, on Wednesday, September 17, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Mannino’s Italian Restaurant, 10012 W. McNab Road. You’ll get to know the BSO deputies who keep us safe every day, and get answers to any questions you may have. For additional information, please contact Deputy Jennifer Marion at (954)267-6016, or email to Jennifer_Marion@sheriff.org.
Also on September 17 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., join us at Colony West, 6850 NW 9th Ave., to learn about Women on Course! Golf is more than a game – it’s a lifestyle that empowers women to succeed at work and enrich their social lives. If you’re ready to meet amazing people, learn a new skill, or network in a supportive environment, Women on Course is for you! No golf experience required. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served, with a cash bar available. For more information, call (954) 721-7710, or visit colonywestgolfclub.com. Tickets are available on Eventbrite: https://wockickoff.eventbrite.com
September is Hispanic Heritage Month! I hope you will join us at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, September 19, at the Tamarac Village Amphitheatre, 9090 NW 57th St. to celebrate with a free outdoor concert featuring four-time Grammy-winning artist Tomasito Cruz. This exciting cultural celebration includes on-site food trucks and live music featuring flamenco, salsa and Latin jazz. Please note there is limited on-site parking for this event. Please plan to use the continuous shuttle transportation from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. from two locations: Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Blvd., and Caporella Aquatic Center, 9300 NW 58th Street.
And don’t forget to check out this month’s shows at The Palace Theater in Kings Point! Whether you love the hits of the ‘50s and ‘60s, dance music, or classic rock, there’s something for everyone at the Palace! Visit www.KingsPoint.com/palace-shows/ to check out their upcoming shows. Tickets are available at the box office or at www.Tickets.KingsPoint.com.
Planning ahead for October! Here are three additional events –
Have some unwanted treasures you’d like to turn into cash? There’s still time to register for next month’s Community Garage Sale to be held rain or shine from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 4. Registration fee is $45.00 per space and a $30.00 clean-up deposit per spot is required. Visit Tamarac Park or www.Tamarac.me/webtrac to register.
Also on October 4, join the Paralyzed Veterans of America for their 2025 golf tournament being held at Woodmont Country Club, 7801 NW 80th Avenue. It’s a fun way to raise money to improve the lives of veterans with a spinal cord injury or other people with disabilities, and help them achieve maximum health, productivity, and self-esteem in their daily lives. Contact Linda Brown-Doriot at LindaBrownEvents@aol.com or 954-288-7201 for registration information.
And tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Ha-Ha’s for the Tata’s comedy fundraiser on Saturday, October 11 during WoMen’s Breast Cancer Awareness month, presented by PuroClean! Enjoy a great night of laughter, delicious food and terrific company at The View at Colony West, 6850 NW 88th Ave., Tamarac, featuring our hilarious headliner, Missy Hall, as well as opener Mariza Brussolo, and featured comedian Flip Schultz!
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- Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for chef’s signature specialty hors d’oeuvres, soft drinks, and cash bar, awareness program including a silent auction and special live auction starting at 8:00 p.m., and then the side-splitting comedy show at 8:30 p.m.!
- Tickets are now available for by using this link for ticket sales, www.Tamarac.me/HaHas or email me at Michelle.Gomez@Tamarac.org or MayorGomezEvents@tamarac.org for more information.
- Discounted rooms for the event are also available at the Fairfield by Marriott. Use this link to reserve your room now at the discounted rate: www.bit.ly/MarriottHahas
Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsor PuroClean, Diamond Sponsor HCA Woodmont, Platinum Sponsors Patina Collective and Fairfield by Marriott, and Hospitality Sponsor Colony West!
Proceeds from this event will be distributed to Tamarac Employees Benevolent Fund, Gilda’s Club of South Florida, and American Cancer Society.
Local 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 second and fourth Friday of every month between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Tamarac Village Amphitheater, 9090 NW 57th Street.
- 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.
Today and every day, in remembrance of September 11, 2001, we remember those who died unnecessarily, and we
- thank all our first responders and servicemen and women who protect us;
- thank those who are preparing to be our future defenders;
- thank their families and friends as well;
- thank the unsung heroes, and
- remain proud to be living in our wonderful country!
On a personal note, thank you very much for all your wonderful birthday wishes for my mother and myself. We were very touched by your thoughtfulness.
L’Shanah Tovah to everyone celebrating the Jewish New Year, and Happy Labor Day!
Warmest regards,
️ Michelle
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