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City of Sunrise Cultural Festival Set for November 7 Sunrise will host a community-wide Cultural Festival on Saturday, November 7, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at City Park (6700 Sunset Strip). Admission is free. This family-friendly event will feature multi-ethnic foods, unique retail vendors, children's activities, rides and demonstrations. There will also be live entertainment, including performances by Steel and Ivory and South Florida reggae legends Fourth Dimension. The Cultural Festival is presented by Sunrise in partnership with All Service, and with the support of Advance Auto Parts, Neighbors IGA Food Market and Beef 'O' Brady's. For more information, call (954) 747-4600. Important Information about Defective Chinese Drywall The City's Community Development Department has received inquiries regarding the potential presence of defective Chinese drywall within Sunrise. To date, no confirmed cases of defective Chinese drywall have been found. However, residents should be aware of the most current information regarding this issue. What are some signs of defective Chinese drywall? A wet matchbox or rotten egg smell (not found in all affected homes)
Corrosion on air-handler coils, requiring an unusual rate of replacement
Failure of low-voltage electronics
Soot and corrosion on copper, silver and chrome
Drywall marked with "China" label (not found in all cases)
If you suspect the presence of defective Chinese drywall, these steps are recommended:
View the online resources of the Florida Department of Health and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission
File a complaint with state and federal agencies.
Have baseline medical tests done
Do not attempt to remediate yet - turn to reputable attorneys and inspection companies for assistance
Be aware...
Scam artists may claim they can provide cheap air-quality or chemical tests - which don't exist
Class action lawsuits could result in years of litigation, and might not cover remediation
If you're affected by defective Chinese drywall, there is no quick fix. The best remediation appears to be the removal of tainted drywall by a licensed contractor. However, a protocol is needed to identify tainted drywall, and consensus must be reached on an accepted method of remediation.
Charter Review Board Seeks Residents' Input
The Sunrise Charter Review Board is responsible for reviewing the City Charter, receiving public input, and recommending Charter amendments to the City Commission. To play a role in this important process, attend one or more of the Board's upcoming meetings:
Tuesday, October 20, at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 17, at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 15, at 5:30 p.m.
Charter Review Board meetings take place in the Commission Chambers of Sunrise City Hall, located at 10770 West Oakland Park Boulevard. For more information, call (954) 746-3333.
Golf Course, Library and Pool Closures
This season, several facilities in Sunrise are closing for enhancement or replacement. Details are listed below:
Springtree Golf Course
On Wednesday, September 30, Springtree Golf Club closed for renovations to its 67-acre course. Initial work includes a complete restoration of the greens, performed by McCumber Golf, Inc. - led by former PGA pro Mark McCumber.
In addition to improvements to the greens, infrastructure upgrades - including a new irrigation system and drainage repairs - will also be addressed. When complete in 2010, the renovations will provide enhanced play for golfers of all levels.
The City debuted the first phase of improvements to Springtree Golf Club in 2004, when it unveiled a new $4 million, 7,000-square-foot clubhouse. The clubhouse - which features spacious locker rooms and a modern pro shop - will also close during course renovations.
Sunset Strip Branch Library
On Wednesday, September 30, the Sunset Strip Branch Library - located at 6600 Sunset Strip - temporarily closed its doors. The 4,000-square-foot facility will be replaced by a 10,000-square-foot library to be constructed on the adjacent lot. The new branch library, expected to be completed in 2011, is designed to meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification requirements established by the U.S. Green Building Council. The Council is a national not-for-profit organization that encourages environmental responsibility.
The after school program formerly housed in the Sunset Strip Branch Library has been moved to the Village Multipurpose Center - a new recreation and learning center operated by the City in partnership with the School Board of Broward County.
Sunrise residents may obtain books and other library resources at these nearby facilities:
Dan Pearl Branch Library. 10500 West Oakland Park Boulevard, (954) 749-2521.
West Regional Library. 8601 West Broward Boulevard, (954) 382-5860.
Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library. 3521 NW 43 Avenue, (954) 497-3627.
Lauderhill Mall Branch Library. 4257 NW 12 Street, (954) 797-1000.
