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The City of Tamarac strives to be ADA compliant. Complaints that a City program, service or activity is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at (954) 597-3614 or Florida Relay *711 or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) or 1-800-955-8771 (TTY). Residents with disabilities may sign up for Tamarac Para-Transit. It can take you shopping, to medical appointments, banks, to the Tamarac Community Center, and pharmacies within Tamarac only. No shopping service is provided for the Kings Point communities; only medical appointments. To take advantage of this service, please fill out an application, pay a membership fee and schedule a ride 5-7 days in advance by calling (954) 597-3649.
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Alarm installations will require a permit from the Building Department. For questions please call (954) 597-3420. Residential and commercial burglar alarms do not have to be registered with BSO – Tamarac. Fire alarms do not need to be registered with the Tamarac Fire Department. Call (954) 597-3800 for more information.
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For licensing, vaccinations, spaying and neutering, animal shelters, stray animal pickup and the rescue of animals in distress, contact the Broward County Animal Care and Adoption Division online or by calling (954) 359-1313.
For a pick-up of a dead animal found on your property, contact a critter control/pest control company. If you see a dead animal on a City street, please inform Tamarac Public Works at (954) 597-3700.
Humane Society of Broward County may be reached at (954) 463-4870. Also see Dog Park, Pet Friendly Hurricane Shelter, Wildlife.
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9300 N.W. 58th Street Tamarac, Florida 33321 - (954) 597-3660 The Caporella Aquatic Center is open to the public, featuring a heated 8-lane swimming pool with zero-depth entry and double tornado slide, children's water play area (Sprayground), picnic pavilion, concession stand, and a fitness center. Visit Online Payments to sign up for swim lessons, water exercise classes, personal training sessions or special events. Hours vary by season. Pool is closed December, January and February to the general public. It remains open during these months for swim lessons and classes.
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The role of the Public Art Committee is to identify locations for public art, assist with the selection of artists, and make recommendations to the Mayor and Commission regarding public art. For more information, please contact the City's Public Art Program Administrator through the Community Development Department at (954) 597-3530 or see Tamarac Boards and Committees.
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The Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of sports leagues for youths and adults including Youth Basketball, Men's Basketball, Youth Soccer, Flag Football, Girls' Softball, Co-ed Softball and Men's Softball. For more information, contact the Athletic Supervisor at (954) 597-3634 or visit Sports Leagues.
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To get auto tags call the Broward County Revenue Division at (954) 765-4697, or visit
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To obtain a death certificate contact Broward County Health Department's Vital Statistics Office at (954) 467-4700 or 2421A S.W. 6th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315.
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Debris disposal is the responsibility of the homeowner. Proper disposal of waste generated by a landscaping, roofing or other contractor generally should be provided by the contractor. Construction and demolition debris must be hauled by companies licensed to operate in the City.
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Call 811 before you dig! Before any digging can occur, the underground utility, such as electricity, water, sewer, telephone, cable and natural gas locations must be marked. The colored paint markings are temporary and will generally not last more than a few days.
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The Disability Advocacy and Access Network will assist residents with their disability concerns. Call them at (954) 663-2253. To obtain Disabled Person Parking Permits (i.e. Handicapped parking permits), you may contact the City Clerk's office for an application form. Once completed and signed by your physician, the form should be submitted to the Department of Motor Vehicles. Their phone number is (954) 497-1570. The form and more information may be found at the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles website at
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Discovery is your place to learn all about the various programs and events offered through the Tamarac Parks and Recreation Department. It is published as part of the City's news magazine, the Tam-A-Gram, which is available
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8101 Southgate Boulevard, Tamarac, FL 33321 The City of Tamarac offers its dog owners the Gary B. Jones Park for People and Pups. Information, with park events and guidelines, may be found online or by calling the Parks and Recreation Department at (954) 597-3620.
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Declaration of Domicile proves residency in Broward County, FL. It is often used to enroll children or college students in schools, to establish eligibility for Homestead Exemption, or as the first step toward establishing legal residence in Florida. You can pick up the form for Declaration of Domicile at the City Clerk's Office in City Hall, Room 101.
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To get your driver's license, call Broward County Department of Motor Vehicles at (954) 497-1570 or apply online at https://www.dmvflorida.org/drivers-license/
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Many laws protect Florida's wildlife. Often the conflict between humans and wild animals can be resolved by removing what attracts an animal to your home. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service can answer questions about federal laws and human/wildlife conflict. Visit http://myfwc.com for a list of nuisance wildlife that cannot be taken, the protected and regulated species that require a permit to be taken, and the Nuisance Wildlife Trapper Directory. Call Florida FWC at (850) 488-4676 for more information.
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Comcast - The City of Tamarac is listed on the back of every Tamarac resident's Comcast bill because Comcast holds a franchise agreement with the City of Tamarac. If you have an immediate issue with your cable service and/or billing, you should first contact Comcast Cable at (954) 252-1937 or www.comcast.com. However, if your issue persists please contact the Tamarac City Manager's Office at (954) 597-3510. DirecTV also provides service. Call 1-800-271-9853 or visit www.direct.tv.
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Check Tam-A-Gram and the Parks and Recreation Department’s special events .
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There is a rotating schedule for cleaning all of the canals within the City. Flood gates are continuously monitored with increased observation during impending storms. For more details, please call the Public Services Stormwater Division at (954) 597-3721.
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To register new vehicles with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, visit them at www.flhsmv.gov, (for renewals - GoRenew.com), call (954) 765-4697 or find a location near you. Abandoned/partially dismantled vehicles are not allowed in any area of the City. If one is found, the owner of the property upon which it sits will be notified to remove it. For all parking regulations please access the City's Code of Ordinances Chapter 24, Article 5, Section 24-576 or contact the Community Development Department, Planning and Zoning Division at (954) 597-3530. To pay traffic or parking fines, find out information about your case or hear the Clerk of the Courts’ pre-recorded answers to Frequently Asked Questions, call (954) 712-7899. The Clerk of the Court’s website also provides extensive information about the resolution options for tickets and citations, as well as online payment options for some tickets and citations. General information is also available at (954) 831-6565.
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Tamarac’s CERT volunteer program provides training that includes an introduction to disaster response, fire suppression, basic search and rescue, emergency first aid, and much more. To sign up for and obtain information about services and classes such as CERT, hurricane preparations, fire prevention, or the vulnerable population registry call (954) 597-3800.
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The Tamarac Chamber of Commerce is located at 7525 N.W. 88th Avenue, Suite 103 in the Tamarac City Hall. Contact them at (954) 722-1520.
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For help with child safety seat installation: Call Tamarac Fire Rescue's Public Education Specialist at (954) 597-3805 to set up an appointment. Appointments are typically available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 am – 11:00 am or email Barry_berhow@sheriff.org for an appointment at BSO-Tamarac. You may also call (954) 720-2225 and ask to make an appointment with Barry Berhow.
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115 S. Andrews Avenue, Room A-360, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 Phone (954) 357-7880; TTY (954) 537-5608 Broward County Children's Services Administration provides programs and services such as behavioral health, special health care, children in homeless families, and subsidized child care.
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(954) 597-3460 City Hall/7525 N.W. 88th Avenue The five-member City Commission includes four Commissioners, elected by their respective districts and a Mayor elected citywide. The Commission is responsible for setting policy, adopting the annual budget, formulating goals and objectives, and making decisions that affect the quality of life in the community. They appoint a City Manager who oversees the day-to-day operations of the City, while at the same time carrying out the Commission initiatives and directives. The Commission also appoints a City Attorney to represent Tamarac in legal matters. Commission Meetings are held the second (evening, 7:00 pm) and fourth (morning, 9:00 am) Wednesday of each month in the Commission Chambers at Tamarac City Hall. Commission Workshops are held the Monday preceding each Commission Meeting in Room 105 at Tamarac City Hall, beginning at 9:30 am. Commission meetings and workshops are open to the public. Click here to watch commission meetings and workshops streamed live, locate which commission district you live in or to access your Commissioner's email address.
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7525 N.W. 88th Avenue (954) 597-3500 (Main Number/City Clerk's Office) Includes: City Clerk's Office, City Commission Chambers, City Manager's Office, Community Development Department, Customer Service Division, Water Billing, Financial Services, Housing Division, Human Resources, and the Mayor and Commission Office. Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Customer Service/ Water bill, Utility payments: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm *Customer Service (Water bill, Utility payments) is also available at the Tamarac Community Center, Monday-Friday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
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For the City's current and future capital improvement and development projects, their locations and estimated completion dates, please visit “Pardon Our Dust”.
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Tam-A-Gram, our City's newsmagazine, reports on City news and events, as well as City-related programs. It is produced and mailed quarterly to each household in Tamarac. Issues can also be picked up at City Hall, the Tamarac Community Center, the Tamarac Library, Caporella Aquatic Center or online. Although Tam-A-Gram cannot be shipped to our residents out of town, you can call the Public Information Office at (954) 597-3510 to find out if you can get copies of the issues you may have missed. Tam-A-Gram does not sell ads. To recommend a story, you may contact the Public Information Office at (954) 597-3510. Typically, only City-related stories are printed.
