Next Commission Meeting: Monday, June 17, 2024 | 7 p.m. |
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New Service Date Changes Now in Effect Garbage, Recycling, Bulk Trash Service |
Starting this week, the new service dates for garbage, recycling, and bulk trash are in effect. Find out if your service days have changed by clicking "Learn More" below to find the Solid Waste Collection Lookup App and enter your address. |
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WestonGOV AcademyFinance and Budget Day |
At last week's session of WestonGOV Academy, members participated in a tabletop budget board game scenario whereby they are the Commission and must balance the budget while real-world events impact their budget decisions. Balancing the budget isn’t easy when issues like storm cleanups and state mandates are thrown into the mix. The evening spent with Finance and Budget provided some excellent insight into how the City of Weston funds the annual budget and where the funds are spent. |
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There is Still Time to Join the Parade on July 4 |
If you, your group, or your organization are interested in being in Weston’s Hometown Fourth of July Parade, the application is available online. Don’t wait too long, the deadline to apply is June 14! This year’s parade theme is Celebrating the American Dream. Get your creative juices flowing and bring on your patriotic pride. We’ll see you at the parade! |
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Register for the Fourth of July 5K |
On your mark... get set... GOOOO and register today for Weston's Fourth of July Hometown Celebration 5K Run/Walk. Whether you’re running, jogging or walking, everyone is welcome to come out and get their steps in before the Fourth of July Parade. The race kicks off on Thursday, July 4, at 7:15 a.m., starting and ending in Weston Town Center. All participants will receive a race t-shirt and finisher’s medal. Don’t wait, reserve your spot by registering today. |
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Hurricane PreparednessYour Preparedness Kit |
Hurricane season is here! Are you ready for the storm season? We encourage you to be #WestonReady through the season. Get a jump start on your preparations by making sure that your supplies are in order at home. It is important to make sure you and your family have supplies for at least three days following a storm’s impact to our area. You still have time to gather disaster preparedness supplies all tax-free through June 14. |
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Summer is Here!Camp Options for Your Child |
Keeping your kids entertained and active has become easier with the YMCA Summer Camp and other sports league camps in Weston.
The Weston YMCA Summer Camp, for ages five through 12, will enjoy arts and crafts, songs, games, YFIT, swimming and character value development. For ages 12 to 15, the Leadership in Training camp is a great option. The camp focuses on helping teens develop leadership skills, team building and community service projects while also participating in traditional day camp activities. Campers ages 13 through 17 have the unique opportunity for fun through field trips and special activities such as attending a Marlins game or visiting Zoo Miami in the Camp Y Adventure Tripper Camp.
If the YMCA camp is not right for your child, check out sports camps in Weston where kids can enjoy playing and developing their skills in baseball, soccer, tackle football, cheer, tennis and more.
If your child is not into sports but is interested in robotics or wants to get started, the VEX-IQ Robotics Summer Camp at the Weston Community Center is the right place for them. |
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Water Smart WestonSafe Summer Fun = Swim Lessons |
A refreshing dive under the scorching heat is a perfect way to start the summer. But learning how to swim is critical to having a safe and enjoyable summer. The Children’s Services Council of Broward County has partnered with Broward County’s SWIM Central program to provide a coupon to help off-set the cost of swimming instruction for children ages six months through four years old. |
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Broward County LibrarySummer Reading Program |
This summer, adventure begins at your library. Your Broward Library’s free, all-ages Summer Learning program began this week and runs through August 10. The program includes, “adventure-themed workshops, programs and classes. Along with exciting books, attendees will discover wellness, art, travel, science, trivia contests, crafts and musical and theatrical productions.” Start off on your child’s adventure by finding programming, classes and more at your local Weston Branch library. |
|  | Help Your Pets Chill in the Summer Swelter |
Pet parents are already feeling the effects of the extreme heat hitting South Florida so imagine how your furry family member feels walking on hot asphalt when heat indexes are near or over 100 degrees.
Currently, there is a nationwide crisis of hot weather-related cat and dog deaths, and unfortunately, Florida ranked second in the nation for states with heat-related pet deaths.
Broward County Animal Control offers some tips to beat the heat. |
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Sales Tax Holiday Expiring June 30 |
There is still time to purchase home-hardening impact-resistant doors, windows, and garage doors, all tax-free until June 30, 2024. If you are looking to get a gas stove or ENERGY STAR washing machines, clothes dryers, water heaters, refrigerators or combo refrigerators/freezers, the last day to purchase any of these items tax-free is June 30, 2024. |
| | Healthy Living TipThe MIND Diet |
The number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s is expected to rise over time. This June, for Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, learn about the MIND (Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay) diet, which focuses on consuming plant-based foods and limiting animal products and high-saturated foods. |
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