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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 1Register to VOTE Circuit Ride Taste of ItalyPRESIDENT’S MESSAGE2SPEED HUMPS4BULK PICKUP 3RD FRIDAY 6 News Volume 10 Unity In The Community Fall/Winter 2023President’s MessageBy Michael Albetta!"#$%&"'(")*+",-)'%.'/01"'(*+2"3'4%5-'/06+"5+0#"'7(",-"5)3'8%&"%9,"5)3'0,+':6)*,"))");<'=>',0&"'*)'=*$?0"#'@#:"A03'0'5")*+",-'%.'/01"'(*+2"')*,$"'BCCD3'0,+'-?"'E5")*+",-'%.'/01"'(*+2"'F*G*$'@))%$*0H%,')*,$"'BCIB< (Continued pg. 2)LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023Proposed and Project Updates •Sears Town/Flagler Village •14-Story building on 9th Ave •Gateway OverpassProposed Monstrosity on 8th, 9th & 10th Ave

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 2President’s Message(continued from cover) During these years, there have been many changes and progress leading to the betterment of our neighborhood. From trafﬁc-calming elements throughout to the enlargement of our tree canopy; all adding to its beautiﬁcation. Let me share a few things you may not have known about your civic association, your neighborhood, and your city.As mentioned above, the civic association is open to ALL its residents, and we welcome all levels of participation. Maybe you can only attend the general meetings. General membership meetings are held on the third Thursday in January, March, June, and October at ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale 33304. The meeting ofﬁcially starts at 7pm, but we gather to socialize and enjoy light refreshments (Jet’s pizza and water) at 6:30pm.Maybe you would like to join the board, organize or participate in an event. This is something that we not only encourage, but we welcome and look forward to more of you participating in some capacity. Did you know you have three museums in our area? All conveniently within walking distance, located on the same property (1350 E. Sunrise Blvd) and FREE to enjoy. Listed in no particular order, we have the Stonewall National Museums & Archives, the World Aids Museum and Educational Center and Artserve. Inside Artserve, we also have the Broward County, Fort Lauderdale Reading CenterAlso, FREE to enjoy is Tranquility Park, Lake Ridge’s best kept secret. You will ﬁnd it on 11th Avenue just inside the Bell Sunrise Apartment complex. A nice little pocket park where you can go to relax and clear your mind. Every Friday evening, in June, July and August, the city hosts musical concerts in Holiday Park. Sponsored by Bank of America, the Starlight Musicals concert series is FREE.Saving the best for last, the Lake Ridge Civic Association hosts a huge fundraising social at Cafe Vico (1125 N. Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale.) This year, TASTE OF ITALY / Holiday Soirée happens on December 7th from 6 pm – 9pm. For the Amazingly low price of $20.00 you get a glass of wine or beer / tapas / chances to win awesome rafﬂe prizes / music and the opportunity to gather socially. Read this newsletter, get informed, and get involved! Thank you for your time, consideration, and support! Happy Holidays!Sincerely, Michael Albetta, President, Lake Ridge Civic AssociationLAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 3Proposed and Updated ProjectsHere is another project, literally in our backyard, that does not ﬁt the aesthetics of our neighborhood. Now is the time to contact your commissioners and let them know we do not need a project of this size directly affecting our local streets and road closures. Urbano Co Proposes 14-Story Mixed-Use Building At 901 East Sunrise Boulevard In Fort Lauderdale. A Site Plan Level III application has been submitted for De Parc, a 14-story mixed-use development project located at 901 East Sunrise Boulevard within the Lake Ridge neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale. The nearly 149-foot-tall project is designed by Built Form Architecture, with YH Consulting Engineering as the structural engineer, and developed by Urbano Co, led by Fort Lauderdale-based investor Felipe Yalale. The proposed development covers 2.29 gross acres (or 1.68 net acres) and is set to include 274 multi-family units comprising 141 studios, 85 one-bedroom units, and 48 two-bedroom units. Additionally, the project will feature 5,235 square feet of ground-ﬂoor commercial space and a 4-story parking garage providing 369 spaces. LRCA Board UpdatesPresident Michael AlbettaVice President Edwin LunaTreasurer Juliette RocqueSecretary Rose MatherBoard Members At Large Ted SpiliotesBoard Members At Large Shane Jordan Newsletter Editor Edwin LunaLRCA Hostess Barbara BennettDevelopment Sustainability/ Environmental committee! John BeachBeautiﬁcation Chair AvailableCommunity Redevelopment Available Agency RepresentativeInfrastructure Chair Available2nd Vice President of Council of Fort Lauderdale Civic Associations Michael AlbettaThe Lake Ridge News is published quarterly and is delivered to all residential and business addresses in Lake Ridge.As the Lake Ridge Civic Association By-laws call for an appointed Nomination Chair for January 2024 Elections, I hear by appoint Rose Mather. Please submit you name for the board & a brief summary to rosemather.lrca@gmail.comMust be in by December 2nd. You must be a paid member 45 days before the election and in good standing with the community.Please contact us for advertising rates & deadlines for print-ready art at LRCA33304@gmail.comPlease note: The views and opinions stated in this newsletter are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the Board nor the members of the Lake Ridge Civic Association.LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023🚫❌