Lauderhill Towne Centre Library. 6399 West Oakland Park Boulevard, (954) 497-1630.
Sunrise Civic Center 50-Meter Pool
On Friday, October 30, the 50-meter pool at the Sunrise Civic Center - located at 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard - will close for the re-application of Diamond Brite. This process is expected to take no longer than 45 days. During this time, programs will be relocated to the Civic Center's family pool, or to Welleby Pool at Sunrise Tennis Club (9605 West Oakland Park Boulevard).
For information regarding any of these closures, call (954) 747-4600.
November 11: Veterans Day Ceremony and Office Closures
On Wednesday, November 11, at 11:00 a.m., Sunrise will host a celebration in honor of all military veterans. The City's Veterans Day Ceremony will take place at Welleby Park (11100 NW 44th Street) and will feature a 21-gun salute, distinguished speakers and the presentation of colors. Light refreshments will be served.
This event also provides community members with an opportunity to support active U.S. military service personnel. After the ceremony, please take a moment to write a note and help prepare a care package for our troops overseas. Donations for these care packages - items such as pre-packaged snack foods, individual packets of Gatorade mix, non-chocolate candy, personal hygiene products and current magazines - are appreciated. Items for care packages will also be collected at the Sunrise Senior Center. For more information about the Ceremony and the care packages, call (954)746-3670.
In observance of Veterans Day, City offices will be closed on November 11. The Sunrise Senior Center will also be closed. However, Sunrise parks - as well as the City's Tennis Club, the Civic Center Aquatics Complex and the Civic Center Athletic Club - will maintain their regular operating hours.
2010 Census: It's In Our Hands
Every 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau is tasked with counting the entire population of the United States. All residents are included - citizens and non-citizens of every race and ethnic group.
Census information plays an important role in our day-to-day lives: It is used to distribute Congressional seats to states, to make decisions about what community services to provide, and to allocate $300 billion in federal funds to local, state and tribal governments each year.
Preparations are already underway for the 2010 Census. Beginning in mid-March, more than 120 million questionnaires will be delivered to U.S. residential addresses. With only 10 questions, the 2010 Census questionnaire will take just 10 minutes to complete - and answers are confidential. By law, the Census Bureau cannot share an individual's questionnaire responses with anyone, including other federal agencies and law enforcement entities.
The City of Sunrise encourages your participation. For more information on the 2010 Census, please visit Broward County's 2010 Census Web site.
Please note: Recruiting for temporary Census employees is underway in Broward County. If you are interested in applying for a Census job, call 1-866-861-2010. You may also visit the Census site and take their practice employment test.
Police Department Announces Citizen Volunteer Patrol
Sunrise's new Citizen Volunteer Patrol (CVP) Program was developed to meet the changing needs of the community and to further promote the City's philosophy of Community-Oriented Policing. CVP volunteers will support and assist the Sunrise Police Department and the community in improving the overall quality of life for residents. This program is designed to:
Aid in the reduction of crime within our community
Strengthen the relationship between the community and the Department
Promote effective lines of communication throughout the community to achieve safety and security within our neighborhoods
CVP volunteers must be 21 years of age or older, and must reside or own a business within Sunrise. City of Sunrise employees are not eligible to participate.
For more information, contact the Sunrise Police Department's Office of Community Policing at (954) 746-3384.
Landscape Recovery Program for Homes and Businesses
The City of Sunrise has experienced a significant loss of tree canopy in recent years, largely as a result of hurricane damage and drought conditions. In an effort to help property owners restore landscaping while minimizing their costs, the City has implemented a two-tier Landscape Recovery Program:
Category I provides for a 50% reduction in fees for landscaping and irrigation permits through September 30, 2009. This category applies only to single-family and multi-family residences.
Category II - for owners of non-residential property and homeowner association common areas - also provides for a 50% reduction in fees for landscaping and irrigation permits. In addition, the City will make staff available to help develop a detailed landscape and irrigation installation schedule designed to bring a property into compliance within 18 months.
For more information, call (954) 746-3270 or view the following documents:
Landscape Recovery Program: Overview
Landscape Recovery Program: Applicaton for Category II
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