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Citizenship and immigration applications and questions should be directed to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services at 1-800-375-5283, TDD 1-800-767-1833. The local office is located at 4451 N.W. 31 Avenue, Oakland Park, FL 33309. Information is also available on www.uscis.gov. To get a Certificate of Good Conduct for a Certificate of Naturalization call the Broward County Sheriff's Office at (954) 831-8700.
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Tamarac's Emergency Notification system, CodeRED, provides timely Tamarac-specific emergency alerts, such as evacuation notices, boil water notices, and missing child reports, to City residents. You only need to register once. Sign up online at CodeRED or call (954) 597-3800.
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To view or obtain a copy of the current City of Tamarac Code of Ordinances, please see MUNICODE library.
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If you receive a Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing, the City Code violation must be corrected in the time given. If not, the case is then heard at a Special Magistrate hearing to determine if there is, in fact, a violation of the City Code. If the violation is deemed to be valid, then a monetary fine is assessed against the property until the violations are corrected. The Code Compliance Division can be reached at (954) 597-3425. For Building Code violations, please contact the Building Department at (954) 597-3424. For Fire Code violations, contact the Fire Department at (954) 597-3800. Questions regarding code violation notices should be directed to the Fire Inspector who wrote the violation notice.
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The City Commission meets four times each month: for two Commission Workshops and two Commission Meetings. Commission Meetings are held the second (evening, 7:00 pm) and fourth (morning, 9:00 am) Wednesday of each month in the Commission Chambers at Tamarac City Hall. Commission Workshops are held the Monday preceding each Commission Meeting in Room 105 at Tamarac City Hall, beginning at 9:30 am. Commission meetings and workshops are open to the public. Click here to watch commission meetings and workshops streamed live, locate which commission district you live in or to access your Commissioner's email address.
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7525 N.W. 88th Avenue, Tamarac, Florida 33321 (Room 206) (954) 597-3530 To learn about current developments around the City, please visit “Pardon Our Dust”. To find out what zoning a specific property has, please call or visit and ask one of the planners for assistance.
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Concealed handgun permits are issued by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, not by local law enforcement agencies. To make a specific request for a Concealed Weapon Permit, contact them by mail: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Licensing Post Office Box 6687 Tallahassee, FL 32314-6687 or online at
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Call Broward County Permitting, Licensing and Consumer Protection Division at (954) 765-4400
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COP volunteers are local residents who help BSO fight crime by patrolling their community in a BSO-provided vehicle. Anyone wishing to join the BSO - Tamarac COP program should contact (954) 720-2239 or apply online.
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Courthouse Information: (954) 831-6565 Main County Courthouse 201 S.E. 6th Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 West Satellite Courthouse 100 N. Pine Island Road Plantation, FL 33324 North Satellite Courthouse 1600 Hillsboro Boulevard Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 South Satellite Courthouse 3550 Hollywood Boulevard Hollywood, FL 33021
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Bicycles are required to have a white headlight and a red rear reflector if used after dark.

Tamarac's Bike Path Project is underway. To see the project description and estimated completion dates see Capital Improvement Projects .
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Contact BBB of Southeast Florida and the Caribbean at (561) 842-1918.To file a complaint, to apply for or view a business BBB accreditation, and for questions or comments about businesses or charitable organizations' practices visit
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For bill payment options visit Water Bill Payments. You can pay your bill by: credit card; phone at (954) 597-3590; mail with the envelope provided in your monthly utility bill or in person, Monday - Thursday at City Hall, Room 102, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm or on Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. You can also set up recurring payments online by credit card or from your checking account by clicking on Auto Pay. Send payment to: City of Tamarac Customer Service Division, 7525 N.W. 88th Avenue, Tamarac, FL 33321. After-hour drop boxes are located in the City Hall parking lot and at the City's Water Treatment Plant, 7803 N.W. 61st Street (on the north side of 61st Street just west of University Drive). When you enroll in Tamarac's Automatic Payment Plan (TAPP), your entire utility bill is automatically deducted from your bank account 15 days from the billed date. To enroll in TAPP call Customer Service at (954) 597-3590.
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To obtain a birth certificate contact Broward County Health Department's Vital Statistics Office at (954) 467-4700 or 2421A S.W. 6th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315.
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Business owners and community organizers (churches and social clubs) seeking to conduct outdoor events on the grounds of their business must apply for a Special Event Permit. In addition, residents wishing to conduct a private party within a public area must also notify the City's Business Revenue Division. Rules, regulations, and City Ordinances will apply to all events. Complete application details, fees, and requirements will be provided by our Business Revenue Division at (954) 597-3537.
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Free blood pressure checks are available at the Tamarac Community Center every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. Contact the Social Services Division at (954) 597-3642 to confirm. Free blood pressure checks can also be done at Tamarac Fire Stations: Station 15 – 6000 Hiatus Road Station 41 – 7501 N.W. 88th Avenue Station 78 – 4801 W. Commercial Boulevard Note: there are times that Fire personnel might not be available due to emergency call response. Call (954) 597-3800 for more information.
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Boats are allowed to be parked in a residential area only behind a 6 ft. opaque fence. Veterans Memorial Park contains a small boat launch ramp into the C-14 canal.
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For Broward County information call (954) 831-4000 or 311, (954) 831-3940 (TTY). You may also visit
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Broward Sheriff's Office (BSO) Tamarac provides comprehensive law enforcement services for Tamarac residents. The Tamarac District Office is located next to City Hall at 7515 N.W. 88th Avenue and is open daily 7:00 am – 10:00 pm. For non-emergency law enforcement needs, please call (954) 764-4357. To find out more information, visit BSO's website www.sheriff.org, under Law Enforcement tab select BSO District Offices and click on Tamarac. For any threatening emergency call 911 from any phone, including cell phones without service, as long as the phone is charged. 911 calls are free from any pay phone. The 911 operators will ask many questions, because experience has shown that the first 60 seconds of every 911 call are the most critical. Operators need to determine the exact location of the emergency, the nature of the situation, whether anyone is injured and of what elements a responding officer should be aware. A deputy armed with this information can react quickly and accurately and minimize the chance that further damage will occur, or that innocent bystanders will be hurt. BSO - Tamarac offers residents in its jurisdiction a free “Vacation Home Check” program. Deputies will drive by unoccupied residences and perform a daily perimeter check for signs of break-in or suspicious activity. To sign up call (954) 720-2225 and request a vacation home check form. Residents may sign up for the "R U OK?" program. They will receive daily computer generated phone calls from BSO - Tamarac checking to see if they are OK. If the repeated calls are not answered, an officer will be sent to the residence to check on the well-being of the resident. Keep in mind, if you sign up for this service you cannot have an answering machine or voicemail, since the system cannot distinguish between a person picking up a phone and a voicemail/answering machine recording. If you need information about a ticket or traffic citation, don't call the Broward Sheriff's Office or the police agency that issued it. Once the ticket is issued, it becomes part of the court process and is handled by Broward County's Clerk of the Courts. (See Traffic Citations). (Also see Concealed Handgun Permit, Restraining Order).
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The Florida Building Code was adopted by the City and identifies what work requires permits. Homeowner permits only apply to single family residences and not to condominiums, multifamily or commercial properties. A homeowner seeking to obtain an owner/builder permit needs the following: Permit application; proof of residence (phone or utility bill); current Florida driver's license or state ID; owner/builder affidavit and plans or documents identifying the work to be completed. Surveys, floor plans, product approvals or Notice of Agreements (NOA's) are just some examples of documents. Visit ePermits for fee structures for all types of permits. You can also submit an application, pay permit fees and track the progress of building permits. Tamarac's building permit process usually takes approximately 5 -10 business days for minor projects and up to 30 days for larger projects. Customers may use the interactive IVR (Integrated Voice Response) system to schedule inspections, check inspection results, and check the status of a permit by calling: (954) 597-3420. Please note that you will be required to have your pin number/phone access code available to use the IVR system. Please contact the Building Department at (954) 597-3420 if you have questions when considering a construction project.
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In single family residences, regular trash is picked up twice per week, with bulk trash and recycling picked up weekly curbside. To find out a specific pickup date, please contact Waste Management at (954) 974-7500 or check the collection map under Garbage Services. Weekly bulk trash is limited to no more than 3 cubic yards (1 cubic yard approximately equals the size of one dishwasher). Loose material (e.g. tree trimmings) must be tied and bundled (not more than 40 lbs. and not more than 4 feet long). For bulk waste that will exceed 3 cubic yards and/or will not be properly bundled, residents must call Waste Management first to make special arrangements or the bulk waste may not be collected. In condominiums and apartments, garbage and recycling pickup days vary and bulk trash is picked up monthly. Please check with your HOA or property manager to find out the specific dates. Commercially generated waste (e.g. debris generated by landscaping services, roofing contractors, etc.) will not be collected by Waste Management and is the responsibility of the homeowner. Proper disposal of waste generated by a contractor generally should be provided by the contractor.
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Customer Service/Rider Information Center: (954) 357-8400; Hearing impaired TTY (954) 357-8302. For the latest route and bus fare information go to www.broward.org/bct.