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 4LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023Ne 15 Ave Corridor Improvements (NE 11th street to NE 13th street) Exciting news! The lake ridge tactical urbanism pilot project on NE 15th Avenue, a collaborative eﬀort involving the city of Fort Lauderdale, the Lake Ridge Civic Association, and the Broward MPO, received the prestigious merit award (implementation) at the 2023 Florida chapter of the American planning association (APA Florida) conference. The award was granted for its exceptional work based on the foundation of the lake ridge mobility master plan, aimed at enhancing our streets, improving safety, and reducing speeds."Flagler Drive speed humps (Sunrise Blvd to NE 12 St): a speed and volume study conducted that conﬁrmed the need for speed humps in this area, meeting the criteria of an 85th percentile speed at least 8 mph above the posted speed limit and an average daily traﬃc volume of between 450 to 3,000 vehicles per day. Installation is scheduled for fy24. "NE 12 St speed study: a study was conducted to determine if NE 12th street meets the city's speed hump policy requirements found that it does not warrant speed humps however tam staﬀ requested police enforcement to address speeding and stop sign non-compliance issues at NE 11th Ave and NE 13th Ave intersections.Broward County Multimodal SurveyYour input matters, and we invite you to participate in the Broward County Multimodal Mobility Master Plan public survey. While we're your local city, this survey is part of a broader initiative by Broward county to improve mobility for everyone. Your feedback will play a crucial role in shaping the future of transportation in our area. Whether you walk, use wheelchairs or mobility assistance devices, bike, or utilize emerging mobility devices like hoverboards, e-scooters, e-bikes, or one wheels, your insights are crucial.Let's work together to build a more accessible and mobile Broward county for all ages and abilities. Learn more about the project at the below link: share your thoughts and be part of the positive change in our community. Take the survey now and make your voice heard: ftlcity.Info/mmmp

