Volunteer Corps Distributes Hurricane Supplies to Seniors
More than 500 Oakland Park residents are prepared for the height of Hurricane Season, thanks to our outstanding Volunteer Corps. More than 20 volunteers gathered in late August to assemble and distribute 500 Hurricane Kits to vulnerable seniors in our community. Volunteers from Kiwanis of Oakland Park, Chen Medical, and Nova Southeastern University gave up their Saturday to assemble and deliver hurricane supplies, including flashlights, rain ponchos, face masks, hand sanitizer, bandages, and general emergency preparation information to help prepare residents for the most active part of hurricane season. The City Commission was extremely grateful for the efforts of the volunteer corps and recognized participants at the Sept. 8 City Commission meeting. The Oakland Park Volunteer Corps donated 5,343 hours of their time between October 2020 and June 2021. From food distributions to waterway cleanups, the selfless efforts of our volunteers reflect the spirit of our community and are part of what makes Oakland Park so extraordinary! If you're interested in learning more about upcoming volunteer opportunities, please call 954-630-4502.
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Show Your Support for the Commuter Rail Project
Commuter rail plays an important role in Broward County’s strategy to improve transportation and mobility. The Broward Commuter Rail Project would operate on the FEC railroad corridor and provide commuter access between Aventura and Deerfield Beach. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) technical team has analyzed potential train stop locations on the commuter rail and recommends that one be in downtown Oakland Park, between 36th – 38th Streets, on NE 12th Avenue. Oakland Park has pursued the goal of a train stop in our downtown for more than a decade. The City Commission passed a resolution of support for a train stop in 2010 and 2019. In a recent citywide survey, 77% of residents support the idea of a stop in Oakland Park. More than 245 members of our community have signed a letter of support for the commuter rail project.
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Local Business Spotlight: The Wander Shop
This week we'd like to welcome The Wander Shop to Oakland Park. Located at 3548 NE 12 Ave. in the heart of downtown, The Wander Shop offers a curated collection of women's clothing, goods, and accessories. Whether you're looking for a gift for someone or want to treat yourself, you're sure to find something full of good vibes. Visit their website or follow them @tothewandershop to see their latest offerings. Did you know that Oakland Park has close to 1,200 businesses? From daycare centers and dry cleaners to medical clinics and restaurants, you can find everything you need in Oakland Park. Use our Find It In Oakland Park business directory to search by business type and location.
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In Memorium: Tom Cassleberry
It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of longtime city employee Tom Casselberry. Tom was a dedicated city employee who served the Oakland Park community for 33 years, most recently as a Utilities Technician in the wastewater division of the Public Works Department. Tom will be greatly missed by his family and his friends and colleagues at the City of Oakland Park.
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Now You Can Schedule Appointments for Permitting and More Online
The City of Oakland Park is fortunate to have a tremendous amount of growth and investment in our community. The increase in construction that is taking place nationwide has led to an increase in permit applications and other services provided by staff in the Engineering and Building Services Department. We strive to provide excellent customer service and appreciate your patience as we work through the high volume of service requests. If you would like to meet with Engineering or Building staff, we are pleased to offer Qless, a new online appointment scheduling software that allows you to make an appointment from your smartphone or computer. As a reminder, many City services, from Residential Permitting to Business Tax Receipts are available on the City website. For more information, please call 954-630-4350 or send an email to building@oaklandparkfl.gov.
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Oktoberfest Update
Each year we look forward to hosting our signature Oakland Park special events, including Oktoberfest. Given the number of COVID cases in our community, we have made the difficult decision to suspend plans for future city events. This avoids incurring costly expenses for canceling event contracts on short notice. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to being able to resume our events as soon as possible.
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City Commission Meeting Wednesday, September 22
The next Oakland Park City Commission Meeting will take place Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. The Commission meeting agenda will be posted on the City website on Thursday, Sept. 16. If you missed the Sept. 8 Commission Meeting, the agenda and video are available on the City website.
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More than 800 Positions Available at County Job Fair
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) will host a job fair Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at the BB&T Center in Sunrise, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 800 full-time and part-time opportunities will be available from 20+ employers. FLL businesses need to fill dozens of positions to prepare for the year-end holiday travel season. Participating FLL employers include airlines, restaurants, retail shops, rental car companies, government agencies, ground transportation providers, and more.
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Last Week to Adopt a Pet For Free
Give a forever home to a pet in need. Help clear the shelters! Adoption fees at the Broward County Animal Shelter will be waived through Sunday, Sept.19. View available pets and make an online appointment to visit the shelter so Animal Care staff can have the perfect dog or cat ready and waiting for you when you arrive.
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