Notes:
- For the most up-to-date information on City meetings, including full agendas, cancellations, changes of venue, or changes to times/dates, visit the City’s “Meetings” page here.
Did you know? You can sign up for City Commission Meeting Agenda Notifications
Click here to submit your email address, and you’ll be notified about new City Commission Meeting Agendas.
“How Do I….?”
The City of Tamarac has a great page where you can find out how to learn about many things in the city. Just visit the “How Do I” page, here. You can learn all about how to apply for a business license, view the transit map, and just about anything else!
Food Distribution Drive-Through
Be sure to come early to participate in this community initiative!
- When: October 25, 9:00am while supplies last
- Where: Tamarac Sports Complex, 9901 NW 77th St, Tamarac, FL 33321
Free Chlorination: Happening Now
Broward County has temporarily returned to using free chlorine in the drinking water system serving east Tamarac (east of State Road 7/U.S. 441). This is a preventative maintenance procedure, and is a common practice for water systems using combined chlorine disinfection. The chlorination period is anticipated to be transparent to water customers; however, some may notice a slight change in the taste or smell of their tap water.
- When: This began on October 10 and will end on October 31
- More information: For more information, call the Water Treatment Plant at (954) 597-3775 or click here.
Reminders
Sign Up for the Junior STEM Program!
This Junior STEM Program for ages 4-6 introduces young learners to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math through hands-on activities and playful exploration. Kids will engage in fun, age-appropriate experiments, building foundational skills in problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork, all while sparking curiosity about the world around them. Each class includes a take home activity for your child to demonstrate what they have learned in class.
- When: Saturdays from 10:00 am to 11:00 am beginning November 2; classes run for four weeks
- Where: Tamarac Park, 7501 North University Drive, Tamarac, FL 33321
- Cost: $60 residents, $70 non-residents
- Registration: Pre-registration is required; click here to register or register in person at Tamarac Park.
- More information: For more information, please call 954-597-3674
City Businesses – Make Your Voice Heard
Do you have a business in Tamarac? Here’s your opportunity to complete this year’s Business Survey.
Every few years, the City surveys our business community to get your opinion of city services. Your responses will help guide decisions about Tamarac’s projects, programs, and services.
You can complete the survey by clicking here.
Once you have fully completed the survey, you will have an opportunity to enter a drawing for a chance to win a $500 prepaid Visa gift card.
Residents: Take the City of Tamarac Survey!
- Every few years, the City of Tamarac surveys the community to learn how you feel about City services. Your responses will help guide decisions about Tamarac’s projects, programs, and services.
- You may complete your survey online at org.
- At the end of the survey, once you have fully completed it, you will have an opportunity to enter a drawing for a chance to win a $500 prepaid visa gift card.
Make a Difference for Homeless Veterans
- Did you know one out of four homeless men and women have served our country? You can help make a difference by donating toiletries, gift cards, and more.
- Items can be dropped off at the Parks and Recreation Administration building, 6001 Nob Hill Road, Tamarac, FL 33321.
Adopt A Street
Ever thought about adopting a street? Tamarac’s Adopt-A-Street program gives volunteers the chance to make a real difference by keeping our neighborhoods clean, one street at a time. It’s a fantastic way for residents to come together, helping to remove litter throughout the year. If this sounds like something you’d love to do, click here for all the details and to claim your own street!
Tamarac TV!
According to the City, “Tamarac TV is the official news channel for the City of Tamarac, Florida, featuring City Commission meetings, news and announcements, upcoming event information as well as emergency alert information.”
To learn more about how and where to watch Tamarac TV, visit https://www.tamarac.org/1339/Tamarac-TV.
What a Great Way to Participate in Making Tamarac Even Better!
Make Tamarac shine even brighter with See, Click, Fix! Residents and businesses alike can use this online tool to give compliments, share feedback, and even submit service requests to the City!
Check it out today by opening an account at tamarac.org/help.