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(954) 597-3649 Tamarac Transit provides the community with bus transportation service in partnership with Broward County Transit (BCT). Keep in mind, drivers are only permitted to collect exact fares; and no bus service is offered on Saturdays, Sundays, and some City holidays. Para-Transit is available to people who are 60 years of age or older, have no other means of transportation, or are disabled: It can take you shopping, to medical appointments, banks, to the Tamarac Community Center, and pharmacies within Tamarac only. No shopping service is provided for the Kings Point communities; only medical appointments. To take advantage of this service, please fill out an application, pay a membership fee and schedule a ride 5-7 days in advance by calling (954) 597-3649. For routes, schedules and bus fares, see
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Each business classification or activity requires a Business Revenue Receipt as per the City Code of Ordinances, Sections 12-26 and 12-27, which require a receipt for the main (primary service) use, and the accessory (secondary services) uses conducted at their business establishment. Business Review Fees are determined from the Fee Schedule. Community Development staff will review each classification listed on the application and calculate the fees accordingly. City ordinance also requires a safety inspection prior to an occupational license being issued for new businesses. This ensures that no previous work was done without permits, or that no unsafe conditions exist. See inspections. The Business Revenue Division may be reached at (954) 597-3537.
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The City of Tamarac is dedicated to working with business owners to reach the common goal of economic vitality for our City. It is essential to retain, attract, and maintain the type of businesses that contribute positively to the local economy. The City leverages public incentives and assistance to promote community revitalization, and to attract and induce investment in local businesses. See City of Tamarac
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Tamarac is a part of the Broward County Public School District. School Board, Broward County (Main Number) ...................................... (754) 321-0000 Elementary Schools Challenger Elementary ............................................................................ (754) 322-5750 Tamarac Elementary ............................................................................... (754) 322-8600 Middle Schools Millennium Middle .................................................................................... (754) 322-3900 High Schools Piper High School (Sunrise) .................................................................... (754) 322-1700 J.P. Taravella High School (Coral Springs) ............................................. (754) 322-2300 For information regarding the establishment of schools in the City of Tamarac, please contact the Community Development Department, Planning and Zoning Division at (954) 597-3530. For charter or other school information, including school grades, call (754) 321-0000 or visit
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Broward County's Elderly and Veterans Service Division (954) 537-6622 Aging and Disability Resource Center of Broward County (954) 745-9779
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Broward County Legislative Delegation: 115 S. Andrews Avenue Room 429 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (954) 357-6555 For a current list of districts and their representatives visit www.broward.org/legislative. To find your district's senator in the Florida State Legislature visit www.flsenate.gov. For the Florida House of Representatives visit www.myfloridahouse.gov. To find your district's representative in the U.S. Congress visit www.house.gov/representatives. For U.S. Senators from Florida visit www.senate.gov. To find local election information, including City Commission election schedules, which Commission district you live in and where to find your voting place, see City of Tamarac Election Information or contact the City Clerk's Office at (954) 597-3505.
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To find election information, including City Commission election schedules, which commission district you live in and where to find your voting place, see City of Tamarac Election Information or contact the City Clerk's Office at (954) 597-3505.
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An elevator problem that poses a life safety issue should be reported by calling the Broward County Building Code Services, Elevator Division at (954) 765-4508. Other complaints should be addressed with the building owner or property management company.
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For Police/Fire/Medical emergency call 911. For water main breaks call Utilities at (954) 597-3750. Signing up with CodeRED, Tamarac's Emergency Notification system, will ensure that you are notified of emergency situations or critical community alerts, such as evacuation notices, boil water notices, and missing child reports. You only need to register once. To sign up, call (954) 597-3800 or visit our website at www.tamarac.org/CodeRED. (Also see Hurricane Information).
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City of Tamarac Human Resources Department 7525 N.W. 88th Avenue (Room 201) To find out what City positions are open or to request an application, visit the Human Resources Department at City Hall, call the career hotline at (954) 597-3615 or visit Job Postings online. If you are interested in applying for Crossing Guard positions, contact Staffing Connection School Crossing Guard Division at (954) 776-3444 or email Nancy Jimenez at njimenez@staffingconnection.com. For Lifeguard positions, contact the pool management company through our Parks and Recreation Department at (954) 597-3665. CareerSource Broward provides assistance with your job search and information to help you gain job search skills by conducting workshops and face-to-face counseling. For more information, contact Employ Florida at 866-352-2345 or www.employflorida.com Locations: 2301 W. Sample Road, Building 4 – Suite 7A, Pompano Beach, FL 33073 (954) 969-3541, TTY/TDD 711; Fax (954) 969-3550 or (954) 917-1362 2610 W. Oakland Park Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 (954) 677-5555, TTY/TDD 711; Fax (954) 497-3331 7550 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024 (954) 967-1010, TTY/TDD 711; Fax (954) 893-5030 For additional job assistance, contact Florida Department of Economic Security at
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Tamarac rents out meeting rooms at the Tamarac Community Center, Tamarac Park Recreation Center, and Tamarac Park Multi-Purpose Center. Fees vary and there is a refundable deposit required if food is being served. Call (954) 597-3620 for more information and availability. Small, medium and large picnic shelters are available for rent. To reserve a picnic shelter, please visit the Tamarac Community Center (8601 W. Commercial Boulevard), pay the full rental fee, and the refundable clean up deposit. Bounce houses are allowed at all picnic shelters except shelter number one at Sunset Point Park. A permit request to install a bounce house is required. Call the Tamarac Parks and Recreation Department at (954) 597-3620 for detailed fee information. Picnic shelters are located at the following parks and are available daily from sunrise to sunset (Closed Christmas Day): Caporella Park, 5200 Prospect Road Sunset Point Park, 11000 W. McNab Road Tamarac Sports Complex, 9901 N.W. 77th Street Tephford Park, 10003 Southgate Boulevard (Also see
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Continued maintenance of fences and walls is the responsibility of the property owner. The maximum height for fencing along a street is four (4) feet for chain link fences and six (6) feet for wooden or decorative fences. Different regulations are set for every business district with regard to fences, walls and hedges. For more information, call Community Development at (954) 597-3530.
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The Fire Rescue Cadet Program is open to young men and women ages 13-17 who are interested in a career in Fire and Emergency Medical Service. The application process has several prerequisites: a parent-applicant meeting, an applicant-peer meeting, successful completion of dated projects, and follow-up meetings to train, inform and discuss the cadet's future with the program and their career path. If you are interested in participating in the City of Tamarac's Cadet Program please download the cadet application and call (954) 597-3805.
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Spent “household” extinguishers can be disposed of in the regular trash. Extinguishers with contents in them may contain hazardous materials and should be disposed of properly.
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Fire reports are considered public records and are available to be requested in the City Clerk's Office at (954) 597-3505 Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Please allow 3-5 days for processing.
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Tamarac Fire Rescue emergency services are funded through a number of sources, including transport charges. This bill is called a “user fee” and assists in covering the cost of patient emergency transport services. Questions regarding Emergency Medical Services (EMS) issues may be directed to Fire Rescue at (954) 597-3800. Advanced Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) handles the Tamarac Fire Rescue medical billing and may be contacted at 1-888-987-8995.
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Fishing and hunting licenses may be purchased at Broward County's Records, Taxes and Treasury Division located at 115 S. Andrews Avenue, Room A100, Fort Lauderdale, (954) 357-6262, as well as at the sporting goods stores and bait and tackle shops listed as sub-agents on the County's website: Broward County's Records, Taxes and Treasury Division.
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The City of Tamarac's fitness center is located at the Caporella Aquatic Center, 9300 N.W. 58th Street. We offer very affordable memberships for individuals and families.
Hours are Monday - Friday: 6:00 am - 8:00 pm, Saturday: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm, Sunday:
7:30 am - 4:00 pm, with closure between noon-1pm on Sundays.
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To report an outage call 1-800-4OUTAGE. For all other inquiries call (954) 797-5000.
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For flood zone and other flood related information for your property, go to Flood Protection Information. You may also call our Building Department at (954) 597-3420.
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In single family residences, regular trash is picked up twice per week, with bulk trash and recycling picked up weekly curbside. To find out a specific pickup date, please contact Waste Management at (954) 974-7500 or check the collection map. Waste and recycling containers should be stored out of view of public right-of-way. Weekly bulk trash is limited to no more than 3 cubic yards (1 cubic yard approximately equals the size of one dishwasher). Loose material (e.g. tree trimmings) must be tied and bundled (not more than 40 lbs. and not more than 4 feet long). For bulk waste that will exceed 3 cubic yards and/or will not be properly bundled, residents must call Waste Management first to make special arrangements or the bulk waste may not be collected. In condominiums and apartments, garbage and recycling pickup days vary and bulk trash is picked up monthly. Please check with your HOA or property manager to find out the specific dates. Commercially generated waste (e.g. debris generated by landscaping services, roofing contractors, etc.) will not be collected by Waste Management and is the responsibility of the homeowner. Proper disposal of waste generated by a contractor generally should be provided by the contractor. For medication and sharps (needles) disposal visit BSO’s Operation Medicine Cabinet or the Florida Department of Health.
