1Surfside Gazette • SEPTEMBER 2014

TOWN OF SURFSIDE

GAZETTE

SEPTEMBER 2014

Surfside Gazette • SEPTEMBER 2014

Town Manager’s Message

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Former Elected Officials Honor Town ManagerFormer Vice Mayor Joe Graubart and former Commissioner Michelle Kligman presented Town Manager Michael Crotty with a plaque honoring his contri-butions to Surfside. The presentation was made at the August 2014 Commission meeting.

FY 14/15 BudgetFor local governments in Florida, September is budget month. Budget public hearings will be held at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, September 9 and Tuesday, Septem-ber 23 in the Commission Chambers.

As reported in last month’s Gazette, the Commission has agreed to lower the millage rate to 5.108 mills. This millage rate (5.108) is the approximate millage rate that is tax neutral for residents. In other words, for properties that have been homesteaded for each of the past two years, the bottom line tax amount for Surfside residents will be approximately the same in 2014 as it was in 2013. This marks the 4th consecutive year that the Town Commission will reduce the property tax rate.

The total property value in the Town of Surfside for 2014/2015 is $1.3 billion compared to last year of $1.1 billion, an increase of $200 million in property val-ue. This is a strong financial indicator for the Town and an excellent investment for the owners of commercial and residential real estate in the Town.

FY 14/15 budget highlights include the addition of a Captain in the Police De-partment to enhance the command staff of the department and address succes-sion planning. Planning projects for the upcoming year include a review of land development regulations in the Harding and Collins Avenue corridor. Also the budget contains funds for a 10 year water supply plan as required by law; seawall replacement; and a tree canopy initiative. Finally, an Enterprise Resource Plan-ning project is included to change the current computer application for all Town Departments to provide for the integration of information among departments to facilitate the decision making process and providing outputs and opportuni-ties for sharing Town systems/information with residents.

Sand CommitteeThe Sand Project Community Monitoring Committee is in the process of finaliz-ing its assigned tasks and preparing its final report. The Committee will review its final report at a meeting on September 2 at 7pm. The Committee’s report will be available on the Town’s website under Town news (Sand Updates). Also, com-plete information on the Committee’s efforts is listed under the Sand Updates. The report of the Committee will be presented to the Town Commission at its September 9 meeting.

Town Manager RecruitmentThe Town Commission has completed the interview and ranking process for the

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It Happens on HARDING AVE

Clothing StoresCondotti Men’s Clothing 9486 Harding Avenue 305-861-1495 www.condottistore.com

Couture Bridal & Formals 9545 Harding Avenue 305-864-6270 www.couturebridalmiami.com

Visit Surfside’s “Garment District”Many residents may not know that Surfside’s Business District has its very own thriving “Garment District.” Harding Avenue has both elegance and style with some of the most sought-after couture by international celebrity designers. Within two blocks, there’s an extensive selection of designer boutiques and fabric stores, as well as tailors and seamstresses, that can satisfy your fashionista appetite. Let them create a unique ensemble for that special occasion.

Lace Star Fabrics9593 Harding Avenue 305-868-5550 www.lacestar.com

Le Beau Maroc9507 Harding Avenue 305-763-8847 www.lebeaumaroc.com

Last month the Tourist Board approved moving forward with a free Surfside App – pending Town Commission final approval on September 9, 2014.

The project will be un-derwritten by Prosport Entertainment and Above/Below Charter Mobile. The monthly maintenance and licens-ing fees will be paid for by the Resort Tax fund (not ad valorem/resident taxes).

This app is a comprehen-sive mobile tool and resource for visitors and residents alike. It will help in planning a vacation, providing in-formation on Town activities or events and announcing offers from Surfside businesses.

New Surfside App For Your Phone or Mobile Device

The Grand Beach Hotel is offering Surfside residents a “Locals Discount” of 10 % off food and beverages upon presentation of a valid driver’s license showing a current

address in Surfside. Locals are encouraged to post a photo on social networks and tag the hotel whenever

Grand Beach Offers Discounts to Surfside Residents

It will assist our hotel guests and patrons of our downtown by allowing them to prepare in advance for an unforgettable experience. Users can receive information and stay up-to-date on a variety of Surfside happenings.

