Aug 31 2010
Tiger’s weekend escape isn’t first time wild animal has gotten loose at S. Florida zoos
By Sally Kestin, Sun Sentinel
August 30, 2010
Bengal tiger weighing in excess of 500 pounds, managed to jump over a 12′ fence because of an escaped gibbon near his cage – all to the amazement and alarm of visitors Saturday afternoon.
Aug 24 2010
Today is our Primary, so make every effort to find time to vote.
If you need to know who is on the ballot:
Find your Precinct:
http://www.browardsoe.org/PrecinctFinder.aspx
Sample: The Current People in Office for Precinct T011
http://www.browardsoe.org/ElectedOfficials.aspx?PrecinctID=2234
Sample Ballot for Precinct T011
http://www.browardsoe.org/SampleBallot.aspx?eid=113&PrecinctID=2234
Still undecided – or you have no clue who to vote for?
First it is important to know your candidates, but for those that need some “guidance”:
Broward Teacher’s Union endorses school board candidates
http://weblogs.sun-sentinel.com/educationblog/2010/07/broward_teachers_union_endorses_school_board_candidates.html
(Be sure to read the comments)
T.J Reddick Bar Association Endorses Judicial Candidates for August 2010 Election
http://browardsblog.blogspot.com/2010/08/tj-reddick-bar-association-endorses.html
I am only providing information for people to see what others are recommending. I do not support or condone the recommendations or views of these articles. It is your right to understand what you want and whom you feel best represents your views in office.
Today is the day to exercise your right to vote.
Aug 21 2010
Cash for clunker AC systems details announcedAugust 20, 2010 By Diane C. Lade, Sun Sentinel
State officials, announcing long-awaited details of its latest “cash for clunker” program Friday, said Floridians could snare a $1,500 flat fee rebate for replacing their central air conditioning systems with more energy efficient units starting this month.
The program opens Aug. 30, and will run through the end of the year or until the $15 million the Governor’s Energy Office set aside for it runs out.
There is a catch..
The Energy Star air-conditioning program is tied to duct system inspections – so you may need to contact a Florida Class 1 rated, a Florida licensed mechanical contractor, or a recognized test and balance agent. This could cost a few hundred dollars out of your pocket.
Plus you could still qualify for an FP&L rebate.
I am not sure if this would be a valid Duct Inspection for the rebate, but FP&L offers a Duct inspection service:
http://www.fpl.com/residential/savings/energy_advisor/cooling_heating/ducttest.shtml
Rebates are on a first come, first served basis and applications must be postmarked by Dec. 31.
Aug 20 2010
This Hurricane Season has been a bit quiet for all the predictions.
StormPulse.com
They say the possibility of a Hurricane may increase over the next two months, but the StormPulse Weather maps look pretty quiet at this time.
I, for one, would enjoy the rest of the summer without any drama.
Aug 18 2010
Broward County commissioners may raise tax rates and cut servicesBills would go up for some; services would go down for all
By Brittany Wallman, Sun Sentinel
August 17, 2010
Taxpayers, you’ll see it in the mail soon, if you haven’t already. Broward County commissioners are poised to raise the tax rate that pays for general county services for the first time in 12 years.
What’s not in your tax notice is this bad news: County services will get worse.
Aug 17 2010
Red-light camera tickets drop with new law
Looser enforcement triggers 77 percent decline in right-turn violations
Michael Mayo – Sun Sentinel Columnist
August 16, 2010
Mercifully, at least one South Florida city has stepped on the brakes when it comes to overzealous enforcement at red-light camera intersections.
Hallandale Beach’s lone red-light camera has generated more than $1.3 million in fines since it went live in January, but there has been a huge decrease in right-turn violations since a new state law took effect on July 1.
The new Florida State law:
The law says cities are no longer supposed to cite offenders who make slow-rolling right turns “in a careful and prudent manner.”
Aug 12 2010
Planets, moon, meteors to grace night sky
By Robert Nolin, Sun Sentinel
August 11, 2010
A heavenly threesome will appear after dusk, when a trio of planets glides above a fragile crescent moon. Later, the fabled Perseid meteor shower will adorn the night with up to 50 shooting stars an hour.
Aug 10 2010
Broward rehires many laid-off teachers, thanks to federal stimulus money
U.S. House poised to pass education stimulus
By Rafael A. Olmeda, Sun Sentinel
August 9, 2010
Hundreds of Broward County teachers who thought they’d lost their jobs this summer are getting phone calls and letters telling them to report back to work next week, thanks to an expected influx of federal money coming to Florida.
Read the comments – they range from the left to the right
Aug 07 2010
Sales tax holiday is back, Aug. 13-15Clothing, supplies purchased Aug. 13-15 are tax free
By Diane C. Lade, Sun Sentinel
August 5, 2010
Florida’s sales tax holiday, coming up next weekend after a two-year hiatus, is promoted as a chance for parents to stock up on back-to-school attire and supplies. But the tax break isn’t just for kids. It’s for anyone who wants to buy a skirt, a pencil, a raincoat or any of the dozens of items on the state-approved tax-exempt list.
For a complete list of exempt items:
http://dor.myflorida.com
Here is the PDF short version:
http://dor.myflorida.com/dor/pdf/tax_relief_poster.pdf
Aug 07 2010
Davie council approves red-light cameras
By Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel
August 5, 2010
DAVIE —
Red-light cameras are coming to Davie — along with $158 fines for those captured by them.
Other Cities that approved red-light cameras or have them in use:
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