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 5Sunrise Blvd Gateway intersection PD&E study- FDOTthe gateway intersection project, particularly the project development & environment (pd&e) phase, is currently in progress, and your active involvement is crucial to shaping this signiﬁcant project. The primary objectives are to enhance the ﬂow of trafﬁc through the intersection and improve the multimodal accommodations.But there's more to come. This year, the city will be refreshing the planters at NE 15th Ave and NE 11/12 St as part of its commitment to a permanent multimodal improvement along NE 15th avenue. To achieve this goal, the city is actively pursuing various funding opportunities. Additionally, the project has been tentatively ranked for funding through the metropolitan planning organization's (MPO) CSLIP grant program, which operates on a longer funding cycle. Because of the overlapping grant cycles, the city is submitting the same application this year to ensure it stays on the funding priority list. Stay tuned for updates on our progress!Sears Town/Flager Drive Update The new plan proposes more green space between the street and the building(s).LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 6Bulk Pickup FRIDAY’s by John Beach & Juliette RocqueBulk trash is in the 3rd Friday, of the month, each month. It is important that we as a community keep track of all sanitation days. When trash of any kind is left in front of our homes for a prolonged period of time, it invites unwanted conditions and blights our neighborhood.Let us work together to keep Lake Ridge beautiful. Let's take pride not only in our homes but Lake Ridge as a whole. So, mark up your calendars. Bulk trash pickup in Lake Ridge occurs on the!3rd Friday!of the month.Let us work together to keep Lake Ridge beautiful!LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 7REGISTER TO VOTE RENEW YOUR VOTE-BY-MAIL BALLOT REQUEST All vote-by-mail (VBM) ballot requests expired December 31, 2022 per a recent change in Florida election law. If you previously voted by mail or wish to initiate a request for the first time, follow the instructions below to create a new request valid through December 31, 2024. REQUEST. There are six ways to request the VBM ballot, though the two easiest are online and by phone. ●Online: https://www.browardvotes.gov Click on the “Vote By Mail” tab at the top left. ●Phone: 954-357-7055 ●FAX: 954-357-7070 ●In Person: (115 S. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, Room 102; Voting Equipment Center, 1501 NW 40th Avenue, Lauderhill, at the back of the Lauderhill Mall; or at the six permanent branch offices (click on “Permanent Branch Offices” on the SOE home page) ●Mail: Broward County Supervisor of Elections/VBM Ballot Request; P.O. Box 29001, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33302 ●Email: See the link on the page where you land by following the directions to renew online (above). Send the request as an attachment to the email. ***NOTE: For mail, email, and FAX requests, sign the request and include the following information: full name; DOB; FL driver’s license OR ID number OR the LAST FOUR digits of your social security number; residence address; ballot mailing address; date of election or elections for which the ballot is requested (can be indicated as “all elections through December 31, 2024); your voter registration number is optional. ***NOTE: A recent election law change requires that the identification used to originally register to vote (FL driver’s license, FL ID or last four digits of your social security number) must be used when requesting the VBM ballot. If you cannot remember, provide BOTH the Florida ID (license/ID) and the SSN digits. If you provide the wrong ID the SOE office will get back to you to verify and/or resubmit—make sure the SOE has your contact information in addition to your address. ***NOTE: For automatic notification from the SOE of the status of your ballot (when mailed, received, counted), indicate a Ballottrax notification preference (text, email, or mobile/home phone call) with the relevant contact information. You may indicate one, two or all three preferences. VERIFY. Check your personal registration page to verify that the request has been processed: https://www.browardvotes.gov Click on the “My Voter Info” tab LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 9Eugene Conway, Jr. but we all knew him as Gene. Originally from Worcester, MA, Gene moved to Lake Ridge in 1988 with his partner Denis Bellavance. When I met Gene in 2012, he had retired the year before from his position as a Janitorial Supervisor for the Sun Sentinel where he worked for 23 years. Anyone who knew Gene would describe him as a prankster, hilarious, the life of the party. Gene could make you laugh at a wake!The same people would also describe him as loyal, extremely helpful a man who loved his neighborhood and was willing to put in the sweat equity to improve it.He was not into sports, but he loved to entertain. He and Denis hosted many dinner parties. Gene loved to dance and was known as “Gene, Gene the dancing machine!” His friends were his life.When I think about Gene, the words that come to mind are: Fun-loving, loyal, dedicated, meticulous and hard-working. What I loved most about him was that he cared so much about me, he cared about us, he cared about Lake Ridge. Prior to his heart attack, I can’t think of one event/activity where he was not present. And when he came, he came to work. He is and will always be missed1943 - 2023LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 10In the City of Fort Lauderdale, cleaning up after your pet is the law, and there are important reasons why. The risk of stormwater pollution increases when pet waste that accumulates in animal pen areas or that is left on sidewalks, streets, swales or driveways is transported to water bodies. Rainwater collects and carries pet waste, and other potential pollutants, from every street, parking lot, sidewalk, driveway, yard and garden into a storm drain or catch basin that drains to the nearest body of water. Droppings from dogs, cats and other commonly kept animals, such as exotic birds, rabbits, goats, and chickens that reach water bodies can impact the natural balance in a variety of ways:Pet waste contains nutrients that can promote the growth of algae in streams, lakes, and estuaries. Algae absorb oxygen in the water that ﬁsh and other aquatic animals need to live. Animal droppings contain intestinal bacteria and disease-causing parasites that can make nearby lakes and bays unsafe for ﬁshing, wading, and swimming after storms. In areas with very porous soils or geology, such as South Florida, pollutants such as pet waste can also reach groundwater. As a result, pet waste should not be used as a fertilizer or hosed into the ground.Pet waste that is not picked up and properly disposed of is more than a nuisance; it pollutes local waterways. Stormwater or any other water runoff carries abandoned pet waste to storm drains that discharge into waterways. This can lead to beach closures, public health and environmental issues.Proper disposal of pet waste helps prevent stormwater pollution, keeps our waterways healthy, makes neighborhoods more inviting for those who enjoy outdoor walks and is respectful of other people’s property. In much the same way that small sources of pollution add up to become a larger problem, small efforts on your part can add up to become a component of the overall solution to improve the quality of our water sources. See our Pet Waste Guidelines for more information, and inquire about our Pet Waste Signage Program. City of Fort Lauderdale Pet Waste OrdinanceSection 6-4(c) of the City’s Code of Ordinances states that, “It shall further be unlawful for a person to allow or permit a dog or other pet or domesticated animal within that person's control to deposit animal waste (except for law enforcement animals while on duty) upon any public or private property and to fail to promptly remove the animal's waste from the property.”Pet Wasteand Stormwater Pollution PreventionPet Waste and Stormwater Pollution PreventionCity of Fort LauderdaleEnvironmental Services Division954-828-8000/www.fortlauderdale.govIT'S THE LAW Section 6-4(c)LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 11h"ps://www.ridecircuit.com/fortlauderdaleLAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023Circuit works with cities, agencies, and private developers to provide affordable (sometimes free), electric, first/last-mile transportation options that are on-demand and easy to use for the rider. Circuit gets people out of their cars, bridges transit gaps, reduces congestion, and promotes better air quality - in a sustainable, data-driven way. We offer on-demand rides around Fort Lauderdale 7 days a week! Catch a ride to/from Downtown, Las Olas, Beach Hotels, The Galleria, and more!Stops Within Our Coverage Area Request a ride to: Brightline Las Olas BLVD Fort Lauderdale Beach Local Hotels, Restaurants & More SERVICE HOURS Monday:!6:30am - 11:00pm Tuesday:!6:30am - 11:00pm Wednesday:!6:30am - 11:00pm Thursday:!6:00am - 11:00pm Friday:!6:00am - 11:00pm Saturday:!8:00am - 11:00pm Sunday:!8:00am - 11:00pm