Enrollment for Tamarac’s Owner-Occupied Minor Home Repair Program is Still Open!
- More details:
- Homeowners must meet and verify income requirements to qualify.
- The property must be homesteaded and must be the applicant’s primary residence.
- Applicants are required to sign 15-Year Recapture loan documents.
- Visit tamarac.org/425 for additional details and the program application.
Tamarac is Hiring!
As of this writing, the City of Tamarac has many positions posted, from a Part-Time Bus Driver to an Electrician and many more.
If you’re interested in a particular position and don’t see any current openings, you can sign up for job alerts here.
The city offers a variety of benefits, including financial benefits such as pension plans, credit union memberships; health benefits including group policies and sick leave; and personal benefits such as an Education Assistance Program and personal/vacation leave.
To explore the city’s employee benefits, click here.
It’s Still Storm Season – Sign Up For Free CodeRED Alerts From the City of Tamarac
Did you know? Tamarac offers free CodeRED alerts to notify citizens of emergency alerts like critical weather notices and boil water alerts. Visit www.Tamarac.me/CodeRED to register for these FREE notifications, which are even more important during hurricane season, in addition to the temperature extremes we’ve seen this summer.
You can learn more about CodeRED, as well as find other valuable storm prep tips, in our July 2022 post.
Join the Tamarac Citizen Observer Patrol Park Unit!
Broward Sheriff’s Office Citizen Observer Patrol (COPS) are community volunteers who help deputies keep our parks and neighborhoods safe. These COPS patrol with a hands-off approach and report suspicious activity.
More information: For more information on volunteering for the Tamarac District, please contact Deputy Jennifer Marion at (954)247-6016 or Jennifer_Marion@sheriff.org.
Sign Up for Tamarac’s Residential Assistance Program
The Residential Assistance Program assists with mortgage, rent, utility payments, and past due HOA fees. There is also a first-time homebuyer program; more information is available here.
- When: Applications for the 2024 Residential Assistance Program are available by visiting Tamarac.org/Housing.
- More details: The program will remain open until funds are exhausted. All criteria are available here.
- More information: For more information, please email Carolyn Francis-Royer, MPA, Housing and Community Development Manager, at francis-royer@tamarac.org or call 954-597-3549.
Broward County Mobility Advancement Program Includes Many Tamarac Projects
As of this writing, there are 51 projects in various phases (from planning to complete) affecting Tamarac that are part of the Broward County Mobility Advancement initiative. One such completed project is the 70th Avenue Traffic Calming Project.
Note: You can learn more about the Broward County Municipal Capital Projects here. The site contains a wealth of information regarding the status, cost, etc. of each project.
You can also see a county-wide map here. This map also allows you to view projects by city.
Important Notes About City Meetings:
- The public may watch meetings online through the city’s website (https://www.tamarac.org/1113/Meetings), or via Facebook Live.
- Unless otherwise indicated, in-person meetings are held in the Commission Chamber at 7525 NW 88th Avenue, Tamarac, Florida 33321.
- Upcoming public meetings are listed on the city website at https://www.tamarac.org/1113/Meetings, along with their respective agendas, links to watch the meetings online, and links to sign up for public participation if applicable.
- In addition, here’s important information about City Commission meetings:
- The City Commission holds a workshop meeting on the Monday prior to each regular commission meeting at 9:30 am in City Hall, Conference Room 105, where agenda items are discussed at length. Regular commission meetings are held on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 pm or 9:30 am, respectively, in the City Hall Commission Chambers. Special topic workshops are scheduled as needed.
- Any member of the public, wishing to comment publicly on the record, on any matter, may sign up with the City Clerk before or during the meeting. If any member of the public requires additional information about this City Commission meeting or has any questions about how to sign up or submit a comment at the meeting, please contact:
Kimberly Dillon, City Clerk
CityClerk@Tamarac.org
City of Tamarac
7525 NW 88th Avenue, Tamarac, FL 33321
954-597-3505
