We’ve
heard that the City is responsible for the rear drainage swales in Pine
Tree Estates.
Neither the City
nor the Pine Tree Water Control District is responsible for the rear
drainage swales behind the homes in Pine Tree Estates. As per the City’s
Code of Ordinance, each individual property owner is responsible to
keep the rear drainage swale adjacent to their property in a mowed condition,
free of structures, plant overgrowth and debris. Failure to maintain
a swale as required can subject the adjacent property owner to Code
Enforcement action up to and including a property lien and subsequent
foreclosure.
What we’ve
heard that is University Drive is connecting to Palm Beach County.
Palm Beach County
Board of County Commission proposed a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to
remove the University and Riverside Drive connections to Broward County.
This request was forwarded to the State Department of Community Affairs
(“DCA”) which determined that additional action is required
by Palm Beach County before the roadway connections can be removed.
Based upon the direction provided by DCA, the City is working with representatives
from the Florida Department of Transportation, District Four; Broward
County Metropolitan Organization (“MPO”); Palm Beach County
MPO and other entities to determine the future of University Drive.
If you would like additional information, please contact the Planning
and Zoning Department at (954) 753-5040.
What we’ve
heard is that the mixed use project known as Parkland Village is not
proceeding.
The commercial portion
of Parkland Village has obtained City Commission approval and construction
on the site is anticipated to begin sometime this year. The elementary
school site is also planned to begin construction in the upcoming months.
Due to the housing market, Engle Homes will not be proceeding with the
construction of the residential portion of the project. They have walked
away from the project and the lender institution has been in contact
with the City and is looking into their options for the property. If
you would like additional information, please contact the Planning and
Zoning Department at (954) 753-5040.
What we’ve
heard is that the Parkland Commons project is behind schedule.
The property owner and the
general contractor, SIKON Construction Corporation, is working very
diligently to ensure the project is completed on schedule. It is staff's
understanding that Publix would like to open before the beginning of
summer. Staff is continually working with the property owner and contractor
to ensure the project is completed as scheduled.
What we’ve
heard is that the Wedge Piece (acquisition of the Palm Beach land south
of the canal) is not being annexed into Broward County.
The determination
of the Wedge Parcel is contingent upon University Drive being removed
from the Palm Beach County Long Range Transportation plans. At this
time, the property is still located in Unincorporated Palm Beach County.
Once the State makes the determination about whether University Drive
will be constructed (in the future), then we will know if the property
will be annexed into unincorporated Broward County or the City. If you
would like additional information, please contact the Planning and Zoning
Department. At (954) 753-5040
What We've Heard: The Holmberg Road design is almost complete.
The Holmberg Road
design, which includes widening the roadway to accommodate new bicycle
lanes from State Road 7 to University Drive, adding an 8' sidewalk on
the north side of the road from State Road 7 to Parkside Drive, extending
an existing 12" water main from Parkside Drive to Riverside Drive,
and the addition of approximately 14 fire hydrants is in the final design
stages. Calvin-Giordano and Associates is working on the section from
State Road 7 to Parkside Drive, which is approximately 95% complete.
Kimley-Horn and Associates is working on the section from Parkside Drive
to University Drive, which is approximately 95% complete as well. The
plans have been submitted to the City of Coconut Creek for final review
and approval of the water main design. The plans have also been submitted
to Broward County Traffic Engineering for review and approval of the
pavement markings and to the Florida Department of Transportation for
their approval of a roadway connection permit. And, plans have been
reviewed and approved by the South Florida Water Management District
and North Springs Improvement District for drainage related issues.
Submittals to the Broward County Board of Health and the Coral Springs
Fire Department will follow shortly. For more information regarding
Capital Projects, contact Horacio Danovich, Capital Projects Manager,
at (954) 757-4143.
What We’ve
Heard: The City is requiring criminal background checks for sports leagues.
At the present time
the City does not require criminal background checks for sports leagues.
There is no state or federal law requiring criminal background checks.
Sexual predator checks are required for all coaches for all City Recognized
Sports Leagues. The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is reviewing
surrounding municipality’s requirements as well as reviewing national
organizations recommendations in order to bring a potential policy to
the City Commission for implementation.
