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February 6 - 13, 2015
SNAPSHOT OF UPCOMING EVENTS IN THE WINTER HAVEN AREA:
 Pickin’ in the Park, February 6, Central Park 6-8 p.m.
 Smoke on the Water, Feb. 7, Citrus Center Boys & Girls Club, 2400 Havendale Blvd., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
 EARTH, WIND AND FIRE FASHION SHOW benefiting the Woman’s Resource Center, February 7, 3 – 6
p.m., at the home of Pattie Bostick. Ticket donation $50, wrcfl.org or 294-5318 for more info.
 Immaculee Ilibagiza - Left to Tell, February 13, 6:30 p.m., New York Times bestselling author of "Left to
Tell" and Rwandan genocide survivor will be sharing her story, St Joseph’s Church, 532 Ave M NW. Call
Helen Christman at 293-8941 for more info.
 Praise in the Park, February 13, Central Park, 6:30-8 p.m.
 Filling The Lane & Brothers United - “Taking Back Our Youth” Gospel Explosion, “Still Walking Towards
Freedom,” First Missionary Baptist Church, 200 Avenue R NW, February 13, 7 p.m. Flyer below.
 2nd Saturday Market, February 14, Virginia Miller Park – 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
 Dulcimers in the Park, February 20, Virginia Miller Park – 5:30-7 p.m.
 Unity in our Community, February 21, Winter Haven Recreation & Cultural Center – 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
 CommUNITYfest Winter Haven presented by Citizens Bank & Trust, free, February 21, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.,
Central Park. Sponsored the Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce and includes music, food, street
performers, kid’s zone and more! Call 293-2138 for more info or to become a vendor.
 Taste of Winter Haven immediately following CommUNITYfest, Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce
and surrounding property, February 21, 5 – 8 p.m. Taste local cuisine, specialty beers and wine along with
live music. Purchase $25 tickets can be purchased at whchamber.com If you have any questions regarding
this event please call 863-293-2138 or email [email protected]
 Craft Beer Crawl, March 5, 5:30—8:30 p.m., downtown Winter Haven, $20, call Main Street at 295-9422
for tickets. Flyer below.
 Winter Haven Police Department 5k/1 mile walk Torch Run, March 14 at 8 a.m., Central Park.
[email protected] for more info.
 5th Annual Lakeside Adventures Gator Crawl, March 14, 11 a.m., 1005 S. Lake Howard Dr., benefits
Project Eagle and Lake Conservation Efforts, for info call 863-258-8189, Flyer below.
 Wine, Chocolate and Cheese Tasting, April 9, 5:30—8:30 p.m., downtown Winter Haven, $20, call Main
Street at 295-9422 for tickets. Flyer below.
 Ridge Art Association presents – “My Winter Haven; Sticks & Bricks” Show in City Hall. Show is
open to the public through June 15, 2015.
 WH City Market is every Thurs. from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at the corner of Ave. D and 4th St. NW
 The Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show, on Lake Silver, 3rd Saturday of every month 6 p.m. (March October) and 4:30 p.m. (November - February). Bring a lawn chair. Admission is free. Pre-show starts 45
minutes prior to event time. GPS address is 250 South Lake Silver Drive. For more information contact
Mark Voisard, 863-521-2808.
City of Winter Haven Commission Contact information:
 Mayor Nathaniel Birdsong
863-289-9813 [email protected]
 Mayor Pro Tem Steven Hunnicutt
863-289-9971 [email protected]
 Commissioner Pete Chichetto
863-289-2794 [email protected]
 Commissioner Brad Dantzler
863-289-9947 [email protected]
 Commissioner J.P. Powell
863-307-1602 [email protected]
Take a look below to see what’s occurring in City Departments throughout the following week and beyond!
CITY MANAGER
Deric C. Feacher – 291-5600
 In response to the Citizen Efficiency Committee Final Report, revisions, changes and future plans are
documented regularly by staff in an Internal Action Tracking Log. Updated information is posted at the
end of each month on the City’s Website www.mywinterhaven.com.
CITY CLERK
Vanessa Castillo – 291-5600
 The City Commission Meetings is February 9, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall.