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Colony West Golf Club 6800 N.W. 88th Avenue (954) 721-7710 Woodlands Country Club 4600 Woodlands Boulevard (954) 731-2500 Woodmont Country Club 7801 N.W. 80th Avenue (954) 722-4300
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Gymnasiums are located at Tamarac Community Center and Tamarac Multi-Purpose Center:
Tamarac Community Center 8601 W. Commercial Boulevard Monday - Saturday: 8:30 am - 9:00 pm Sunday: CLOSED
Tamarac Multi-Purpose Center 7531 N. University Drive
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The Disability Advocacy and Access Network will assist residents with their disability concerns. Call them at (954) 663-2253. To obtain an application for Disabled Person Parking Permits (i.e. Handicapped parking permits) may contact the City Clerk's office. Once completed and signed by your physician, the form should be submitted to the Department of Motor Vehicles. Their phone number is (954) 497-1570. The form and more information may be found at the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles website at
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Visit Broward County Health Department or call (954) 467-4700.
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The owner of the property abutting the swale or street is required by Code to maintain the landscaping (for example, hedges) and sidewalks. To obtain information about trees, the tree removal application process or to schedule a tree removal inspection, visit the Broward County Tree Preservation Program or call (954) 519-1483.
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For some common home improvement projects or appliance replacements/installations you will have to obtain a permit. Examples include: Kitchen Cabinets; Air Conditioning Unit; Water Heater; Exterior Doors; Sinks; Toilets and Burglar Alarms. To find a complete list of items that require permits or inspections visit ePermits or call the Building Department at (954) 597-3420.
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The City of Tamarac's Historical Society seeks to research, collect, preserve, and exhibit the history of Tamarac with goals of enlightening the community about our heritage and passing on an enduring legacy to future generations. The Society meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month in the Palm Room at the Tamarac Community Center. New members are welcome. Call (954) 597-3629.
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Each business classification or activity requires a Business Revenue Receipt as per the City Code of Ordinances, Sections 12-26 and 12-27, which require a receipt for the main (primary service) use, and the accessory (secondary services) uses conducted at their business establishment. Business Review Fees are determined from the Fee Schedule. Community Development staff will review each classification listed on the application and calculate the fees accordingly. The Business Revenue Division may be reached at (954) 597-3537. City ordinance also requires a safety inspection prior to an occupational license being issued for new businesses. This ensures that no previous work was done without permits, or that no unsafe conditions exist. To schedule an inspection, visit Permits & Inspections or call (954) 597-3420.
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To file for a Homestead Exemption call the Broward County Property Appraiser's Office at (954) 357-6830.
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University Hospital & Medical Center (954) 721-2200 Broward Health Coral Springs (954) 344-3000 North Shore Medical Center FMC Campus (954) 735-6000
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The City of Tamarac participates in a cooperative program with Coral Springs, Coconut Creek, Pompano Beach, and Fort Lauderdale to provide convenient disposal of household hazardous waste. While residents of these cities will no longer have access to a drop-off site, each city will host two HHW/E-Waste drop-off events per year providing the residents of these cities with at least 10 disposal events annually. You may also call Tamarac’s Public Works at (954) 597-3700. For information about medicine disposal, visit BSO’s Operation Medicine Cabinet.
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Open enrollment dates apply when funds are available. First Time Homebuyer Program serves extremely low-, very low-, low- and moderate-income families. A buyer is not required to live in Tamarac in order to qualify for this program, but the property being bought must be in Tamarac. Eligible applicants are also allowed to use funds from other loan programs in conjunction with the City's loan program. Home Rehabilitation Program gives priority to repairs that address code deficiencies and health/safety hazards. Items covered are as follows, but not limited to: faulty or exposed electrical, holes in the roof, broken windows and plumbing. Additional items may be covered if funding allows. Condos are only eligible for the Housing Rehabilitation Program for items that are not the responsibility of the condo association. Contractors will be selected from the City's list of qualified contractors. This is an income-qualifying program for which the State has set limits, based on household size. Once the City receives your completed application, the average processing time is 4 - 6 weeks. For more information, including an application, visit Housing Assistance. You may call the Community Development Housing Division at (954) 597-3539.
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Humane Society of Broward County may be reached at (954) 463-4870.
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The City of Tamarac continues to prepare the community through brochures, programs and classes. Each year, the Tam-A-Gram and informational brochures provide hurricane preparedness information and emergency numbers for the community.
Residents are urged to utilize the recorded updates and citizen hotline during a hurricane and/or severe weather that has damaged any areas in the City. During major events, residents can expect to see helpful information coming across their TV on the bottom crawler.

Hurricane Hotlines
Recorded Updates: (954) 718-1800
Hurricane Hotline: (954) 597-3800
Volunteer Desk: (954) 597-3620
To sign up for CodeRED, Tamarac's Emergency Notification system, call (954) 597- 3800 or visit Tamarac CodeRED.

Shelters
Broward County Humane Shelter may be reached at (954) 989-3977.
Also visit Broward County's Emergency Preparedness for Residents at Risk.
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Citizenship and immigration applications and questions should be directed to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services at 1-800-375-5283, TDD 1-800-767-1833. Information is also available at
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To contact the Department of Health, Broward County, call (954) 467-4700 or visit www.browardchd.org/vaccinations.
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The standard safety inspection process must be complete before opening a business. Upon completion of all approved safety inspections, the business owner will receive a Certificate of Occupancy. For more information, please call the Building Department at (954) 597-3420. Visit ePermits to schedule a building inspection or call (954) 597-3420 before 3:00 pm the day before your inspection. Please note that you will be required to have your pin number/phone access code available to schedule your inspections using the IVR system. To coordinate the inspection time with an inspector on the day of the scheduled inspection, please call before 8 am: Structural (954) 597-3454 Electrical (954) 597-3442 Plumbing (954) 597-3441 Mechanical (954) 597-3440 Residents are required to have an annual fire inspection for a residential business as mandated by the City Code of Ordinances. To schedule a fire inspection call (954) 597-3800.
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Call the career hotline of Tamarac at (954) 597-3615 or visit Job Postings. If you are interested in applying for crossing guard positions, contact Staffing Connection School Crossing Guard Division at (954) 776-3444 or by emailing Nancy Jimenez at njimenez@staffingconnection.com. For lifeguard positions, contact the pool management company through our Parks and Recreation Department at (954) 597-3665. For other employment opportunities, contact Employ Florida at (866) 352-2345 or www.employflorida.com and the Florida Department of Economic Security at
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The owner of the property abutting the swale or street is required by Code to maintain the landscaping (for example, hedges) and sidewalks. If your neighbor's tree is protruding onto your property, you can legally cut any part of any landscaping that is on your property; however, there is no legal requirement to cut a tree unless it is blocking a public right-of-way such as a street or sidewalk. If you are seeking to remove a tree, visit Broward County Tree Preservation Program or call (954) 519-1483 to obtain information about trees, the tree removal application process or to schedule a tree removal inspection.
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All lawns must be maintained in a neat and healthy condition to include mowing, weeding, fertilizing and watering.
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Water Leaks: In order to determine who is responsible for repairing a water leak, you must examine your water meter to determine whether the leak is on your side. If the small, red triangle on the face of the meter is spinning, the leak is on your side and it is your responsibility to have it repaired. If the red triangle on the face of the meter is not spinning, it is the City's responsibility to repair and you should notify us at (954) 597-3750. However, before calling, please check to make sure your irrigation system is not the cause of the leak. Toilet Leaks: The City of Tamarac provides a free toilet leak detector kit with easy-to-follow instructions that you can pick up at our Customer Service Office at the Tamarac Community Center located at 8601 W. Commercial Boulevard.
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Legal Aid Service of Broward County 491 N. State Road 7 Plantation, FL 33317 Monday-Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (954) 765-8950
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Broward County Legislative Delegation: 115 S. Andrews Avenue Room 429 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (954) 357-6555 For a current list of districts and their representatives visit www.broward.org/legislative. To find your district's senator in the Florida State Legislature visit www.flsenate.gov. For the Florida House of Representatives visit www.myfloridahouse.gov. To find your district's representative in the U.S. Congress visit www.house.gov/representatives. For U.S. Senators from Florida visit www.senate.gov. To find local election information, including City Commission election schedules, which Commission district you live in and where to find your voting place, visit Election Information or contact the City Clerk's Office at (954) 597-3505.
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8701 W. Commercial Boulevard (954) 765-1500 See Library for hours, nearby libraries and a link to the list of events and classes.
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Lien Search Requests for properties within the City of Tamarac can be submitted online. Further information can be found here.
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(954) 597-3700 Public Works Street Division handles new installation of storm-water pipe, catch basins, and manholes.
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Marriage license applications are available at county courthouses. For information, visit Broward County Clerk of the Courts or call (954) 712-7899 Ext. 7842.
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(954) 597-3700 Public Works’ Grounds Maintenance Division oversees landscaping in public rights-of-way and medians.
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Requests for EMS produced medical records should be directed to the City Clerk's Office at (954) 597-3505. Medical records are considered privileged information and are available only to the patient or through an authorized agent of the patient. Based on your record's location, either an original or microfilmed medical record copy can be obtained. A valid HIPAA release form must be signed prior to medical record processing. Time for processing depends on its location, usually less than one week.