The easy and flexible sign-up process allows users to login with their Facebook, Twitter or email account. Once in, the app becomes the perfect social platform where users can check-in via the innovative location-based features. Also, users share with other users their status, Facebook likes, tweets, photos, videos, comments and content without ever leaving their Surfside Mobile App. Surfside will have the ability to livestream an event to be shared around the world. Formatted for Apple, Android and HTML5 (BlackBerry, etc.), the app is being developed and tested and should be launched later this year.

Paloma Evening Dresses9538 Harding Avenue305-763-8099 www.palomadresses.com

Samy Gicherman Couture9553 Harding Avenue # 202 (305) 476-8755www.samy-gicherman.com

Seamstresses & TailorsLupe’s Alterations 9532 Harding Avenue # 101 305-866-5873

Penny’s Alterations 9532 Harding Avenue #104 305-865-1321

Verdile’s/Mario The Tailor9520 Harding Avenue, 2nd floor305-864-2543

they get the discount.

Related room rate discounts are not limited to residents.

These include: Book three consecutive nights at regular rates and receive the third night free and, on select dates through September, book a luxurious two bedroom suite and save 25%. Rates are subject to 11% tax. Details on specials and packages are listed on these two links: www.grandbeachhotelsurfside.com/special-packages www.grandbeachhotelsurfside.reztrip.com/offers

Rod’s Cleaners 9463 Harding Avenue 305-866-3029

Seaview Cleaners & Tailors 262-95th Street305-865-9623

Surf-Bal-Bay Cleaners 9421 Harding Avenue 305-866-0093

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TOWN CALENDAR

Charter Questions on Nov. 4 BallotThe voters of the Town of Surfside will be presented with seven (7) Town ballot questions on its November 4, 2014 Special Election ballot.

The subject matters of the ballot measures concern the following Charter amendments: Qualifications for Office; Vacancy on Commission; Vacancy in Candidacy; Can-vassing Board; Qualifying for Elected Office; Establishing Elected Officials’ Staggered Terms and Increasing Town Commissioners’ Terms from Two Years to Four Years; and Runoff Election. A Voter’s Guide will be distributed before the November 4, 2014 Special Election.

IN MEMORIAM

Former Mayor and Poet Laureate Samuel Brenner

Surfside was saddened by the recent passing at age 97 of former Mayor and Poet Laureate Samuel Brenner. A prominent commer-cial real estate broker, he came to Surfside in 1945 with his family and wife Lillian. Married for more than 70 years, Lillian was the inspiration for Sam’s romance poems pub-lished in Lingering Love.

Sam was elected Surfside Mayor in 1976. He was very active in the community, serving in several organiza-tions and civic groups. His poetry also included activism. Count to Six Million, a holo-caust poem, was included in the U.S. Congressional Record, and immortalized in a video of Sam reciting the poem. It was shown at the August Surfside Commission meeting. He is survived by

his son Bard, daughter Dr. Leona Brenner-Gati and two grandchildren.

Vice Mayor Eli Tourgeman holds a Sam Brenner cam-paign sign from the 1970s with Bard Brenner, Sam’s son.

The Surfside Police Department is hosting a National Take Back Initiative on Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 10 am-2 pm. Please surrender your expired, unwanted and unused pharmaceutical controlled substances and other medications to law enforcement for destruction. Drop off pharmaceutical products and liquids, sealed in their original container to a box at the Police Department. Intra-venous solutions, injectibles and syringes will not be accepted. Contact Dina Goldstein at (305) 861-4862.