Click the link to view the City Commission agenda: http://www.mywinterhaven.com/commission_agenda.htm
GROWTH MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
Erin Tilghman - 291-5600
 The Enterprise Zone Development Agency (EZDA) meeting is February 17 at 5 p.m. in City Hall. The
agenda is below. Contact Senior Planner Sean Byers at 291.5600 ext. 249 or [email protected]
for more info.
 The Development Special Magistrate Hearing is February 20 at 11 a.m. Contact Senior Planner Sean
Byers at 291.5600 ext. 249 or [email protected] for more info.
 The Business Tax Receipt (BTR) office is at is 490 3rd St. NW across from City Hall. Contact Alicia
Hurley at 863.291.5695. Go to: http://www.mywinterhaven.com/building_tax_receipt.htm.
Jeanne Sobierajski – 291-5850
 The CRA Downtown Advisory Committee meets February 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Conference
Room. The agenda is below. For more info contact CRA Manager/Project Manager Jeanne Sobierajski at
291-5850 or [email protected].
 The proposed projects page: http://www.mywinterhaven.com/proposedprojects.htm
 Go to the Construction Projects link at http://www.mywinterhaven.com/constructionprojects.htm for
pictures, project details and contacts.
Winter Haven Municipal Airport, Leo Treggi – 298-4551
 See the flyer below for a couple of free presentations regarding aviation opportunities.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
 FARMERS MARKET IS NOW CITY MARKET: In partnership with Main Street Winter Haven, the Market
location is now at Ave. D and 4th St. NW. www.mywinterhaven.com/special_events.htm
 Winter Haven Youth Lacrosse League, Grades 5th & 6th; 7th & 8th. Flyer below.
 Golf? Hungry? Give Willowbrook Golf Course a call at 291-5899 for info on their WINTER Player’s Card
with guaranteed lowest rate. Visit the restaurant every Friday from 4-7 p.m. for a FISH FRI-day. Only
$12.95 per person and includes a drink and dessert specials! Call 291-5899 for info and reservations.
Special Events – Arin Vaughan, 291-5656
 Interested in planning an event on City property? Give Arin a call at 291-5656 for assistance.
Athletics – Cameron Stevens, 298-7687
 Learn something new! Indoor Pickleball is every Thursday, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. at the Chain O’Lakes
Complex. Try something new! A flyer with details is below.
Chain O’ Lakes Complex – Megan Leary, 291-5656
 Looking to learn something new? Give Parks & Recreation a call for more information on Tae Kwon Do,
Zumba, Belly Dancing, Ninja Karate, Goju and Yoga. Do you have a talent with an interest to teach
others? Give Megan a call at 291-5656 or email at [email protected] and learn how you can
become an instructor.
Natural Resources Division – Michael Carnevale, 291-5600
 The Arbor Day Tree giveaway continues! There are three varieties of trees available in 3-gallon pots.
Stop by the Parks and Grounds building at 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd. during office hours to receive your
FREE tree. See the flyer below for more information.
Rowdy Gaines Olympic Pool – 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd. – Jennifer Burke, 291-5656
 Rowdy Gaines Olympic Pool: Lap Swim long course, Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m. – noon, Lap Swim short
course, Mon. – Fri. noon - 2 p.m.; Recreation Swim, Mon. – Friday noon - 2 p.m. Cost: Residents - $2;
Non-Residents $3. Aquatic passes are available for purchase at different rates.
 Lifeguard Training class is February 16 - March 5. Classes are Mon, Wed, and Thurs. from 5 – 8 p.m.
Must be at least 15 years of age to participate. Please contact Jennifer Burke for more information.
 If you’re interested in the Junior Lifeguarding program please contact Jennifer Burke at 291-5656. Must
be 13 years of age to participate.
Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center – Terrell Griffin, 863-291-5675
 A FREE Education, Health and Wellness Community Fair is February 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Its
purpose is to increase health awareness through education and prevention. Free health screenings and
offerings will be provided. Interested in setting up a booth? Call Tory Dewdney at 863-291-5675.