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Do not dispose of prescription medication by flushing it down the toilet or drain, as it will contaminate our water system. For information about local medication disposal, visit BSO’s Operation Medicine Cabinet or the Florida Department of Health.
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Tamarac rents out meeting rooms at the Tamarac Community Center, Tamarac Park Recreation Center, and Tamarac Park Multi-Purpose Center. Fees vary and there is a refundable deposit required if food is being served. Call (954) 597-3620 for more information and availability.
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Citizenship and immigration applications and questions should be directed to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services at 1-800-375-5283, TDD 1-800-767-1833. The local office is located at 4451 N.W. 31 Avenue, Oakland Park, FL 33309. Information is also available at www.uscis.gov. To get a Certificate of Good Conduct for a Certificate of Naturalization call the Broward County Sheriff's Office at (954) 831-8700.
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The Sunrise Gas System provides natural gas service to nearly 10,000 homes and businesses located in Sunrise, Tamarac, Lauderhill and Weston. You may contact the City of Sunrise Gas Administration Office with questions about natural gas or about obtaining service to your home or business at: 4401 N.W. 103rd Avenue, Sunrise, FL 33351 Phone: (954) 572-2299 Email: Gas@sunrisefl.gov
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Handled on a case by case basis and must be observed by the enforcement agency. View City of Tamarac Noise Ordinance.
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(954) 597- 3505 The City Clerk's Office provides State of Florida notary services free of charge. Visit City Hall Room 101 located at 7525 N.W. 88th Avenue, Tamarac.
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(954) 202-3234 or (850) 922-7671 The Office of Condominium Ombudsman may assist with resolving issues between residents and their condominium or homeowners associations.
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Each business classification or activity requires a Business Revenue Receipt as per the City Code of Ordinances, Sections 12-26 and 12-27, which require a receipt for the main (primary service) use, and the accessory (secondary services) uses conducted at their business establishment. Business Review Fees are determined from the Fee Schedule. Community Development staff will review each classification listed on the application and calculate the fees accordingly. City ordinance also requires a safety inspection prior to an occupational license being issued for new businesses. This ensures that no previous work was done without permits, or that no unsafe conditions exist. See inspections. The Business Revenue Division may be reached at (954) 597-3537.
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All buildings are required to be painted when 10% of the total surface area is dirty, peeling, faded or chipped. Woodlands residents are required to obtain a paint permit and select a color from the approved color palette to paint their homes. The permit and color palette can be obtained from the Community Development Code Compliance Division. You may reach the Code Compliance Division at (954) 597-3425.
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(954) 597-3649 Tamarac Para-Transit is available to people who are 55 years of age or older, have no other means of transportation or are disabled. It can take you shopping, to medical appointments, banks, to the Tamarac Community Center and pharmacies within Tamarac only. No shopping service is provided for the Kings Point communities; only medical appointments. To take advantage of this service, please fill out an application, pay a membership fee and schedule a ride 5-7 days in advance by calling (954) 597-3649.
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For all parking regulations, please access the City's Code of Ordinances Chapter 24, Article 5 or contact the Community Development Department, Planning and Zoning Division at (954) 597-3530. To pay traffic or parking fine, find out information about your case, or hear the Clerk of the Courts’ pre-recorded answers to Frequently Asked Questions call (954) 712-7899. The Clerk of the Court’s website also provides extensive information about the resolution options for tickets and citations, as well as online payment option for some tickets and citations. General information is also available at (954) 831-6565. To obtain Disabled Person Parking Permits (i.e. Handicapped parking permits), you may contact the City Clerk's office for an application form. Once completed and signed by your physician, the form should be submitted to the Department of Motor Vehicles. Their phone number is (954) 497-1570. The form and more information may be found at the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles website at
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The Parks and Recreation Department includes Aquatics, Recreation, Social Services, and Transportation divisions that come together to make every effort to maintain a higher quality of life for those living, working and visiting Tamarac. Most parks are open from 7:00 am to sundown. Park fields are not open during inclement weather and summer repairs. Participants can obtain updated field and facility information by calling the hotline at (954) 597-3667. The message will be updated by 4:00 pm each day and will include daily field status information, as well as information about the gym at the Tamarac Community Center. Contact Parks and Recreation at (954) 597-3620 for facility rental fees. For a full listing of our programs, classes and events, visit Parks and Recreation or view the latest Tam-A-Gram issue.
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The Parks and Recreation board consists of five members appointed by the City Commission. The board makes recommendations concerning recreational needs for the City, implementation of a means for achieving the goals, and makes recommendations on existing and proposed programs. The board meets once a month. Please contact Parks and Recreation at (954) 597-3620 to confirm the meeting schedule.
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The City of Tamarac does not process passport applications. Your closest locations to apply for a passport are:
The US Post Office (Sunrise Branch) at 3225 N Hiatus Road, Sunrise, FL 33345. Mon-Fri 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. For an appointment call 1-800-275-8777 or 954-747-0624
City of Coral Springs - City Hall in the Mall at 9239 W Atlantic Blvd, Coral Springs, FL 33071. Mon-Fri 10:00 am - 6:00 pm and Sat 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. By appointment - Tuesday 3:00 pm-6:00 pm, Thursday 3:00 pm-6:00 and Saturday 10:00 am-4:00 pm. Call (954) 344-1828 and City Hall (954) 344-1001. Visit www.coralsprings.gov/passports
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The Florida Building Code was adopted by the City and identifies what work requires permits. Homeowner permits only apply to single family residences and not to condominiums, multifamily or commercial properties. A homeowner seeking to obtain an owner/builder permit needs the following: Permit application; proof of residence (phone or utility bill); current Florida driver's license or state ID; owner/builder affidavit and plans or documents identifying the work to be completed. Surveys, floor plans, product approvals or Notice of Agreements (NOA's) are just some examples of documents. Visit ePermits for fee structures for all types of permits. You can also submit an application, pay permit fees and track the progress of building permits. Tamarac's building permit process usually takes approximately 5 -10 business days for minor projects and up to 30 days for larger projects. Customers may use the interactive IVR (Integrated Voice Response) system to schedule inspections, check inspection results, and check the status of a permit by calling: (954) 597-3420. Please note that you will be required to have your pin number/phone access code available to use the IVR system. Please contact the Building Department at (954) 597-3420 if you have questions when considering a construction project.
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For licensing, vaccinations, spaying and neutering, animal shelters, stray animal pickup, and the rescue of animals in distress, contact the Broward County Animal Care and Adoption Division or by calling (954) 359-1313. For pit bull dog registration, in accordance with the City of Tamarac Ordinance, call (954) 597-3425, in addition to meeting the Broward County licensing requirements (see above). Humane Society of Broward County may be reached at (954) 463-4870. Gary B. Jones Park for People and Pups 8101 Southgate Boulevard, Tamarac, FL 33321. Information, with park events and guidelines, may be found online or by calling the Parks and Recreation Department at (954) 597-3620.

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Small, medium and large picnic shelters are available for rent. To reserve a picnic shelter, please visit the Tamarac Community Center (8601 W. Commercial Boulevard), pay the full rental fee, and the refundable clean up deposit. Bounce houses are allowed at all picnic shelters except shelter number one at Sunset Point Park. A permit request to install a bounce house is required. Call the Tamarac Parks and Recreation Department at (954) 597-3620 for detailed fee information. Picnic shelters are located at the following parks and are available daily from sunrise to sunset. (Closed Christmas Day.): Caporella Park, 5200 Prospect Road Sunset Point Park, 11000 W. McNab Road Tamarac Sports Complex, 9901 N.W. 77th Street Tephford Park, 10003 Southgate Boulevard
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Community Development Department/ Planning & Zoning Division 7525 N.W. 88th Avenue, Tamarac, Florida 33321 (Room 206) - (954) 597-3530 To learn about current developments around the City, please go to “Pardon Our Dust” which provides details on development and capital improvement projects currently slated for construction. To find out what zoning a specific property has, please call or visit and ask one of the planners for assistance. Click here for development application and review schedules.
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Call the Poison Control Hotline for more information 1-800-222-1222. Call 911 for an emergency.
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Broward Sheriff's Office (BSO) Tamarac provides comprehensive law enforcement services for Tamarac residents. The Tamarac District Office is located next to City Hall at 7515 N.W. 88th Avenue and is open Monday-Friday 8:00am-8:00pm . For non-emergency law enforcement needs, please call (954) 765-4321. For any threatening emergency call 911 from any phone, including cell phones without service, as long as the phone is charged. 911 calls are free from any pay phone. The 911 operators will ask many questions, because experience has shown that the first 60 seconds of every 911 call are the most critical. Operators need to determine the exact location of the emergency, the nature of the situation, whether anyone is injured and of what elements a responding officer should be aware. A deputy armed with this information can react quickly and accurately and minimize the chance that further damage will occur, or that innocent bystanders will be hurt. BSO - Tamarac offers residents in its jurisdiction a free “Vacation Home Check” program. Deputies will drive by unoccupied residences and perform a daily perimeter check for signs of break-in or suspicious activity. To sign up call (954) 720-2225 and request a vacation home check form. Residents may sign up for the "R U OK?" program. They will receive daily computer generated phone calls from BSO - Tamarac checking to see if they are OK. If the repeated calls are not answered, an officer will be sent to the residence to check on the well-being of the resident. Keep in mind, if you sign up for this service you cannot have an answering machine or voicemail, since the system cannot distinguish between a person picking up a phone and a voicemail/answering machine recording. If you need information about a ticket or traffic citation, don't call the Broward Sheriff's Office or the police agency that issued it. Once the ticket is issued, it becomes part of the court process and is handled by Broward County's Clerk of the Courts. (See Traffic Citations). (Also see Concealed Handgun Permit, Restraining Order). To find out more information, visit BSO's website; under Law Enforcement tab select BSO District Offices and click on Tamarac:
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You must obtain permits for the construction of a swimming pool and the construction of the safety barriers for the pool, before any work commences. Visit ePermits.
