City to Break Ground on New Community Center

We invite you to join us as we break ground on the new North Andrews Gardens Community Center. The groundbreaking ceremony will take place Thursday, July 14th, at 10 a.m. at 250 NE 56 Court in Oakland Park. This exciting project will provide residents with a new community center, basketball court, playground, parking, and covered outdoor seating. The North Andrews Gardens Community Center is a bond project that is part of the City’s Building Our 2nd Century initiative. See groundbreaking event details on the City website.

FDOT to Host Preconstruction Meeting for Sidewalk Project

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) invites you to a Public Meeting on July 19, 2022, regarding the construction of a Sidewalk Improvement Project in Lakeside. A virtual meeting will take place from 5 to 6 p.m, and will be followed by an in-person meeting from 6 to 7 p.m. The project is part of a Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization initiative to create enhanced bicycle, pedestrian, and public transportation access throughout the Broward region. Please see the meeting details below.

Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Virtual Meeting 5 - 6 p.m.

Click here to attend the virtual meeting.

Participants can also call 562-247-8422 and

enter the access code: 242-044-873

In-Person Meeting 6 - 7 p.m.

FDOT Auditorium

5548 Powerline Road

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

West Oakland Park Boulevard to Close at RR Crossing Aug. 5 - 12

The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority plans to perform maintenance on the railroad crossing on West Oakland Park Boulevard. West Oakland Park Boulevard, just west of I-95, will be closed to vehicular traffic in both directions from Friday, August 5th at 9 p.m. to Friday, August 12th at 11:59 p.m. The closure may be extended in the event of inclement weather. The closure will allow workers to safely perform necessary repairs to the railway crossing. Drivers should plan ahead and expect delays. We thank our residents for their patience and apologize for any inconvenience. Click here for more information. 

See Finding Nemo at the Library

Join us on Thursday, July 14, from 6 - 7:45 p.m. for the “Sign up and Dive in” event for the 2022 Adult Summer Reading Program. The theme for this year is “Oceans of Possibilities.” You are invited to come and view the movie Finding Nemo from Pixar Animation Studios and Walt Disney Pictures. You will get a book bag, bookmark, and reading log during registration. Learn more about the Summer Reading Program, which runs from July 14 to August 9, 2022. There will be food, prizes, and surprises during this exciting summer experience! For additional information, call Verna Thomas at 954-630-4374.

Summer Nights Returns July 15

Enjoy live music from the Bobby Nathan Band, food trucks, and more at the Oakland Park Summer Nights Rock & Soul Concert on Friday, July 15th,  2022, from 6 to 10 p.m. The free, family-friendly concert will take place at Jaco Pastorius Park, located at 4000 North Dixie Highway. Free event parking will be available in the lots on the west side of Dixie Highway at Park Lane/NE 38 Street and on Main Street/NE 12 Avenue. Visit our website or call 954-630-4500 for details.

Tri-Rail Launches Free On-Demand Shuttle 

Tri-Rail's on-demand microtransit service has launched! The service, partially funded by FDOT, utilizes electric vehicles to provide FREE first and last mile connections to and from the Cypress Creek Tri-Rail station. To request your ride, download the Ride Freebee App at ridefreebee.com/#download. Use the app to set your pick-up station, destination, and more.  

Oakland Park On the Rise 

The Summer/Fall issue of the City of Oakland Park newsletter is out! Find out about many of the exciting improvements underway in our community. Learn about the mixed-use projects coming to our downtown, get updates on the bond projects, Stormwater Master Plan, and public safety improvements. Find out how you can support the commuter rail project. Visit the City website now to read the newsletter online.

Free Meals for Kids and Teens  

Summer BreakSpot offers free balanced breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and dinners all summer to kids and teens 18 and under. Site locations and operating times are updated daily at SummerBreakSpot.com or by texting the word “Food” or “Comida” to 304-304. No application is necessary, just show up at one of the thousands of meal sites across Florida.

Be Prepared for Hurricane Season 

Hurricane Season is here! Busy hurricane seasons in recent years are important reminders to be prepared and stay alert. If you have not already done so, now is the time to put together an emergency plan and prepare a hurricane supply kit so you are ready in the event of a storm in our area. Click here for a Hurricane Preparedness Guide with important safety tips, a planning checklist, shelter information, and more.

Get Updates on School Construction Projects

Broward County Public Schools has many bond improvement projects underway at the schools in Oakland Park, including Lloyd Estates Elementary, Oakland Park Elementary, North Andrews Gardens Elementary, James S. Rickards Middle School, and Northeast High School. Information on each of the planned improvements is available on the SMART Futures website at bcpssmartfutures.com/oaklandpark/. Access the site for construction photos and videos, project news, and reports that allow you to stay updated with the SMART Programs in our community.