City Awarded Grant Funding for Improvements to Fire Rescue Station 20

The City of Oakland Park was awarded a grant of more than $1,085,000 to harden Fire Station 20, located at 4721 NW 9th Avenue. The funding is from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, which is administered by the Florida Division of Emergency Management’s Mitigation Bureau. The hardening project will include the installation of hurricane wind-resistant windows and doors to protect the Fire Station against significant wind events. The existing roof will also be replaced, and the project will safeguard against the disruption of power during and after a storm through the addition of a permanent standby generator, which will be able to provide continuous power to the station in an emergency. The City of Oakland Park provides fire and emergency rescue services over an area of approximately nine square miles with more than 44,000 residents. Oakland Park also participates in a mutual aid agreement with several neighboring communities, including Broward County Fire Rescue. Since 2015, Oakland Park has been awarded more than $50 million in grant funding that has been used towards dozens of capital projects and community amenities. Read more ...

Join Us for Kids to Parks Day at City Park

Join us on Saturday, May 20th, 2023, as we celebrate Kids to Parks Day. The event will take place at City Park at 3900 NE 3rd Avenue from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (noon). Participate in a fun, family-friendly Scavenger Hunt, Fossil Rock Craft project, and Sidewalk Chalk Gallery. If you haven't been to City Park, this is a great way to explore the new facility and solve clues to find Oaky. Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play that connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks through thousands of events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors. Download the free ParkPassport mobile app from the Apple App Store or Google Play; the perfect companion to use on Kids to Parks Day for an interactive learning experience.

See What's on the May 17th City Commission Meeting Agenda

Tune in for the next Oakland Park City Commission Meeting on Wednesday, May 17th, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. The Meeting Agenda is posted on the City website, and Commission meetings are streamed live on the City of Oakland Park website or Zoom. Watching the Commission Meetings is a great way to find out what's going on in your community.

How to Participate

Public input can be provided during the Public Comments portion of the City Commission Meeting or during public hearings. To provide public hearing or public comments virtually (limit 4 minutes), you must register by 5 p.m. on the meeting day at Zoom Webinar ID# 838 8003 9099. Written public comments (no more than 250 words) can be submitted for the record to: publiccomments@oaklandparkfl.gov by 5 p.m. the day of the meeting. Call the City Clerk's office at 954-630-4300 for more information.



Watch the Meeting

The City Commission Meeting is available via live web-stream on the City website, on Comcast Channel 78, AT&T Channel 99; and will be available on the City website the following day.

Help Us Plan for the Future

We're looking at ways to enhance connectivity and transportation options in downtown Oakland Park. Join us at the Downtown Mobility Plan virtual public meeting on Tuesday, May 23rd, at 6:30 p.m. to learn about multi-modal access and how safe transportation options support local residents, businesses, and visitors. Staff will discuss efforts to consider vehicular travel, a train stop, and smart growth as the City plans for the future. Provide insight to City staff and traffic experts engaged in planning for the future of our City. Pre-register now to join the meeting and give your input.

Sign Up for Free Health & Wellness Classes

The City of Oakland Park is excited to offer a variety of free classes starting Saturday, May 20th, to help you improve your health and well-being. The new program is part of a citywide effort to support Community Wellness and Recreation, which is a performance area in Oakland Park's Strategic Plan. Experienced instructors are dedicated to providing you with the knowledge and tools you need to lead a healthy and happy life. Whether you want to get in shape, reduce stress, or take better care of yourself, there are a variety of options available. Our free classes are open to all levels, from beginner to advanced; simply contact us at 954-630-4500 to register. Enjoy meditation, cardio & walking, yoga flow, weight training, singing bowls, circuit training, and more. Visit our website for more information.

Lloyd Estates Elementary Opens New Media Center

Members of the City Commission helped cut the ribbon last week to open a new media center at Lloyd Estates Elementary School in Oakland Park. The media center offers students a robust library of books and other student learning resources. The renovation is part of a $6.7 million Broward County Public School Smart Futures project at Lloyd Estates, which includes roofing repairs, HVAC improvements, and ADA restroom renovations. The City of Oakland Park thanks Broward County Public Schools for investing in our schools and our students. Click here to learn more.

Upcoming Neighborhood Participation Meeting

The City facilitates a neighborhood participation meeting program to allow the community to participate early in the planning and permitting process. A potential permit applicant will host a virtual neighborhood participation meeting for the property located at 1383 NE 34th Court on Wednesday, May 31st, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. Click here to pre-register to join the virtual meeting. 

Join Our Team

The City of Oakland Park is hiring! We are looking for a Firefighter Paramedic to serve in the Oakland Park Fire Rescue Department. Enjoy an exciting and rewarding career in a busy department that responds to more than 9,000 calls per year. Visit our website for a complete description and application. Other positions are also available at the City of Oakland Park. Call 954-630-4313 or visit our website for a list of current job opportunities. 

Flood Victims Can Apply for Federal Aid

Federal funding is now available to victims of the April 12th flooding event. Money will be available via grants and low-cost loans for qualified residents and businesses. Affected businesses and residents can apply at DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 800-621-3362.

Bulk Pick-Up is Coming to Zone Four Next Week

Oakland Park offers residents bulk collection service once a month. Next week, starting Monday, May 22nd, is the fourth Monday of the month. The area that will be serviced for bulk trash collection is the area west of NE 5th Avenue between NE 38th Street and Prospect Road and all areas in Oakland Park west of I-95 (see the area shaded in blue on the enclosed map). Please note there is no scheduled bulk collection service for the fifth week of May, starting Monday, May 29th, 2023. Bulk Trash should be placed out between Sunday and 7 a.m. on Monday. Please place only accepted items curbside for bulk collection. Please do not include items such as construction materials or demolition debris. Loose items such as leaves should be bagged and placed on the bulk pile, or they can be placed in waste carts and placed out with your regular waste collection service. Bulk trash collection information, including pick-up schedules and accepted items, can be found on the City website.

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