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November 6, 2009 |
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 New Program Allows Residents to Make Partial Payments on 2009 Property TaxesThe Broward County Records, Taxes and Treasury Division has implemented a new program that allows property owners to make up to five partial payments on their 2009 property taxes. Residents can begin paying 2009 property taxes November 1, online at www.broward.org/revenue, (click SEARCH/PAY PROPERTY TAXES), in person at one of the 27 Wachovia Bank Branches listed in the tax brochure that was enclosed with the tax statement, or by mail to P.O. Box 29009, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33302-9009 or at the Governmental Center Annex, 115 S. Andrews Avenue (mail payments are not accepted at this address). More… |
Broward County governmental offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. More… |
Drivers will have a much easier commute on Wiles Road now that the long anticipated Turnpike overpass is open. The Wiles Road overpass in Coconut Creek bridges the 1.8 mile gap that once prevented motorists from driving east or west on Wiles Road once they came to the Florida Turnpike. The absence of the overpass forced commuters to drive north to the Sawgrass Expressway or south to Sample Road in order to cross the highway. More… |
Mr. Paul Faulk has been named the new director for the Broward Addiction Recovery Center Division (BARC) of the Broward County Human Services Department. BARC provides assistance to Broward County residents or homeless individuals in Broward who are 18 years or older and experiencing alcohol and/or other drug-related problems. Services include Medically Supervised Detoxification, Residential and Non-residential Treatment and Outpatient Treatment programs. More… |
More than ever, Broward County residents are utilizing books, digital video discs, compact discs, video games and audio books at their local library. Broward County Library circulated more than 11 million items in Fiscal Year 2009 -- a new record and an increase of 8 percent from 2008. More… |
The Broward County Historical Commission and the City of Hallandale Beach, co-sponsored the 2009 Pioneer Day Awards ceremony, held recently at the Hallandale Beach Cultural Community Center. Pioneer Day, held annually since 1973, honors Broward County pioneers and recognizes individuals or groups who have made significant contributions to historical preservation, research, advocacy and education. Each year, pioneers are selected by local historical societies and municipalities for their unique contributions to the vitality of Broward County. More… |
Municipalities, community organizations, partners and residents are invited to attend a Census 2010 planning session on Wednesday, November 18, 9 a.m. at the Jim Ward Community Center, 301 N.W. 46th Avenue in Plantation. The purpose of the Complete County Countywide Coordination subcommittee is to foster collaborative partnerships between the county, the cities, and community groups to share events and activities in support of the 2010 Census. For more information call Bobbie Sewell at 954-357-6213 or Scott Medvin at 954-357-8550, or email census2010@broward.org. |
The Broward County Historical Commission will host its November Brown Bag Historical Lunch Program on Thursday, November 19, beginning at noon at the Historic West Side School, 301 S.W. 13th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale. The topic is "West Side School: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. The West Side School is the new home of the Broward County Historical Commission. More... |
On Saturday, November 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park in Hollywood, residents are welcome to celebrate Broward Recycles Month and learn about “All in One” recycling. The new method of recycling no longer requires that recyclables be separated. Children will be able to create recycled crafts, participate in a relay race, and win prizes. More… |
The Broward County Advisory Board for Individuals with Disabilities presented the 2009 Disability Awareness Awards during a recent ceremony at the University Center at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale. The event was held in conjunction with the 30th Annual DisAbilities Expo and in honor of National Disability Awareness Month (October). The honorees were selected from nominations submitted to the advisory board by members of the local community. More… |
The Florida Gold Coast Clean Cities Coalition has been working to increase awareness of alternative fuels and emphasize the need for petroleum reduction through events planned throughout November. With oil prices on the rise and a national and local emphasis on reducing greenhouse gas emissions through a domestic fuel source, the Gold Coast Clean Cities Coalition is driven to raise local awareness through education and outreach. More… |
In recognition of "America Recycles Day," Broward County Waste and Recycling Services and Partner Cities are devoting the entire month of November to raising awareness of the important role recycling plays in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and slowing climate change. America Recycles Day is celebrated nationally on November 15 to encourage Americans to make a commitment to the environment by recycling and buying recycled products. More… |
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