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Staff said park rangers are carrying out enforcement and that temporary A‑frame signage has been placed at major park access points to indicate where e‑bikes are not permitted to proceed into crowded areas. Staff added that the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) has assisted when needed and that noncompliant riders typically leave when approached.

Board members asked whether there had been public pushback; staff said in‑person pushback was limited and that the ordinance’s passage has correlated with a marked reduction in visible e‑bike presence in parks. Staff said they will continue signage and enforcement and asked the board to provide feedback if they notice ongoing concerns.

The board also discussed education and outreach to ensure park users understand the rule and noted the ordinance is intended to reduce safety risks associated with high‑speed e‑bikes in crowded areas.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Parkland - Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting - May 05, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Staff told the advisory board that a recently adopted e‑bike ordinance is having a measurable effect on e‑bike use in parks; rangers and the Broward Sheriff’s Office are supporting enforcement and temporary signs are in place at key park entries.","taxTitle","City of Parkland, Broward County, Florida","taxId",72537,"location","Florida","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6568663,"Advisory board to form subcommittee to study AED cabinets and training in Parkland parks",309,2970000,3279000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3193985-7d67cc357ab5dfc4e536658424d4b9e1&start=2970&end=3279","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3193985-7d67cc357ab5dfc4e536658424d4b9e1/thumbnail_2970000.jpg","/articles/6568663/Florida/Advisory-board-to-form-subcommittee-to-study-AED-cabinets-and-training-in-Parkland-parks","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6568663-6ce779a0eab585426afe45a2623ec16b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771163031&Signature=nX4DSvGnpR9m5HX~XFhubvVexFoC9Cl7HVC-wOQms6yACWkufaGvDwa3JWRufOAChXd6lB6sCWfmigNQokznWjDqY0Bv32qliP1HTCCcZQRQMX~y-JpFqmCu1~QaXUZEJ0gsyI~bvCYHNthFCbRDl04WyjRVsecd3qPW-VlWga-uiqHsyLxQyIBLVPfOg1Wkzbxf22Z364POBUnDvdu1rwO5Kx09CzGm6DImia9mxrvtK-7evi4728frjlYd7Fq~5bqHHn~4HruAML7PdwlzJ8zLbyoT2KJ7HIcZCLXWLc73dQ90SQILPWUR7AustvP0U3RxpbEenY01yjWJscqOGw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The advisory board took up a commission directive to evaluate whether the city should invest in stationary automated external defibrillator (AED) cabinets for parks, expand training, or pursue a combined program.

Staff said rangers currently carry AEDs and units are stored in concession stands and inside the P Rec, but staff raised questions about coverage gaps, visibility, education and maintenance. Staff cited an estimated cost of roughly $15,000 per stationary cabinet, potential liability concerns if a cabinet is not functional, and the need for public training so community members are willing to retrieve and use a device.

Board members agreed a deeper review was warranted and staff recommended forming a subcommittee to gather information on placement, training, costs and legal issues. Staff said Memorial Hospital and other medical partners could be a resource for training and sustainability.

Volunteers for the subcommittee were named during the meeting: Brian (board member; medical professional cited in staff email), Daniel (board member), and Sandra (board member). Staff said the subcommittee’s meetings will be public, generate notes, and return recommendations to the advisory board at the July meeting.

Staff noted from available records that rangers have carried AEDs for several years but that recorded uses have been rare; staff said they will compile historical use data for the subcommittee.

The board discussed coach and volunteer training rates and the difficulty of requiring multi‑hour medical training for volunteer coaches. Staff said Parks and Recreation will continue to offer trainings but that volunteer participation varies.","Commission direction led the advisory board to begin scoping a program to add stationary AED cabinets and community training. Staff cited cost and liability considerations and asked the board to form a subcommittee to research locations, training and funding. Volunteers named for the subcommittee were Brian, Daniel and Sandra.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6568668,"Advisory board discusses beneficiaries for Parkland Dash and Pumpkin Patch; two new organizations proposed to commission",707,1849000,2556000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3193985-7d67cc357ab5dfc4e536658424d4b9e1&start=1849&end=2556","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3193985-7d67cc357ab5dfc4e536658424d4b9e1/thumbnail_1849000.jpg","/articles/6568668/Florida/Advisory-board-discusses-beneficiaries-for-Parkland-Dash-and-Pumpkin-Patch-two-new-organizations-proposed-to-commission","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6568668-a7b8b10f2acd7294f723b3b537e9c06c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771163031&Signature=VqSbhZlWwB~PjxGlVAXVTy~tMGzAAXCD696moT7yS-ULH4~1qeqeMi72pap8V5~OdwN8sou2qDC7yo4-UFB-vkNFpVQnX4I8PWk3eCEUTaoVZP98~2MxgH3G3O9eaI1I-HBBsMVILwjjHYBGKSINaibj~AEPAgADZxExzHHTDm~xunlnUaILDH9QXbRzdLTOLUA7pEjhUZeDGxFaovNE71syZZtJuNjxv6wEUf5oRIx96fuxuEL1mzKB2trJkCIAFEIqdXeW8Yo4PJeWoZlCckosHRt8CgbozXFpGSYTvwEiRSAmNVZFAs40JdHxFjvPuYx8igFBfmK2ajyplHoFmg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Board members reviewed the city’s process for selecting beneficiaries for two fall events: the Parkland Dash on Oct. 12 and the Pumpkin Patch Oct. 18–23.