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Caporella Aquatic Center 9300 N.W. 58th Street Tamarac, Florida 33321 - (954) 597-3660 The Caporella Aquatic Center is open to the public, featuring a heated 8-lane swimming pool with zero-depth entry and double tornado slide, children's water play area (Sprayground), picnic pavilion, concession stand, and a fitness center. To sign up and pay for swim lessons, water exercise classes, personal training sessions or special events, please visit Online Payments. Hours vary by season. Pool is closed December, January, and February to the general public. It remains open during these months for swim lessons and classes.
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7875 N.W. 57th Street (954) 722-4476 1-800-275-8777
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Regarding a gas tank installation in your backyard, please, call the Community Development Department at (954) 597-3530. For propane tank disposal, check with places that sell propane, as they often offer propane tank recycling programs. You may also dispose of your propane tank as any other household hazardous waste.
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Broward County Property Appraiser deals with the appraisal of all property, assigns municipal taxable values and grants Homestead Exemptions. Call (954) 357-6830. Broward County Property Appraiser is available at Tamarac Community Center once a month. Call (954) 597-3620 for specific times.
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The role of the Public Art Committee is to identify locations for public art, assist with the selection of artists and make recommendations to the Mayor and Commission regarding public art. Please contact the City's Public Art Program Administrator through the Community Development Department at (954) 597-3530. Committee members must live or conduct business in the City of Tamarac and are chosen from the following disciplines: landscape architecture, urban planning, engineering or related design discipline; one professional artist; one private citizen knowledgeable in the field of public art, education or community affairs and one private citizen from the development community.
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Tamarac’s Public Services Department consists of Public Works and Utilities. The Public Works is responsible for overseeing City streets, landscaping, storm water infrastructure, engineering, engineering permit inspections, City building maintenance, and Tamarac's fleet of vehicles. They are also responsible for all capital improvement projects and citywide garbage/recycling contracts, ensuring that Tamarac meets or exceeds the Florida state statutes for solid waste management. Utilities is responsible for overseeing the City's water distribution system, water treatment plant and wastewater collection system.
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Owners of individual property (abandoned or occupied) are responsible for their own pest control. Occupants of units within multi-family properties of three or more units are responsible for pest control within each unit.
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In single family residences, regular trash is picked up twice per week, with bulk trash and recycling picked up weekly curbside. To find out a specific pickup date, please contact Waste Management at (954) 974-7500 or check the collection map. In condominiums and apartments, garbage and recycling pickup days vary and bulk trash is picked up quarterly. Please check with your HOA or property manager to find out the specific dates. Waste and recycling containers should be stored out of view of public right-of-way, Recycling Guidelines.
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Restraining orders are issued by a judge and are intended to protect those who fear for their own safety. To obtain a restraining order, go to the Broward County Courthouse in downtown Fort Lauderdale at 201 S.E. 6th Street, Room 248 between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm. If you find yourself in a life-threatening domestic violence situation after hours, call Henderson Mental Health Center, Inc. - Crisis Services (954) 463-0911. They will help to evaluate whether you qualify to apply for an emergency domestic violence restraining order. If you do, you will be met at the courthouse by a domestic violence specialist who will assist you through the process during which the duty judge will decide whether to grant the emergency domestic violence restraining order. A temporary restraining order can be granted immediately and lasts only until a hearing can take place. If a restraining order is violated, call 911 and report the situation. Always keep a copy of your restraining order with you, and on file with the police department in whose jurisdiction you live, work, or regularly spend time. Inform your employer, neighbors, close friends, family, your children's school administration, teachers, childcare centers, and babysitters about the restraining order.
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Tamarac is a part of the Broward County Public School District. School Board, Broward County (Main Number) ...................................... (754) 321-0000 Elementary Schools Challenger Elementary ............................................................................ (754) 322-5750 Tamarac Elementary ............................................................................... (754) 322-8600 Middle Schools Millennium Middle .................................................................................... (754) 322-3900 High Schools Piper High School (Sunrise) .................................................................... (754) 322-1700 J.P. Taravella High School (Coral Springs) ............................................. (754) 322-2300 For information regarding the establishment of schools in the City of Tamarac, please contact the Community Development Department, Planning and Zoning Division at (954) 597-3530. For charter or other school information, including school grades, call (754) 321-0000 or visit
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With over 40 different activities, programs and services per week, there is truly something for everyone in Tamarac. The Senior Program has over 800 members who participate in activities such as Jazzercise, painting, line dancing, Scrabble, volleyball, chair yoga, and much, much more. Senior programs are held Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Please check the Discovery Section of the Tam-A-Gram or call (954) 597-3620 for activities and times. A new registration form must be filled out each time someone enrolls in a class or program.
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Sharps are considered bio-hazardous waste and should never be thrown directly into the trash. For information about safe disposal and a list of sites accepting sharps, please visit the Broward County Health Department website
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If you believe a sidewalk needs to be repaired, please contact our Public Services Department at (954) 597-3700. The City does not reimburse for out-of-pocket sidewalk repairs.
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Please access the City's Code of Ordinances Chapter 18 for all sign regulations or contact the Community Development Department Planning and Zoning Division at (954) 597-3530.
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Tamarac Sports Complex, 9901 N.W. 77th Street Users age 17 and younger must have a waiver and consent form signed by a parent or legal guardian. Parents or legal guardians will be required to present a picture I.D. Upon completion of the registration process, the participant will receive a Skate Park decal (valid for the current calendar year). The decal must be displayed on the participant's helmet and worn at all times. Registration for the Skate Park is located at the Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Boulevard, or Tamarac Recreation Center at 7501 North University Drive.
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For information on the installation of smoke detectors, contact Fire Rescue at (954) 597-3800.
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Social Services and their partners offer the following services to Tamarac residents: outreach to residents in need; information about and referrals to services and resources; health information and programs, such as free hearing screenings, eyeglass repair and annual health fair; community education and support groups, such as bereavement, coping skills and counseling; special programs, such as Healthy Living and Matter of Balance; volunteer tax program and volunteer program. To reach Social Services, please call (954) 597-3642.
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1-800-772-1213 8501 W. Sunrise Boulevard, Suite 100, Plantation.
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Door-to-door solicitation is only permitted when a City solicitor's permit is obtained from the Business Revenue Division. Call (954) 597-3537 for information.
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The City of Tamarac offers a variety of special events throughout the year including Springfest, Halloween Hoopla, Turkey Trot 5K Race, Holiday Lighting Ceremony, Concerts in the Park, Fourth of July celebration, Memorial and Veterans Day ceremonies and much more. Most events hosted by the City of Tamarac are free to the public or are offered at a nominal fee. For more information or a listing of events, please visit the City of Tamarac's special events page or call the Parks and Recreation Department at (954) 597-3620. Outside organizations interested in hosting an event in Tamarac must contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (954) 597-3620 or the Community Development Department at (954) 597-3530.
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9901 N.W. 77th Street The Tamarac Sports Complex amenities include a skate park, hockey rink, tennis courts, basketball courts, covered playgrounds, picnic tables, and football/soccer fields, along with concession stands and restrooms. Skate park users age 17 and younger must have a waiver and consent form signed by a parent or legal guardian. Parents or legal guardians will be required to present a picture I.D. Upon completion of the registration process, the participant will receive a Skate Park decal (valid for the current calendar year). The decal must be displayed on the participant's helmet and worn at all times. Registration for the Skate Park is located at the Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Boulevard, or Tamarac Recreation Center at 7501 North University Drive.
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The Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of sports leagues for youths and adults including Youth Basketball, Men's Basketball, Youth Soccer, Flag Football, Girls' Softball, Co-ed Softball and Men's Softball. Contact the Athletic Supervisor at (954) 597-3634 for more information.
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Please report all non-compliant irrigation systems to our Water Conservation Specialist at (954) 597-3792.