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 12Please Join Us at the next General Meeting: 🗓 Thursday January 18th! ⏰ 6:30pm 📍 ArtServe - 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd. 33304 This is an in-person meeting. Membership to Lake Ridge Civic Assoc. is OPEN and we welcome new members. Please go to our site to join today. https://www.lakeridgecivic.org/membership.htmlPlease contact us for advertising rates & deadlines for print-ready art at954-560-8649Please note: The views and opinions stated in this newsletter are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the Board nor the members of the Lake Ridge Civic Association.GiveawayGiveawayFor additional information, call Pastor Black at 954-564-7600For additional information, call Pastor Black at 954-564-7600FREEFREEDRIVEDRIVETHRUTHRUGrocery & TurkeyGrocery & Turkey8th Annual8th Annual GiveawayGiveawayFor additional information, call Pastor Black at 954-564-7600For additional information, call Pastor Black at 954-564-7600FREEFREEDRIVEDRIVETHRUTHRUGrocery & TurkeyGrocery & Turkey8th Annual8th Annual LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023Green Your Routine – Food Forest Volunteer Day - Saturday, September 16, 2023 Lake Ridge, Lauderdale Harbours, Middle River Terraceand Progresso Village Green led by master-gardener, Joan Starr.We cleared as many air potatoes as possible; we weeded and mulched. Every time I go to the Food Forest, I am amazed at its continuing transformation. I took forward to the next rotation.

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 15Thanks Linda School BoardSchool BoardDebra Hixon is a 32-year Nationally Certiﬁed teacher in Broward County, having worked at both Blanche Ely High School and South Broward High School. Born and raised in Hollywood, she has been an active and involved member of the Broward County community for over ﬁfty years, as a student, teacher, and parent. Debra is the mother of two sons, both of whom attended Broward County Public Schools, and she is the widow of Chris Hixon, the Athletic Director at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School who tragically lost his life on February 14, 2018 while trying to disarm the shooter.Sarah Leonardi is a teacher and the School Board member for Broward County Public Schools District 3. She has nearly a decade of teaching experience, primarily teaching English in Broward’s public high schools. During her tenure in Broward Schools, she served as the sponsor to various clubs, mentored other teachers, and was voted Teacher of the Year at Coconut Creek High School in 2016.LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 17Mayor Trantalis continues to be a great friend to Lake Ridge and the civic association. We appreciate his support and encourage you to read his weekly newsletter at City of Fort Lauderdale website.Mayor of Broward County, the Honorable Lamar P. FisherPlease click here to read the latest updates on my monthly newsletter.Fort Lauderdale Police updates and linksLAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023We would like to thank Commissioner Glassman, City of Fort Lauderdale, and this City Commission that has made a lot of progress with so many initiatives Please click for Commissioner Glassman’s full newsletter or scan the QR code with your smartphone.

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FOR ADVERTISING INFO CALL 954-560-8649 LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG 18Fort Lauderdale has more registered Air B&B rentals than any other municipality in Broward County. The City Commission recently approved an ordinance to modify the Vacation Rental Registration Process. Here is what the new amendments change: 🌴 Each vacation rental will need to be equipped with a noise-level detection device 🌴 !Civil penalty will be higher for uncontested & contested violations 🌴 !More details are provided concerning maximum penalty for operating a vacation rental during a suspension 🌴 Language was removed regarding limited timeframes for certiﬁcate of compliance suspension Read more at! !Air B&B Registration Enforcement.The Lake Ridge Civic Association (LRCA) regularly volunteers to make 30 bag lunches for the homeless for the “Community Court Program” amongst the other volunteer activities the LRCA participates in. Read more about the community court at the City of Fort Lauderdale website.Special Thanks to our District 1 - Fort Lauderdale Police Department who updates the Lake Ridge Civic Association on local crime statistics at every Board meeting and General meeting. We appreciate their help in local matters with assistance in cleaning up a few problem areas in Lake Ridge.LAKERIDGECIVIC.ORG UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY. FALL WINTER 2023

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