Staff explained that being a beneficiary requires more than receiving funds: beneficiaries must provide volunteers to staff the event, help with packet stuffing, operate a tent to share information, and assist across multiple days for the Pumpkin Patch. Staff asked the advisory board to name one beneficiary for the Dash, one for the Pumpkin Patch, and at least one alternate for each in case an organization cannot commit.

Staff said two organizations — the Parkland 17 Foundation (the group forming the public memorial for the Parkland 17) and Walk in My Shoes by Lauren’s Kids (an abuse‑prevention curriculum organization) — will be presented for approval at the May 18 commission meeting to be added to the city’s approved charities list. Board members were advised to provide alternates in case the commission does not add either organization.

Staff noted a recent inquiry from the Scott Beagle Foundation seeking to partner as a Parkland Dash beneficiary this year; staff said Scott Beagle has prior experience supporting runs and could be a fit.

Board members asked about historical payouts and how beneficiaries are publicized. Staff provided last year’s numbers: a nonprofit called “Make Our Schools Safe” received $2,911; a named beneficiary for the pumpkin patch (Gina Rose Montalto) received $2,139; and the pumpkin patch distributed $1,358 to each Parkland public school (three elementary schools, one middle school, one high school). Staff said a commission meeting presentation and a social media post with ceremonial checks follow final accounting.

The board debated whether to formalize an unwritten practice that beneficiaries should rotate rather than repeat in consecutive years. One board member moved to formalize that practice; the motion was seconded. The provided transcript records the motion and a second but does not include a recorded roll‑call vote in the excerpt.

Staff said they will circulate the shortlisted candidates and reminded the board that alternates are commonly used when an organization cannot commit volunteers or has scheduling conflicts.","The advisory board reviewed candidate beneficiaries for the Parkland Dash (Oct. 12) and Pumpkin Patch (Oct. 18–23) events, including two organizations—Parkland 17 Foundation and Walk in My Shoes—expected to be presented to the commission for addition to the city’s approved charities list.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6568673,"Construction starts on Wedge Preserve Park; city updates several park renovation projects",378,1436000,1814000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3193985-7d67cc357ab5dfc4e536658424d4b9e1&start=1436&end=1814","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3193985-7d67cc357ab5dfc4e536658424d4b9e1/thumbnail_1436000.jpg","/articles/6568673/Florida/Construction-starts-on-Wedge-Preserve-Park-city-updates-several-park-renovation-projects","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6568673-136db51a4e62797c2fa26f94d5ce1b8b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771163031&Signature=K7mRw8qQ44Rp30PpDey-0a13O~GNi7Qpl50l-98w9YOm8c6UKqtn13Y2hDZZ1iNIteJtuBKqXyC-Q9iW3VJwPf-8vtDBvwIoA4upohIJaR6Xw9NHNFs-SubzH8aLCqCXO94GyR9thmXZZdRG033-xVuhtZw-D2~Rvniy4tXK5I3QA-RvzKBS9h~Sj34LrpiO71H4isskgKPRu0pMIDxrgO0wJgMcCl-yWZLLOvo03001~E4xxgVwGVMX~nnDTvt0u~Zqt~SLrgL-eS~bSWyqFMpdNKf2AhtMYNkyp0fKGJMoUBUDeS1dSVmi~Egnaibo83Y3qEjtaQeEyqmgNW9CpA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Parkland’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Board received an update that construction work has begun at Wedge Preserve Park after the city issued a notice to proceed.

Staff said the GMP amendment for Wedge Preserve Park was approved and executed and that clearing and initial site work had begun. The project scope includes a ninja course and tower, a splash pad, hard covers over pickleball courts, and a “mini play village.” Staff estimated a roughly 19‑month construction schedule before the park opens to the public.

Staff also provided status updates on other park projects. Covered Bridge Park will replace decaying natural‑wood elements with wood‑look components; design has been finalized and staff expect to request commission approval next month. Terramar Park is planned to receive about 65 additional parking spaces north of multipurpose Field C; 60% construction documents have been received and comments returned to the design team.