Prescription Drug Drop Off

SEPTEMBER 2014Mon 1 Town offices closed for Labor Day holidayTue 2 Endlessly Organic Produce, 3 -5 pm, Town Hall Mon 8 Street Sweeping, 9 am-1 pm. Keep your curb clear!Mon 8 Tourist Board Meeting, 6 pm, Town HallTue 9 First Budget Hearing, 6:30, Town HallTue 9 Regular Town Commission, 7 pm, Town Hall Wed 10 Town Hall Meeting on Historic Preservation, 6 pm Mon 15 Parks & Recreation Committee, 7 pmTue 16 Endlessly Organic Produce, 3 -5 pm, Town HallWed 17 Senior Trip to Hard Rock Casino, 9 am - 4 pmMon 22 Street Sweeping, 9 am-1 pm. Keep your curb clear!Tue 23 Second Budget Hearing, 6:30, Town HallWed 24 Bike With The Chief, Leaves from Town Hall at 5 pm Thur 25 Planning & Zoning Board, 7 pmSat 27 Prescription Drug Drop Off, Town Hall, 10 am-2 pmFri 29 Coffee With The Cops, Starbucks on Harding Ave, 10 am Tue 30 Endlessly Organic Produce, 3 -5 pm, Town Hall

OCTOBER 2014Tue 2 Endlessly Organic Produce, 3 -5 pm, Town Hall Mon 6 Street Sweeping, 9 am-1 pm. Keep your curb clear!Mon 6 Tourist Board Meeting, 6 pm, Town HallTue 14 Regular Town Commission, 7 pm, Town Hall Mon 20 Parks & Recreation Committee, 7 pmTue 14 Endlessly Organic Produce, 3 -5 pm, Town HallWed 15 Senior Trip to Actors Playhouse, 12 - 6 p.m Mon 20 Street Sweeping, 9 am-1 pm. Keep your curb clear!Mon 27 Downtown Advisory, 7 pm, Town HallTue 28 Endlessly Organic Produce, 3 -5 pm, Town Hall Wed 29 AARP Driver Safety Course, 10 am - 5 pm Wed 29 Bike With The Chief, Leaves from Town Hall at 5 pm Thur 30 Planning & Zoning Board, 7 pm Fri 31 Coffee With The Cops, Starbucks on Harding Ave, 10 am Fri 31 Halloween street party, location TBA, 6-8 pmFri 31 Spooktacular event at 96th Street Park, 6 pm

Town Manager’s position. The top ranked applicant is Bill Evans, who is currently Assistant City Manager in Sunny Isles Beach and the former Surfside Public Works Director.

As I complete my service as your Town Manager, I want to express my appreciation to the previous and current Town Commission, Town Staff and residents. My wife Chris and I have been warmly welcomed into this wonderful Surfside community and we will fondly remember our experience. Thank you for providing me with this unique experience as I complete my 37 year professional Town management career.

- Michael Crotty, Town Manager

TOWN MANAGER’S MESSAGE - FROM THE COVER

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SURFSIDE STARS

Some Police Departments in South Florida are reporting that residents are falling victim to fraud or robbery when meeting with customers or sellers to conduct transactions originated on-line. To prevent this type of crime, Surfside Police will offer residents a safe place to conduct their transactions at the police station. The premise is to conduct business in a safe environment. If you need additional information on this new community initiative, contact Neighborhood Resource Officer Dianna Hernandez at 305-861-4862 or dhernandez@townofsurfsidefl.gov

Make Sure Your On-line Transactions are Safe

Meet Your Buyer or Seller at the Police Department

Introduce your daughter to the fun of Girl Scouting today!

A Daisy troop (open to kinder-garten and first grade girls) is forming in Surfside. Those interested in the Daisy troop should contact Beth Soulliard at bethsoulliard@gmail.com or call 520-405-8419.

If your daughter is older than first grade and wants to be a part of the Girl Scouts, contact Clevell Brown-Jennings at cbrownjennings@girlscoutsfl.org or call 305-253-4842 ext 247.

Resident Walter Javier Gives Back to the Community He Loves

The first day of this school year was special for Walter Javier.

When he dropped off his five-year-old son, Sabastian, at Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K-8 Center for his first day of school, he was flooded with memories of his first day at the same school 33 years ago – then a youngster from Argentina who had just moved to Surfside.