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We changed the Stormwater Utility Management Fee collection method from water billing to a more efficient method in 2013 after experiencing a 3% to 4% non-collection rate. The fee assessment now appears on the Truth-In-Millage (TRIM) notice sent by the Broward County Property Appraiser each August identifying the proposed taxes and non-ad valorem special assessments. Tamarac City Commission is required to adopt an annual rate resolution setting the Stormwater Fee rate at a public hearing each fiscal year as a part of the budget adoption process. If you have a mortgage, you will continue to make monthly Stormwater Fee payments; now they will be applied to the escrow account instead of a water bill. If you do not have a mortgage, there are options for you to pay in increments through the Tax Collector’s Office. For additional information, please contact the Tax Collector’s office at (954) 831-4000. For those residential property owners who have an escrow amount included in their mortgage payments, adjustments are usually made at the time your escrow amounts are recalculated. The Stormwater Utility Management Fee Collection Services Assessment will be part of the annual recalculations. All property owners pay the annual fee, whether they occupy the property year-round or part of the year. If you move following the payment of your tax bill, generally the amount will be prorated on the HUD-1 closing statement regarding the sale of your property. In other words, the buyer is reimbursing you for the remainder of the taxes, Stormwater Fee, Fire Rescue Assessment, etc. that you paid. The City of Tamarac will not issue refunds for paid Stormwater Fees. Ad valorem tax exemptions have no impact on non-ad valorem assessments. The fee is $113.62 per Equivalent Residential Unit (ERU) for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015. It will appear on the tax bill in the non-ad valorem tax section along with the Fire Rescue Assessment and the Residential Solid Waste Assessment (for those properties that it applies to). As with those assessments, the non-ad valorem taxes are part of the entire tax bill and the earlier you pay the more discounts you are eligible for. Although the Stormwater Fee cannot be paid separately from the tax bill, the following discounts are offered (associated with the Stormwater Utility Management Fee Collection Services Assessment only): November payment – 4% discount $113.62 x .96 = $109.07 ($4.55 savings) December payment – 3% discount $113.62 x .97 = $110.21 ($3.41 savings) January payment – 2% discount $113.62 x .98 = $111.35 ($2.27 savings) February payment – 1% discount $113.62 x .99 = $112.48 ($1.14 savings) Please note that these discounts were not available using the water bill method for payment.
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To report a light that is out call FPL Customer Service (954) 797-5000 or visit www.fpl.com. It may take 14-21 days for FPL to repair a reported street light. Tamarac Public Works inspects all City public street lights monthly. Click here to report if a street light that is out.
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The Public Works Streets Division maintains and repairs all City-owned streets and public parking lots. Call (954) 597-3700 to report a repair issue.
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The Admissions Unit for Broward County Addiction Recovery Center is open to Broward residents Monday-Friday. For more information call (954) 357-4851.
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The City of Tamarac hosts a summer camp program for children ages 5-12 at the Tamarac Recreation Center. Camp Tamarac is an 8-week summer program providing various sports, recreational and healthy lifestyle activities, arts and crafts, games and other skill development activities for campers, including one swim trip per week to the Caporella Aquatic Center and one field trip per week. Click here for camp registration. Contact the Social Services Division for information about the City's hardship process.
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The Broward County Supervisor of Elections provides voter information, registration, and education services, and conducts elections. Call (954) 357-7050 for more information.
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The City of Tamarac's Historical Society seeks to research, collect, preserve, and exhibit the history of Tamarac with goals of enlightening the community about our heritage and passing on an enduring legacy to future generations. The Society meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month in the Palm Room at the Tamarac Community Center. New members are welcome. Call (954) 597-3990.
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Tam-A-Gram, our City's newsmagazine, reports on City news and events, as well as City-related programs. It is produced and mailed quarterly to each household in Tamarac. Issues can also be picked up at City Hall, the Tamarac Community Center, the Tamarac Library, Caporella Aquatic Center or online. Although Tam-A-Gram cannot be shipped to our residents out of town, you can call the Public Information Office at (954) 597-3510 to find out if you can get copies of the issues you may have missed. Tam-A-Gram does not sell ads. To recommend a story, you may contact the Public Information Office at (954) 597-3510. Typically, only City-related stories are printed.
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For information about your property valuation visit the Broward County Property Appraiser's website at www.bcpa.net. For residential property values call (954) 357-6831. For condo and co-op property values call (954) 357-6832. For commercial property values call (954) 357-6835. For information about your tax bill or millage rates call 311 or visit the Broward County Revenue Collector’s website at
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Teens in Tamarac (ages 12-17) are eligible to participate in the Teen Club that meets Thursdays from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Tamarac Multi-Purpose Center throughout the school year. Yearly membership rates are $25 for residents and $35 for non-residents. (Rates are subject to change). Teen Program participants coordinate the annual Teen Summit and also volunteer at City events. For more information, call (954) 597-3674.
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Tennis courts are available at the Tamarac Sports Complex located at 9901 N.W. 77th Street.
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If your vehicle was towed from a private property, contact the property owner/administrator to find out the name and phone number of the towing firm they use. If you were towed from a City street or City property, you should contact Westway Towing by calling (954) 731-1115. They are located at 3681 W. Oakland Park Boulevard, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311. Complaints about towing violations should be referred directly to the Broward County Consumer Affairs Division. Call (954) 765-4400, press #, then dial extension 9674 or send an email to hcruz@broward.org.
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To pay traffic or parking fine, find out information about your case, or hear the Broward County Clerk of the Courts’ pre-recorded answers to Frequently Asked Questions call (954) 712-7899. The Clerk of the Court’s website also provides extensive information about the resolution options for tickets and citations, as well as online payment option for some tickets and citations. General information is also available at (954) 831-6565.
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Broward County's Traffic Engineering Division is responsible for operation and maintenance of traffic signal systems. You can report signal outage on their website, www.broward.org/traffic. Call (954) 847-2600 for more information.
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If your neighbor's tree is protruding onto your property, you can legally cut any part of any landscaping that is on your property; however, there is no legal requirement to cut a whole tree unless it is blocking a public right-of-way such as a street or sidewalk. If you are seeking to remove a tree, contact the Community Development Department at (954) 597-3532 to obtain information about trees, the tree removal application process, or to schedule a tree removal inspection.
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WorkForce® One provides assistance with your job search and information to help you gain job search skills by conducting workshops and face-to-face counseling. Contact Employ Florida at 866-352-2345 or www.employflorida.com. Locations: 2301 W. Sample Road, Building 4 – Suite 7A, Pompano Beach, FL 33073 (954) 969-3541, TTY/TDD 711; Fax (954) 969-3550 or (954) 917-1362 2610 W. Oakland Park Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 (954) 677-5555, TTY/TDD 711; Fax (954) 497-3331 7550 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024 (954) 967-1010, TTY/TDD 711; Fax (954) 893-5030 For additional job assistance, contact Florida Department of Economic Security at
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Tamarac’s Public Services Department consists of Public Works and Utilities. Utilities is responsible for overseeing the City's water distribution system, water treatment plant and wastewater collection system.
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Welcome to the City of Tamarac
We are glad you have decided to make our City your new home!
Please review the list below and the paperwork required for each category, so we can expedite your new water service.
Owner:
- Warranty Deed or HUD - Settlement Statement
- Legible copy of a valid State issued identification (e.g.: Driver's License), or passport for foreign owners
- The New Services Request Form and Water Service Waiver
- A water deposit is required, and the amount is dependent on the size of the meter at the location (please call us for the exact amount at 954-597-3590)
Tenant:
- Lease Agreement
- Legible copy of a valid State issued identification (e.g.: Driver's License), or passport for foreign owners
- The New Services Request Form and Water Service Waiver
- A water deposit is required, and the amount is dependent on the size of the meter at the location (please call us for the exact amount at 954-597-3590)
Realtor:
- Listing Agreement
- Legible copy of a valid State issued identification (e.g.: Driver's License), and business card
- The New Services Request Form and Water Service Waiver
- Deposit of $105

You can deliver all required documentation by:
- Email Customer Service
- Fax 954-597-3599
- Mail to 7525 NW 88th Avenue Tamarac Florida, 33321 or in-person Room 102
Mon - Thurs 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
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For bill payment options visit Water Bill Payments. You can pay your bill by: credit card; phone at (954) 597-3590; mail with the envelope provided in your monthly utility bill or in person, Monday - Thursday at City Hall, Room 102, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm or on Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. You can also set up recurring payments online by credit card or from your checking account by clicking on Auto Pay. Send payment to: City of Tamarac Customer Service Division, 7525 N.W. 88th Avenue, Tamarac, FL 33321. After-hour drop boxes are located in the City Hall parking lot and at the City's Water Treatment Plant, 7803 N.W. 61st Street (on the north side of 61st Street just west of University Drive). When you enroll in Tamarac's Automatic Payment Plan (TAPP), your entire utility bill is automatically deducted from your bank account 15 days from the billed date. To enroll in TAPP call Customer Service at (954) 597-3590.
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To register new vehicles with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, visit them online, (for renewals - GoRenew.com), call (954) 765-4697 or find a location near you. To get auto tags call the Broward County Revenue Division at (954) 765-4697, or visit Broward County Records, Taxes and Treasury Division.
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A veterans advisor is available to assist with veterans issues each Friday at the Tamarac Community Center, between the hours of 8:00 am – 11:00 am. No appointment is necessary. The Veterans Affairs Committee consists of eight or more members appointed by the City Commission. Membership of the committee contains members from various veterans' organizations. Members must have served in a branch of the US Armed Forces and must have received an honorable discharge. The committee promotes and facilitates awareness among veterans of their rights, benefits and any other special needs; promotes programs designed to encourage public awareness of the role of veterans in the history of the United States; and promote patriotism. Please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (954) 597-3620 to confirm the meeting schedule. Broward County's Elderly and Veterans Service Division (954) 357-6622; TTY (954) 357- 5841. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs 1-800-827-1000.