Liberty Park restroom remodels are underway and expected to be complete before summer. The volcano slide surfacing at Liberty Park will be replaced with an artificial turf‑type surface to address adhesion and durability problems. City Hall roofing panels are being installed and expected to finish in about a month. Pine Trails Park has had immediate replacement parts installed for play‑structure components; staff said additional platform decks and play panels will be replaced as part of routine component renewal, not a full structure overhaul.

Staff said they will finalize the Tamar Park back playground design and bring the project to the commission for approval in July and that painting and bench/picnic table replacements will proceed through the summer. Staff will notify the board about a possible June groundbreaking for Wedge Preserve Park once a date is set.

Board members asked for updates to be provided by email and for a potential groundbreaking ceremony invitation once scheduling is firm. Staff said they will place that date on the board members’ calendars when confirmed.","City staff said a notice to proceed was issued for Wedge Preserve Park with a 19‑month schedule and that several other park projects are advancing, including Covered Bridge Park repairs, additional parking at Terramar Park, and playground and facility upgrades across Parkland.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6568677,"Parkland names new special-events coordinator; staff reports high attendance at spring events",444,332000,776000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3193985-7d67cc357ab5dfc4e536658424d4b9e1&start=332&end=776","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3193985-7d67cc357ab5dfc4e536658424d4b9e1/thumbnail_332000.jpg","/articles/6568677/Florida/Parkland-names-new-special-events-coordinator-staff-reports-high-attendance-at-spring-events","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6568677-36c6802e73103d91f474c8c3784f39b8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771163031&Signature=TwE6HQpS0avHJKHkYMonl02LimUxL40q15EDa8sGG1rhYySBfm1RnFg0J7fdyO-QzDGx6jGlIu3yJF3Z0Ndc1Mmm7c9qgamy4E9JU9M-5-mCiOytS09ziwTQWXkiuoDQqdkgfgWn~lqa8PzZ5W1W-HRGS813R3VziYmYdUq0PPI~nUSIKONa7YCn32ul7Wj2eXtJbLQcQsq8AE7etgFE1DrIlVLCHCTus2tDJvbiiGsQNGAjw7G-esXyZmsnrJ~6PP6W0p12Oh4HDipjBuuuZ3Ul2bVNL9vL6i9g8QvnYZA8~cvw5Vql5EjlYqxkPHS7WWxHTr8VZP6bQ09sb5ZUTg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board of the City of Parkland welcomed Adele Trezino as the city’s new special events coordinator and heard a recap of recent events and attendance.

Adele Trezino, the new special events coordinator, outlined spring programming and said she previously worked 10 years for the City of Deerfield and at local YMCAs. “I’m really excited to be back in Parkland, and being part of the city,” Trezino said.

Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Felicia Trainer told the board that Trezino has already worked on Eats and Beats and Autism Awareness Day and that staff would circulate reminders and calendar invites for upcoming city events. “We are thrilled to have her,” Trainer said.

Staff summarized recent events and attendance: farmers market attendance dipped slightly in March and rebounded in April; Movies in the Park drew about 300 people at one showing; the Eggstravaganza sold out with about 800 registrants (with some no‑shows and wait‑list fills); Eats and Beats over the weekend attracted an estimated 800–900 attendees and included five adoption agencies and eight vendors; Autism Awareness Day had roughly 17 vendors and two live community performances. Staff said some event attendance numbers are estimates when registration is “until full” and when walk‑in participation occurs.

Staff also reviewed upcoming events and registration dates: Parkland Day and a state‑of‑the‑city event have been scheduled and staff will email calendar invites and interim updates in the months when the advisory board does not meet. Trainers and staff said they will include registration opening and closing dates in calendar event text where possible.

Board members asked about timing for youth events such as the Fishing Derby and why they occur in summer; staff replied the summer schedule accommodates family availability and league schedules and that past Fishing Derbies have drawn roughly 200 participants. Board members suggested stronger messaging about parade themes and prizes to encourage floats to follow themes in future parades.

Staff said they will send follow‑up emails with links to city social media and the weekly newsletter to help board members track events between the board’s bi‑monthly meetings.

Votes and procedural notes from the meeting included approval of the previous meeting’s minutes and approval of the agenda; the transcript records the motions and a second but does not provide a roll‑call tally in the provided excerpt.

Less urgent event details and schedules were summarized for board members to review by email.","The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board heard a season report and welcomed Adele Trezino as the city’s new special events coordinator. Staff reported strong turnout at recent events including a sold‑out Eggstravaganza and an Eats and Beats crowd of roughly 800–900 people.","actionData","errors"]

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