But since his kindergarten days, Walter has accomplished much, all the while striving to give back to his commu-nity. Growing up in Surfside, he developed a strong connection with the ocean. After graduating from Miami Beach High School, he became a lifeguard for Miami Dade Ocean Rescue while attending college. He soon switched gears to pursue a career as a fireman/paramed-ic.

He is now Lieutenant Firefighter Paramedic for Mi-ami-Dade, mostly working as a first-responder in the stations that serve Surfside, including Haulover and a new station in Bay Harbor Islands. Walter also is a part time fire rescue instructor at Miami Dade College. He was recently honored for training area police departments on how to respond to high rise building fires, teaches first aid and CPR certification as well as personal training for families.

But Walter’s biggest com-mitment is helping children. Partnering with Pediatric Psy-chology Associates and other supporters, he developed an innovative two-week summer surf camp held in Surfside for autistic youngsters. (See page 9 for a story on the recently completed camp).

“I felt that if we could introduce these kids to the ocean and surf-ing, it could change their lives,” he said.

Now in its third year, the camp has be-come so successful there is a waiting list. “Most of the kids who attend want to come back the next year, they like it so much,”

he said. “The parents say that some of the kids had never gone in the water until coming to the camp. For them to see their child on a surfboard amazes the parents.”

Don’t be surprised if you’ve bumped into the extended Javier family in Surfside. Walter and his wife, Zoya, live across the street from his aunt. His mother is still in the house where Walter grew up a few blocks to the north and another aunt lives directly behind her. All are long-time residents.

And they plan on staying put. Walter spends his precious spare time enjoying and sharing his hometown. “On weekends we are at the Community Center, the beach and the tot lot,” he said. “We love it here.”

Residents Seek to Form Girl Scout Troop

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POLICE BEAT

The chart at right shows an increase intotal crimes for the first six months of 2014. Violent crime (aggravated assault, sexual battery, robbery, homi-cide) decreased for the first six months of 2014. Also, there was a decrease in the nonviolent crimes of burglary and auto theft.

The increase in nonviolent crime was larceny – specifical-ly shoplifting, theft from hotel rooms, unlocked bicycle thefts and unsecured property left in driveways and yards.

Over the past two months, Dina Goldstein coordinated the Surfside Police Department’s 6th Police Summer Teen Camp, she added new instructors and classes this year.

The teens experienced the My Life My Power anti-bullying course with a nationally known author and instructor. They were visited by the K-9, SWAT, and Crime Scene Squads. They learned police patrol procedures and enjoyed exciting trips to the Fire Station, Coast Guard Air Base, and the Police and Fire Aviation Units. They had a great time.

It was the finest teen camp we have ever had! I praise and thank Dina for the tremendous amount of work and effort that it takes to organize, manage and build this into another highly successful SPD community program. - Chief David Allen

January to June 2014 Uniform Crime Reports

January-June Uniform Crime Reports

2011 87 -5.4 3 -62.5 84 0

2012 82 -5.7 8 166.7 74 -11.9

2013 69 -15.9 5 -37.5 64 -13.5

2014 88 27.5 2 -60 86 34.4

TOTAL PERCENT VIOLENT PERCENT NONVIOLENT PERCENT CRIMES CHANGE CRIMES CHANGE CRIME CHANGE

Please help us keep Surfside safe and remember to secure your property, lock your bicycles, and report suspicious persons or vehicles.

Civilian of the Month for July

Chief David Allen and Officer Dianna Her-nandez joined Surfside residents in distributing food to the needy at the Farm Share event in Miami Gardens.

Chief Richard Martin and his crew from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department Station 21 in Haulover received an appreci-ation plaque from the Police Teen Summer Camp. Station 21 has continually support-ed the Department by assisting with the Citizens Police Academy, Holiday Toy Give-away and the Police Teen Summer Camp.

Police Flex Some Muscle for CharitySurfside and Bay Harbor Islands Police Officers went toe-to-toe in a tug-of-war battle to benefit the Bay Harbor Islands summer camp on the field at Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K-8 Center.

