August 25, 2023

We're Keeping Progress at the Forefront

The City of Hallandale Beach is committed to being a leader in sustainability and resiliency initiatives. From our parks and green spaces to our roadways and our water distribution and stormwater systems, we are always working on projects that keep Progress at the Forefront in our city. 

Head to the link below to learn about the 40-plus improvement projects we have in the works. 

Click here to learn how we're keeping Progress at the Forefront.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award Nominations Are Due Today

Our Human Services Department is accepting nominations for the 2023 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award for individuals who help progress equality and exemplify inclusivity, collaboration, and trustworthiness in our Hallandale Beach community. 

All nominations must be received online by 4 p.m. today, August 25, 2023. Questions? Please call the Human Services Department at (954) 457-1460.

Click here to submit a nomination for the 2023 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award.

Back-to-School Safety Reminders

Broward County Public Schools started back this week. Please make safety your first priority this year by slowing down in school zones, putting your phone away, stopping for busses, and looking twice for students crossing the road.

Family-friendly Events

Family Craft Night

Let's get crafty! Join us for Family Craft Night tonight, August 25, 2023, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the OB Johnson Center (1000 NW 8th Avenue) for an evening of creativity with the whole family. 

Click here to register for Family Craft Night.

3-on-3 Basketball

Break a sweat with us! 3-on-3 basketball is tomorrow, August 26, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the OB Johnson Center (1000 NW 8th Avenue). Players ages 13 and older are welcome to join in, but registration is required.

Click here for more info on the 3-on-3 basketball.

The International Coastal Cleanup Returns Next Month

Join us as we "seas" the day with Broward County and the Ocean Conservancy during the annual International Coastal Cleanup on September 16, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at South City Beach Park (1870 S. Ocean Drive).

Every year, over one million volunteers across over 120 countries participate worldwide to help keep our waterways clean of trash. To participate, please register in advance, and bring a hat, gloves, sunscreen, and water. As a thank you, we’ll cover your parking!

Click here for more info and to register for the International Coastal Cleanup.

Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Department Updates

Register for Girls Volleyball

Registration is still open for our 2023 Girls Fall Volleyball Program! Practices will take place at the OB Johnson Park Gym, and the registration fee covers a jersey, games and practices, and a year-end banquet. Please note, registration closes on August 31, 2023, and the first day of practice is on September 4, 2023.

Click here to register for the 2023 Girls Fall Volleyball Program.

Teen Zone After School Program

Although summer is almost over, that doesn’t mean the fun needs to stop. Our Teen Zone after school program registration is open for teens ages 13 through 17-years-old. This program offers Hallandale Beach teen residents peace of mind, study hours, new friends, volunteer activities, career development programs, and so much more! Don't delay, our after school program fills up quickly. To register, please call the Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Department at (954) 457-1460.

Click here for more info on the Teen Zone after school program.

Thanks to a generous sponsorship from the Fenstersheib Law Group, PA, youth residents can receive a FREE annual membership for the OB Johnson Park Open Gym program. Open Gym is a drop-in program that allows our community to enjoy the basketball and volleyball courts at OB Johnson Park gym. A one-time, in-person parental registration is required. For more information, call OB Johnson Center at (954) 457-1600.

Click here for more info on the Open Gym program.

Sponsors and Vendors Needed for Halloween Trail of Treats

Our annual Halloween event is back with a twist. We’re taking it inside with our Halloween Trail of Treats on October 31, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. where ghouls and goblins will enjoy carnival games, music, photo stations, a haunted maze, entertainment, loads of treats, and more. Sponsorship opportunities are available on a first come, first served basis. Submit your application today!

Click here for more info on this year's Halloween Trail of Treats.

Click here for info on sponsorship and vendor opportunities.

Golden Isles Park Off Leash Dog Areas Temporary Closure

Labor Day Weekend Beach Parking

Final Tax Free Weekends of the Year

Don't forget, the State of Florida is hosting multiple tax-free holidays, so you can stock up on home and storm preparedness essentials.

• Freedom Summer Sales Tax Holiday: Now through September 4, 2023
• Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday: Tomorrow through September 8, 2023
• Tool Time Sales Tax Holiday: September 2, 2023, through September 8, 2023

Click here for more info on the sales tax holidays.

Hallandale Beach False Alarm Reduction Program

In 2022 alone, the City of Hallandale Beach Police Department answered over 10,000 false alarm calls. To reduce the amount of false calls they respond to, they recently acquired CryWolf, an alarm monitoring program, that manages alarm correspondence and invoices to maximize compliance and engagement with alarm users.  

Businesses owners and residents with alarm systems are required to register for CryWolf by October 1, 2023.

Click here to register for CryWolf.

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