What We've Heard: Parkland Is Responsible For Maintenance Of The Roadway
System Within Country Acres.
The roadway system
within Country Acres, including Godfrey Road and Pinetree Road, is
privately owned, which did not change when the property was annexed
into the City of Parkland. To that end, all roadway maintenance and
repairs are the responsibility of the adjacent homeowners For more
information regarding Engineering Permits, contact Horacio Danovich,
Capital Projects Manager, at (954) 757-4143.
What We’ve
Heard: The YMCA Of Broward County Will Be Operating The Community Center.
The City of Parkland
is proud to announce an agreement with the YMCA of Broward County
for the YMCA to operate the Community Center as the Parkland YMCA
Family Center. The YMCA has been a leader in programming for over
150 years and will continue their excellence here in Parkland. The
YMCA will be solely responsible for the programming within the facility
and all operations of the facility. Any questions regarding programs,
employment opportunities, prices or general questions can be directed
to the YMCA at (954) 334-9622
What We’ve
Heard: The City Is Mandating That Water And Sewer Lines Be Brought Down
The Roads In Pine Tree Estates With The Cost Of The Project Being Assessed
To The Residents.
The City has
no plans at this time to bring water and sewer lines down the roads
in Pine Tree Estates. IN this year's Capital Improvement Budget, the
City Commission authorized the installation of 19 fire hydrants along
Holmberg Road from NW 61st Avenue to Riverside Drive. This project
will improve the fire service level of service in Pine Tree Estates
by adding a dependable and unlimited water source.
What We've
Heard: A Publix Is Coming To Parkland
Currently under
construction at the northwest intersection of University Drive and
Trails End is a commercial development known as Parkland Commons.
Parkland Commons has been approved for a 46,031 square foot Publix;
five (5) retail buildings totaling 39,897.30 square feet; one (1)
4,339 square foot restaurant building; and a 2.07 acre lake area.
What We’ve
Heard: The City Runs The Sports Programs.
Each of the City
Recognized Sports Programs (Flag Football, Tackle Football, Recreational
Soccer, Travel Soccer, Lacrosse, Little League, Travel Baseball, Basketball,
Adult Soccer, Softball and Travel Softball) are run by private non-profit
organizations and not by the City. Each organization had to apply
to become a City Recognized Program by appearing before the Parks
and Recreation Advisory Board. Each program must operate under the
City of Parkland Sports Policy, however they each have their own rules
and regulations specific to their program.
What We’ve
Heard: The City Is No Longer Going To Allow Non-residents To Participate
In Sports Programs.
Non-residents
are still permitted to participate in all sports programs. During
the June 20, 2007 City Commission meeting, the City Commission approved
instituting a non-resident sport card. For non-residents to participate
in any sports program they must now purchase a non-resident sport
card from the City prior to individual league registration at a cost
of $155. This card will permit all members of a non-resident family
to participate in an unlimited number of sports programs during the
fiscal year the card was purchased. The City fiscal year runs form
October 1 – September 30. The cards can be purchased from either
City Hall or from the leagues directly during their league registration
days. Those individuals who live in the Coral Springs sections of
Heron Bay (The Falls, Long Cove, The Pointe and La Hermitage) will
be required to purchase the no-resident sport card as well.
What We've
Heard: The City Is Not Concerned About The Pedestrians
And Bicyclist Along Holmberg Road.
The City Commission
is aware of the challenges that pedestrians and bicyclist experience
along Holmberg Road. Two projects have been approved or are in the
process of being approved by the City Commission to address this situation.
First, the City Commission approved a matching grant with the Metropolitan
Planning Organization to build a sidewalk along the north side of
Holmberg Road from State Road 7 to Parkside Drive. This sidewalk will
connect to the sidewalk that the City extended along Parkside Drive
from Holmberg Road to Loxahatchee Road. Secondly, in the 2007-2008
Budget, the City Commission is considering the resurfacing of Holmberg
Road from the west side of Country Point to Riverside Drive. In addition,
a bicycle lane will be added on the north and south side of the street
from the west side of Country Point to University Drive.