Fire Chief Honored Food Drive Event

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The Police Teen Summer Camp grad-uated on July 31st. The eight week program consisted of classes such as a K-9 demonstration, S.W.A.T., Crime Scene Investigations, Fire Rescue, Aviation, an Anti-Bullying Program and a visit to the U.S. Coast Guard Air Base.

Kids Enjoy A Cool Summer at Police Camp

If your roof is leaking the Town encourages you to get it repaired and/or replaced depending on the extent and severity of the problem. Blue tarps, or other non-permanent materials are not only prohibited by code but may actually contribute to a roof’s continuing deterioration as these temporary solutions may not

CODECOMPLIANCECORNER

The Surfside Public Works, Water and Sewer Departments are in the process of plac-ing important markers on all of the storm drains around the Town. These markers will help residents identify the storm drains and educate them on the hazards of illegally dumping down the drains.

This education effort is a requirement of The Clean Water Act through the National Pollutant Discharge Elim-ination System (NPDES), which all municipalities are bound. The cam-paign uses the

Attention: Only Rain Should Go Down the DrainPUBLIC WORKS REPORT

identifiable labels affixed on top of the storm drain structures as seen in these photos.

Illicit discharges into municipal stormwa-ter systems is one of the most common sources of pollution from municipalities. Surfside is required to reduce or elimi-

nate pollutants from discharging into the system, which empties into Biscayne Bay.

Public Works is working to eliminate these dis-charges into surface waters and storm sewers.

What is an illicit discharge? It is a pollutant other than storm water into a storm drain, pipe or other direct connection. Sources of illicit connections may include sanitary sewer connections, wash water from laundro-mats, car washes and other similar sources. In addition, residents should do their part to prevent leaves, grass clippings, motor oils and pesticides from entering the storm drain during rain events.

Is the Rainy Season Causing Problems With a Leaking Roof?keep the elements out and may serve to provide a false sense of security.

Any roof work must be done by a duly licensed roofing contractor. The Building Department staff at Town Hall will help you with any questions on the permitting process, will ensure that your contractor is licensed and insured and can advise on what materials are acceptable to repair or replace your roof. For more information, con-tact the Building Department at (305) 861-4863, ext. 4.

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Resident ID cards will be available for renewal commencing on October 1, 2014 for the upcoming fiscal year, Oc-tober 1, 2014 to September 30, 2015. They will be available at the Community Center during business hours. Note that access to the facility may be denied upon three notifications and failure to renew your Resident ID card.

RENEWAL PROCESS1. Residents with Current ID cards must bring in their card.

2. If the resident is the owner of the residence they must bring in their driver’s license and two of the following: current utility bill, current bank statement, current credit card statement

3. If the resident is a renter they must bring in their driver’s license, a copy of the leases that included the dates of rental and people authorized to reside, and one of the following: current utility bill, current bank statement, current credit card statement

4. If the resident is a renter without a valid lease, the owner must fill out the Temporary Community Center Access Form and have it notarized.

Resident ID Cards are limited to one family per address. There will be a $5 charge for lost, stolen or replacement cards. ID Cards are issued to children 5 years and older and parental proof may be required for ages 5-17.

For more information please contact the Community Center at (305) 866 – 3635 or visit www.townofsurfsidefl.gov

Resident ID Card Renewal Begins October 1

The Town of Surfside is pleased to announce that live video streaming of certain events is now available to residents. This function will allow you to watch Town meetings in real time from your computer, tablet or smart phone. Go to www.townofsurfsidefl.gov and click on the “Surfside Live Video Streaming” button on the left. When there are no live meetings being broadcast, you will see the same content that is being shown on Channel 77.Take the opportunity to see the next Town Commission Meeting on Tuesday, September 9 at 7 pm.

Video Streaming Available on Town Website

The Surfside Police Department hosted Survival Mind-set, a popular crime prevention seminar for residents on August 11, 2014. The personal safety seminar was instructed by Donna Kinsey, a retired Major from North Miami Police Department.