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Would you like to volunteer with the City of Tamarac? The City encourages the involvement of volunteers to build a strong sense of community.
Volunteer opportunities include:
Boards and Committees
Citizen Observer Patrol (COP)
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
HandsOn South Florida
Parks and Recreation
Tamarac Historical Society
For additional information, including instructions on how to apply, please visit Tamarac.org/Volunteer.
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Register online by visiting www.browardsoe.org. For more information call the Supervisor of Elections at (954) 357-7050.
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The Broward County Vulnerable Population program is designed to assist residents who are homebound or unable to get supplies on their own. Residents may register with the program at www.broward.org/atrisk or by calling (954) 831-4000; TTY (954) 831-3940. Only those needing special assistance should register. Residents with special medical needs should call (954) 357-6385 or TTY (954) 357-5608 to register for the Special Needs Shelter. Documentation and a medical review must be provided in advance to ensure the shelter can meet those needs.
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For more information, call (954) 974-7500 or visit www.wm.com. You may also see Garbage and Recycling.
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For bill payment options visit Water Bill Payments. You can pay your bill by: credit card; phone at (954) 597-3590; mail with the envelope provided in your monthly utility bill or in person, Monday - Thursday at City Hall, Room 102, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm or on Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. You can also set up recurring payments online by credit card or from your checking account by clicking on Auto Pay. Send payment to: City of Tamarac Customer Service Division, 7525 N.W. 88th Avenue, Tamarac, FL 33321. After-hour drop boxes are located in the City Hall parking lot and at the City's Water Treatment Plant, 7803 N.W. 61st Street (on the north side of 61st Street just west of University Drive). When you enroll in Tamarac's Automatic Payment Plan (TAPP), your entire utility bill is automatically deducted from your bank account 15 days from the billed date. To enroll in TAPP call Customer Service at (954) 597-3590.
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Tamarac's Water Treatment Plant ensures that Tamarac residents are provided with an adequate amount of high quality, drinkable water that meets and exceeds all applicable federal and state regulatory standards. During treatment, our Water Treatment Plant partially softens the water. The finished water is considered neither hard nor soft, with a hardness of approximately 60 mg/L or 3.5 grains. In addition, fluoride is added to the drinking water because drinking water with the right amount of fluoride has been shown to reduce the risk of cavities, especially for children. There is approximately 0.8 mg/L of fluoride in the drinking water. For more information regarding water quality, please contact the Water Treatment Plant Lab at (954) 597-3775. You can view the latest Water Quality Report here. If water is shut off for construction work, after the service has been restored, boiling of water is only necessary as determined by the Department of Health. We will notify you if this is the case. To safely boil water, bring it to a rolling boil for 3 minutes and allow to cool completely before using.
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There are permanent water restrictions in effect: Odd-numbered addresses may water lawns and landscapes on Wednesdays and Saturdays from midnight to 10:00 am or from 4:00 pm to midnight. Even-numbered addresses may water lawns and landscapes on Thursdays and Sundays from midnight to 10:00 am or from 4:00 pm to midnight.
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To open a water utility account see Utility Account. To discontinue your water and sewer service you will need to complete and submit a Final Bill and Refund Request Form. For additional assistance, contact the Customer Service Division at (954) 597-3590. Water service shut off reasons: Maintenance or construction work in your area. If this is the case, you should have been notified in advance through a door hanger card. For questions concerning water outages due to scheduled work, please contact the Utilities Department at (954) 597-3750; Non-payment. If this is the case, please contact the Customer Service Division at (954) 597-3590 to arrange for payment and reconnection; or Water main break. The Utilities Department will shut off water service during the repair of the break and will restore service as soon as possible. If water is shut off for construction work, after the service has been restored, boiling of water is only necessary as determined by the Department of Health. We will notify you if this is the case. To safely boil water, bring it to a rolling boil for 3 minutes and allow to cool completely before using. Low water pressure in your home may be caused by: Water leaks; The valve into the house not being completely open. This valve is located on the side of the house where the water enters the home. (It is important to know the location of this valve in case of a leak in your home.); Clogged sink aerators; or General low pressure in the area due to a repair or high water use. High water use could also affect pressure on the upper floors of a condo. If you check all of the above items and still have questions, please contact our Utilities Department at (954) 597-3750.
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The South Florida Water Management Division provides flood control protection and water supply protection to local residents, controls all water shortage management efforts, and assigns water restrictions when necessary. For more information call 1-800-432-2045 or visit them online.
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Visit www.tamarac.org to find updated information, pay your bills and register for classes or activities.
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Free Wi-Fi is available at most City facilities.
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Many laws protect Florida's wildlife. Often the conflict between humans and wild animals can be resolved by removing what attracts an animal to your home. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service can answer questions about federal laws and human/wildlife conflict. Visit the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's website at myfwc.com for a list of nuisance wildlife that cannot be taken, the protected and regulated species that require a permit to be taken, and the Nuisance Wildlife Trapper Directory. Call Florida FWC at (850) 488-4676 for more information.
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In single family residences, regular trash is picked up twice per week, with bulk trash and recycling picked up weekly curbside. To find out a specific pickup date, please contact Waste Management at (954) 974-7500 or check the collection map. Weekly bulk trash is limited to no more than 3 cubic yards (1 cubic yard approximately equals the size of one dishwasher). Loose material (e.g. tree trimmings) must be tied and bundled (not more than 40 lbs. and not more than 4 feet long). For bulk waste that will exceed 3 cubic yards and/or will not be properly bundled, residents must call Waste Management first to make special arrangements or the bulk waste may not be collected. Commercially generated waste (e.g. debris generated by landscaping services, roofing contractors, etc.) will not be collected by Waste Management and is the responsibility of the homeowner. Proper disposal of waste generated by a contractor generally should be provided by the contractor. Waste and recycling containers should be stored out of view of public right-of-way.
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Community Development Department, located at 7525 N.W. 88th Avenue, Tamarac, Florida 33321 (Room 206) - (954) 597-3530. To find out what zoning a specific property has, please call or visit and ask one of the planners for assistance. To learn about current developments around the City, please visit “Pardon Our Dust”, which provides details on development and capital improvement projects currently slated for construction.
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Alarm installations will require a permit from the Building Department. For questions please call (954) 597-3420. Residential and commercial burglar alarms do not have to be registered with BSO – Tamarac. Fire alarms do not need to be registered with the Tamarac Fire Department. Call (954) 597-3800 for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to the City of Tamarac
We are glad you have decided to make our City your new home! Please review the list below and the paperwork required for each category, so we can expedite your new water service.
Owner:
- Warranty Deed or HUD - Settlement Statement
- Legible copy of a valid State issued identification (e.g.: Driver's License), or passport for foreign owners
- The New Services Request Form and Water Service Waiver
- A water deposit is required, and the amount is dependent on the size of the meter at the location (please call us for the exact amount at 954-597-3590)
Tenant:
- Lease Agreement
- Legible copy of a valid State issued identification (e.g.: Driver's License), or passport for foreign owners
- The New Services Request Form and Water Service Waiver
- A water deposit is required, and the amount is dependent on the size of the meter at the location (please call us for the exact amount at 954-597-3590)
Realtor:
- Listing Agreement
- Legible copy of a valid State issued identification (e.g.: Driver's License), and business card
- The New Services Request Form and Water Service Waiver
- Deposit of $105

You can deliver all required documentation by:
- Email Customer Service
- Fax 954-597-3599
- Mail to 7525 NW 88th Avenue Tamarac Florida, 33321 or in-person Room 102
Mon - Thurs 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
(954) 597-3460
City Hall/7525 N.W. 88th Avenue
The five-member City Commission includes four Commissioners, elected by their respective districts and a Mayor elected citywide. The Commission is responsible for setting policy, adopting the annual budget, formulating goals and objectives, and making decisions that affect the quality of life in the community. They appoint a City Manager who oversees the day-to-day operations of the City, while at the same time carrying out the Commission initiatives and directives. The Commission also appoints a City Attorney to represent Tamarac in legal matters. Commission Meetings are held the second (evening, 7:00 pm) and fourth (morning, 9:00 am) Wednesday of each month in the Commission Chambers at Tamarac City Hall. Commission Workshops are held the Monday preceding each Commission Meeting in Room 105 at Tamarac City Hall, beginning at 9:30 am. Commission meetings and workshops are open to the public. Click here to watch commission meetings and workshops streamed live, locate which commission district you live in or to access your Commissioner's email address.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you receive a Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing, the City Code violation must be corrected in the time given. If not, the case is then heard at a Special Magistrate hearing to determine if there is, in fact, a violation of the City Code. If the violation is deemed to be valid, then a monetary fine is assessed against the property until the violations are corrected. The Code Compliance Division can be reached at (954) 597-3425. For Building Code violations, please contact the Building Department at (954) 597-3424. For Fire Code violations, contact the Fire Department at (954) 597-3800. Questions regarding code violation notices should be directed to the Fire Inspector who wrote the violation notice.
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