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Parks Director, Florida City Government Week, Many Events and more.
Patricia “Trish” O’Toole is the city’s new Parks and Recreation Director. The City Council voted Wednesday to approve administration’s recommendation that she be promoted from her assistant director position.
Trish worked her way up. She started as a parks site manager in 2003, then advanced to facilities manager, athletics supervisor, superintendent of recreation and then to assistant director. She replaces Phil Goodrich, who retired earlier this year.
A large group of parks employees attended Wednesday’s council meeting and applauded loudly when the council voted to confirm the recommendation.
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South Plantation High teacher Jennifer McGonigle-Collins is this year’s honoree in the Broward County Pioneer Day recognition ceremony.
Collins, who teaches American Sign Language, student government and yearbook, has served the community with home holiday lights, honored veterans through the South Florida Honor Flight program and created events to recognize emergency workers. The South Plantation High staff elected her as Teacher of the Year in 2005, 2009, 2015, and in 2009 she was a finalist for the Broward County Teacher of the Year.
The 48th annual Pioneer Day in Broward County will be held on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Tamarac Community Center. The event will include a free reception and recognition ceremony, live music, and refreshments. The Broward County Historic Preservation Board and the Cultural Division hosts the event, which rotates among the county's 31 municipalities each year.
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This week is Florida City Government Week, as deemed by the Florida League of Cities.
We’re excited to shine a light on something truly important: your voices and opinions! Through quick daily videos, we’re recapping the results of our recent resident survey, showcasing what matters most to our community—whether it’s how much you love living here, the fantastic work our city does with parks and public safety, or the ways we’re keeping you informed.
To see the videos, go to Plantation.org/FCGW. To jump directly to the entire survey, visit Plantation.org/Survey.
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I was excited to speak to students from Seminole Middle School and Plantation Middle School, who gathered at South Plantation High for their induction into Mentoring Tomorrow’s Leaders, a countywide initiative.
MTL is peer-to-peer mentoring and student leadership program that serves youth who are at-risk for not graduating and/or remaining in school. The program aims to decrease dropout rates, particularly among minority males, to ensure successful school graduation.
Seminole Middle’s Stephen M. Fagan organized the event.
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The 54th Annual Plant Affair, sponsored by the Plantation Historical Society, is this weekend at Volunteer Park. Hours are 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Sunday.
Planters, vendors, homemade garden art and refreshments are available.
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Applications are open for the University of Plantation, a program designed to help residents explore the inner workings of our city. Through this program, attendees will have the chance to meet elected officials, ask questions directly to city administration and departmental staff, and gain insights into how our city operates.
About the Program:
This semester includes seven classes, held monthly from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Outreach Center in Broward Mall. Sessions consist of approximately one hour of presentations, followed by 30 minutes of Q&A.
Graduation Recognition:
Residents who attend at least five classes will earn a certificate of graduation, recognized in a ceremony at a City Council meeting at City Hall.
Learn more and apply online at Plantation.org/UP.
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Events
October 31: Trunk-or-Treat from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Pine Island Park. Join an evening of trick or treating, a costume contest, arts & crafts and more.
November 1: Used Book Sale at the Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library. Stop by between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
November 1: Rock the Park concert featuring Allman Revival/The Beautiful Loser (Allman Brothers/Bob Seger Tribute) at Pine Island Park. Food Trucks open at 6 p.m. and music kicks off at 7 p.m.
November 2: Used Book Sale at the Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library. Stop by between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
November 3: PVFA 65th Annual BBQ from noon to 5 p.m. at Pine Island Park. Bring your friends and family for delicious BBQ, music, games, and more. This is a great opportunity to show your support for our local heroes and enjoy tasty slow cooked pork or chicken at the same time (vegetarian option available). Purchase your meal tickets and prepare for a day of celebration.
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Meetings
November 5: Planning & Zoning Board at 6 p.m. at City Hall.
November 6: CRA and City Council at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.
November 7: Affordable Housing Advisory Board at 4:30 p.m. at City Hall.
View all 2024 meetings and events by visiting Plantation.org/Calendar.
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