The class taught women to recognize and avoid poten-tially dangerous situations and learn practical safety measures designed to keep them safe. The class was highly successful with over 40 people in attendance.

Residents Attend Personal Safety Workshop

A Town Hall meeting will be held on Wednesday, Septem-ber 10 at 6:00 pm in the Commission Chambers to discuss with Miami-Dade County’s Historic Preservation Office (County) its historical preservation program and the des-ignation of properties in Surfside as historic properties. Following this discussion, a walking tour of the properties that may be potentially eligible or already designated for historic preservation will occur.

The County has begun the designation process on nine (9) properties along the Harding/Collins Avenue corridor and is considering additional properties as being eligible for designation including the possible establishment of a historic district between Harding and Collins Avenue (93rd to 94th Street). If you are one of the owners of the nine properties, you have already been notified of the historical designation from the County via a letter.

Under Miami-Dade County’s rules, the County has juris-

Historic Preservation: Town Hall Meetingdiction regarding historic preservation of properties that are designated as historic in Surfside. This means that if the County determines that your property is in fact eligi-ble for designation as a historic property, it will notify you in writing of a public hearing where your property will be discussed.

Again, the purpose of this Town Hall meeting is to pro-vide an overview of the County’s Historic Preservation Program and its applicability to Surfside. The meeting will provide an opportunity to sort through the benefits of historic designation and concerns of property own-ers whose properties could potentially be identified for historic preservation.

The staff of the County’s Historic Preservation Office is available to discuss with residents the County program. Contact either Kathleen Kauffman or Sarah Cody at 305-375-4958.

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CLASS DAY DATES & TERM HOURS Fee (per person) Fee Per Class No class

Gymnastics, age 3-5 Monday 9/8/14-10/20/14 4:30-5:25 p.m. $70 residents/$105 non $15 res, $23 non Gymnastics, age 6-12 Monday 9/8/14-10/20/14 5:30-6:25 p.m. $70 residents/$105 non $15 res, $23 non Tumbling, age 6-12 Monday 9/8/14-10/20/14 6:30-7:25 p.m. $70 residents/$105 non $15 res, $23 non Pre-School ballet, age 3-5 Tuesday 9/2/14-10/21/14 9:30-10:15 a.m. $80 residents/$120 non $15 res, $23 non Teen Scene, age 12-18 Tuesday 9/2/14-10/21/14 5:30-6:30 p.m. FREE FREE Soccer, age 4-5 coed Tues & Thur 9/30/14-12/11/14 4-5 p.m. $140 residents/$200 non no drop in 11/11, 11/25, 11/27

Soccer, age 6-8 coed Tues & Thur 9/30/14-12/11/14 5-6 p.m. $140 residents/$200 non no drop in 11/11, 11/25, 11/27

Soccer, age 9-13 coed Tues & Thur 9/30/14-12/11/14 6-7 p.m. $140 residents/$200 non no drop in 11/11, 11/25, 11/27

Football, age 5-6 coed Wednesday 9/3/14-10/22/14 3:30-4:30 p.m. $80 residents/$120 non no drop in Football, age 7-10 coed Wednesday 9/3/14-10/22/14 4:30-5:30 p.m. $80 residents/$120 non no drop in Football, age 11-13 coed Wednesday 9/3/14-10/22/14 5:30-6:30 p.m. $80 residents/$120 non no drop in

Adult/seniors ProgramsCLASS DAY DATES HOURS Fee (per person) Fee Per Class No class

