February 2024

Vol. 5, Issue 2

Leaping into February!

2024 ECA Meeting Schedule

February 7 - March 6 - April 3

(Doors open at 6:30 pm and meeting starts at 6:45 pm)

The next ECA meeting is Wednesday, February 7th at 6:45 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm!

The meeting will be held at the Edgewood Clubhouse, 1790 SW 32nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Meet Marty Kiar

Broward County Property Appraiser

Come learn about the Property Tax Relief for Catastrophic Events

This law provides for a refund of a portion of property taxes for residential improvements rendered uninhabitable for at least 30 days due to a catastrophic event that occurs in 2023. The Department of Revenue developed this guide to help homeowners understand the statute. The information provided in this guide applies to catastrophic

events that occur in 2023. Amendments made to s. 197.319, F.S., by the 2023 Florida Legislature will apply to the 2024 tax

assessment.

THIS MUST BE FILED FOR NO LATER THAN MARCH 1, 2024!

Click Here for more info

Representatives from FLPD and Community Enhancement will also be attending.

Leap Year 2024!

Looking forward to seeing you TOMORROW, February 7, 2024 at 6:45 pm for our next Edgewood Civic Association Meeting (see details below). Everyone in the community makes a difference and we need your help.

During this once every 4 year occasion....we get the benefit of an extra day during the month of February. Heaven knows...who couldn't use more time in their lives? We are definitely putting that extra time to good use as there are so many things happening very quickly in our community and to those areas around us!

Members of the Edgewood Civic Association (ECA) board have been representing our community at multiple meetings regarding our local Parks, City Commission, Building Developments, Design elements and more! Now is the time to unite our diverse and dynamic neighborhood by getting involved as a member of ECA. Please understand that all the Civic Associations are working together to benefit every one of us. BUT WE NEED YOU!

My husband and I were blessed to be able to move back into our Edgewood home a week ago after nearly 9 months! While we still have a ways to go....we are so happy to be back. I appreciate your patience as we get settled and I look forward to getting to know you all much better in the coming months.

On that note...we have a bunch of moving boxes of all sizes that we would like to share at no cost with our Edgewood neighbors who are moving back. The only request is that you would "pay it forward" with those boxes to others who could benefit.

I look forward to each of you getting involved and serving with you to support “OUR NEIGHBORHOOD”…our HOME. There are many opportunities to get involved with ECA. Let’s work together and showcase the power of Edgewood….EDGEWOOD STRONG! Be sure to sign up below to become a member today.

With warmest regards,

Kitty McGowan, President

Edgewood Civic Association

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What's Inside

• Upcoming Meeting Highlights
• AlertFTL
• LauderTrac - City Commission Priorities and News
• Club 55+ Update (FREE Outings throughout the Year)
• Update on Vacation Rentals & Code Compliance
• City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation
• Support the ECA
• Green Your Routine - Bulk Trash Collection and Fines\

AlertFTL

Stay informed in an emergency! Sign Up for Alert FTL 

The City uses Alert FTL to send mass notifications and keep citizens informed in the event of an emergency.

Alert FTL is free to neighbors, simply click here to sign up or call our 24-Hour Customer Service Center at 954-828-8000. 

Read all about the service HERE!

LauderTrac

Tracking Progress on Commission Priorities

City Commission's top priorities

Progress on these priorities is shared quarterly in a memo from the City Manager to the City Commission.

To sign up for City e-news click HERE.

Club 55+ Updated Calendar for October 2023 and Brochure!

Parks and Recreation launched Club 55+, a program that encourages active adults to enjoy endless opportunities at 12 City parks for a discounted annual membership rate of only $55 for residents and non-residents. Residents may also qualify for a fee reduction. Please contact any location for more information. Registration is ongoing. Activities include art, chair yoga, line dance, mahjongg, monthly events, outings, tennis instruction, Zumba, and much more!

For more information, please call (954) 828-7275 (PARK).

• Website: https://www.parks.fortlauderdale.gov/programs/recreation/club-55
• February 2024 Calendar
• Program Guide

Update on Vacation Rentals & Code Compliance

Please find below, contact information that can be use for the reporting of Vacation Rental violations.

Contact information is as follows:

• Police Non-Emergency: 954-764-4357
• Code Enforcement Vacation Rental Supervisor, Leonard Champagne : 954-828-6348 (M-Th)
• Code Enforcement Vacation Rental Inspector, Mr. Jolley: 954-828-4772
• Code Enforcement Main Number: 954-828-5207

Also, our Edgewood Code Compliance Officer for all issues is:

Malaika Murray: 954-828-5740

Information and regulations about vacation rentals within the City of Fort Lauderdale may be found at:

https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/government/departments-a-h/development-services/community-enhancement-and-compliance/administrative-services/vacation-rental-program

Residential Bulk Waste Collection

The Bulk Trash Pickup Program features collection of large household items and tree trimmings, up to 10 cubic yards in size, for residential customers. Items accepted for bulk trash pickup include: appliances, furniture, carpet, mattresses, and toys. Please do not place tires in bulk piles.

Fines

Bulk trash should not be put out for collection more than 24 hours before your collection day. In Edgewood, collection day is the first Thursday of each month. If Code Enforcement officers see any bulk trash out too early, they will spray paint a warning somewhere visible on the pile of bulk trash. If that bulk trash is not removed before pickup, you will be cited with a $300 fine, that will appear on your City of Fort Lauderdale utility bill.

Schedules and Routes

Bulk trash is collected once per month. Edgewood's pick-up is the 1st Thursday of the month. If you cannot wait for your collection day, you may schedule an appointment for pick-up. There is a fee for this service.

Set Out Instructions

Please place all items at least four feet away from any waste carts, mailboxes, trees, and/or power lines. Avoid blocking storm drains; lay items in such a way as to minimize the likelihood of them blowing over.

Alternatives to Bulk Trash Pick-Up 

Often, the items you place in bulk trash can actually be useful to others. Before you throw something away, please investigate whether donating, scrapping, or otherwise disposing of your old items is a possibility. Find out more here.

Yard Waste 

Yard waste, such as tree branches and large quantities of leaves in boxes/bags, may also be set out on bulk collection days.

More Information

For all questions regarding Bulk Trash or other sanitation and Clean City services, please call the 24-Hour Customer Service Center at 954-828-8000 or online.

Download the Bulk Trash Program Information Guide Download the Bulk Trash Pickup Schedule Map.