Zumba Gold Monday 9/8/14-10/20/14 9:15-10:15 a.m. Seniors: $35 Resident/non $49 $6 res, $8 non Adults : $70 Residents/non$105 $15 res, $23 nonJNL Fitness Fusion Monday 9/8/14-10/20/14 7:15-8:15 pm. $70 Resident/non $105 $15 res, $23 non Beach Yoga Monday 9/8/14-10/20/14 7-8 am $70 Residents/non$105 $15 res, $23 nonSenior Bridge Time Mon & Wed 9/3/14-10/22/14 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. FREE FREEAlfred Hitchcock Movie Series Tues 9/2/14-10/21/14 1:30-3:30 p.m. FREE FREEMind Over Muscles Tuesday 9/2/14-10/21/14 9:30-10:30 am $80 Residents/non$120 $15 res, $23 nonYoga Wednesday 9/3/14-10/22/14 7-8 pm $70 Residents/non$105 $15 res, $23 non 9/24Pilates Thursday 9/4/14-10/23/14 7:15-8:15 pm $80 Residents/non$120 $15 res, $23 nonSelf Defense (2 classes) Thursday 9/11 and 9/25 6:15-8:15 pm FREE FREE

Watch for additional fall programs • Inquire about programs already in process

Town of Surfside Parks and Recreation Department

Fall Session I 2014 (Registration now in progress)

Upcoming Events Senior Trip to Hard Rock Casino Wed 9/17/14 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Bus leaves at 9 am $13 Residents/$20 non

Senior Trip to Actors Playhouse (Murder Ballad) Wed 10/15/14 12 - 6 p.m., Bus leaves at 12

pm. $30 Residents/$60 non

AARP Driver Safety Course Wed 10/29/14 10 am – 5 pm AARP Members $15/non-Members

CLASS DAY DATES HOURS Fee (per person) Per class no class

Adult Doubles Mondays 9/15/14-12/15/14 8:30-10:30 p.m. Per class only $12 Res/$15 non 11/24Tennis Pee Wee, age 4-6 Mon & Fri 9/15/14-11/7/14 4-4:30 p.m. $160 Res/$192 non $15 Res/$23 non Tennis Pee Wee, age 4-6 Mon & Fri 9/15/14-11/7/14 4:45-5:15 p.m. $160 Res/$192 non $15 Res/$23 non Tennis Champs, age 7-9 Mon & Wed 9/15/14-11/5/14 4:30-5:30 p.m. $192 Res/$272 non $15 Res/$23 nonTennis Challenger, age 10-14 Mon, Wed, Fri 9/15/14-11/7/14 5:30-6:30 p.m. $288 Res/$408 non $15 Res/$23 nonTennis Pee Wee, age 4-6 Tue & Thur 9/16/14-11/6/14 4-4:30 p.m. $160 Res/$192 non $15 Res/$23 non Tennis Prodigies, age 6-8 Tue & Thur 9/16/14-11/6/14 4:30-5:30 p.m. $192 Res/$272 non $15 Res/$23 nonTennis Challenger, age 10-14 Tue & Thur 9/16/14-11/6/14 4:30-6 p.m. $288 Res/$408 non $15 Res/$23 non

Surfside Tennis Center

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Lap Swimming: Mon & Wed: 6:30-8:30 a.m. (5 lanes)Mon-Fri: 3-5:30 p.m. (limited lanes) Beach Lifeguard Tower: Every day 9 am - 5 pm

AQUATIC CENTER HOURS September 2014

Swim team, age 6-15 Mon & Wed 9/8/14-11/12/14 5:30 -6:30 p.m. $133 Resident/non $199 9/24,10/13 Swim team, age 6-15 Tue & Thur 9/9/14-11/13/14 5:30 -6:30 p.m. $133 Resident/non $199 9/25,11/11

Aqua Zumba Tuesday 9/16/14-11/4/14 8:45-9:30 a.m. Active adults Res $62/non $118, Senior res $40/non $80 Aqua Zumba Thursdays 9/18/14-11/13/14 8:45-9:30 a.m. Active adults Res $62/non $118, Senior res $40/non $80 9/25 Aqua Zumba Drop in fee: $5 residents/$10 nonLearn to Swim, ages 3-5 Tue–Thur 9/2/14-9/17/14 3:45-4:15 p.m. $68 Resident/non $100 Learn to Swim, ages 6-14 Tue– Thur 9/2/14-9/17/14 4:20-4:50 p.m. $68 Resident/non $100Learn to Swim, ages 3-5 Sat & Sun 9/6/14-9/28/14 9:30-10 a.m. $68 Resident/non $100Learn to Swim, ages 6-14 Sat & Sun 9/6/14-9/28/14 10:10-10:40 a.m. $68 Resident/non $100Learn to Swim, ages 3-5 Tue–Thur 10/14/14-10/29/14 3:45-4:15 p.m. $68 Resident/non $100 Learn to Swim, ages 6-14 Tue– Thur 10/14/14-10/29/14 4:20-4:50 p.m. $68 Resident/non $100Learn to Swim, ages 3-5 Sat & Sun 10/18/14-11/9/14 9:30-10 a.m. $68 Resident/non $100Learn to Swim, ages 6-14 Sat & Sun 10/18/14-11/9/14 10:10-10:40 a.m. $68 Resident/non $100Aqua Kids Water Fitness Monday 9/8/14-11/3/14 5:30-6:15 p.m. $80 Resident/non $120 10/13

Parks & Recreation Aquatic ProgramsCLASS DAY DATES HOURS Fee (per person) No class dates

After School Program- See Next page

Main pool open swim: Mon-Sun: 9 am-7pmSand Dollar Key: Every day 10 am-7 pmWater Slide: Mon-Thurs: 10 am - 3:30 pm; Fri-Sun: 10 am-6:30 pm

Waves of Joy at Special Needs Surf Camp It was an exciting end to the summer for a group of special needs kids as Surfside Parks & Recreation teamed with Pediatric Psychology Associ-ates and local surf instructor Walter Javier to host the third annual two-week summer surf camp for children with autism spectrum disorders. The successful camp contin-ues to grow, with many partic-ipants returning this August.

Though many of the young-sters were new to water sports, most were standing on the surfboard after a few lessons.

If you observe an adult sea turtle or hatchling sea turtle on the beach, do not disturb, bother or touch them. Please remember:It is normal for sea turtles to be crawling on the beach on summer nights. DO NOT report normal crawling or nesting. However, if the turtle is in a dangerous situation, under duress or has wandered off the beach, contact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at 1-888-404-FWCC or *FWC (Mobile Phone)

Sea Turtle on the Beach?

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TOWN OF SURFSIDE MARKETPLACE

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TOWN COMMISSIONDaniel Dietch, Mayor mayor@townofsurfsidefl.govEli Tourgeman, Vice Mayor etourgeman@townofsurfsidefl.govBarry Cohen, Commissioner bcohen@townofsurfsidefl.govMichael Karukin, Commissioner mkarukin@townofsurfsidefl.govMarta Olchyk, Commissioner molchyk@townofsurfsidefl.gov

TOWN OFFICIALSMichael Crotty, Town Manager mcrotty@townofsurfsidefl.gov

Linda Miller, Town Attorney lmiller@townofsurfsidefl.gov

David Allen, Police Chief david.allen@townofsurfsidefl.gov

Sandra Novoa, CMC, Town Clerk snovoa@townofsurfsidefl.gov

9293 Harding AvenueSurfside, Florida 33154

BUSINESS NUMBERSTown Hall (305) 861-4863 Parks & Recreation (305) 866-3635 Tennis Courts (305) 866-5176 Tourist Bureau (305) 864-0722 Police (305) 861-4862 Fire Rescue (305) 861-1115 Emergency 911

TOWN WEBSITEwww.townofsurfsidefl.gov

9293 Harding AvenueSurfside, Florida 33154

PRESORTED STANDARD

U.S. POSTAGE

PAIDMIAMI, FL

PERMIT NO. 457

ADVERTISING IN THE GAZETTE Reach the residents and businesses of Surfside by advertising in the monthly Gazette. For rates, deadlines and more information go to the Town website www.townofsurfsidefl.gov or email dhunziker@townofsurfsidefl.gov.

TOWN MEETINGS ON DVDA DVD recording of the current monthly Town Commission and Planning & Zoning meetings are available for check out at the Town Hall front desk. For more information, contact the Town Clerk at 305-861-4863 x226.