 A free Spelling Bee is February 12 at 6 p.m. for kids in kindergarten through eighth grade. The
registration deadline is February 10. First and second place medals will be awarded to each grade
category. For additional information, please call (863) 291-5675.
 The Marching Wolverine Community Band program meets Sundays from 4-6 p.m. and Mondays from 57 p.m. at WHRCC/Tugerson Field. The program is open to all ages free. Earl Williams is the Director.
 Band Instructional classes, which are designed for beginner, intermediate and advanced skill levels,
meet Thursdays from 4-5:30 p.m. at WHRCC. Limited selections of instruments are available for use at no
charge and all ages are welcome.
 Pool, foosball, and air hockey tables are available throughout the day/evening depending on scheduled
activities. Please call for availability.
 School’s Out Camp is available during public school holidays and teacher work days from 7:30 a.m. -5:30
p.m., for kids ages 6-13. Register at any time. The cost is $5 per day for City-residents and $10 per day for
Non City-residents. Flyer below.
 Need a place to burn some calories and get fit at no cost? Exercise machines, a tread mill, weight
benches, squat racks and free-weights are available from 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Winter Haven Senior Center – 291-5870
 Ballroom Dance Social, every Tuesday, 7:30 – 9 p.m. Music by Joni and Buddy Canova, the Memory
Makers and Mike Laine, $3 for City residents and $4 for non-City residents. Through the end of May 2015.
 Country western line dance, Thursdays (through April), 7 - 9 p.m., $5/Resident and $6/Non-Resident.
 Independent Living Connection, a resource group for individuals with disabilities, meets the second
Tuesday of every month at 10:30 a.m. Learn more about skills training, peer support, information and
referral services, and advocacy.
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Learn the updated rules of the road and how to operate a vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly
challenging driving environment with the AARP Defensive Driving Course. Participants may be eligible to
receive an insurance discount upon course completion. Call 668-7241 for available dates and registration.
 Are you looking to better understand your Medicare benefits? The SHINE (Serving Health Insurance
Needs of Elders) program will answer questions and provide free, unbiased Medicare counseling. The
program can determine which Medicare Prescription Drug Plan best fits your needs, assist with Medicare
claims and appeals, provide benefit details and much more! Make an appointment to meet with a SHINE
counselor at the Senior Adult Center - 291-5870.
 Po-Ke-No is a great mix between cards and bingo! Join us at 10:45 a.m. on Fridays.
 The Winter Haven Shuffleboard Club meets on Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m.
 Meet new people by attending the daily lunch program through Polk Elderly Services. Hot meals are
served weekdays at 11:30 a.m. to those 60 years or older. You must pre-register between 9 – 11 a.m.
Monday – Friday, and commit to eating at least two meals per week. The charge for a meal is a
donation. Some transportation is provided within the area. Call 291-5870 for more information.
 Try the Mixed Media Painting Class on alternating Mondays and Thursdays at 9 a.m. Participants bring
their own materials. The cost is $10 for City residents and $11 for non-City residents.
 Wellness with Wilma 60 minute low-impact total workout with aerobics, strengthening, balance and
flexibility. Tuesdays and Thursdays; 10 a.m.; $1 for City residents and $2 for non-City residents.
 BINGO is every Wednesday at 10:45 a.m. Cards are .25 each, and participants play for grocery items.
 The Senior Chess Club meets every Wednesday and Friday at 1:30 p.m., and is open to players of all
levels and those interested in learning the game. There is no charge!
 Beginner’s Tai-Chi class Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m.; $4 for City residents and $5 for non-residents.
 Beginner’s Line Dance classes; Thursdays, 1:30 p.m., $4 for City residents & $5 for non-residents.
 The Quilting Social is every Wednesday and Friday at 1 p.m. Bring your own materials and work on your
own projects. An instructor provides assistance if necessary. Free.
Winter Haven Public Library – Cori Greear; 291-5880
 Interested in classroom style or self-led computer class? Checkout our class schedule here or call the
Library to schedule some time in our SEED Lab. February schedule is below.
 The Polk Museum of Art will conduct a family art workshop, at Winter Haven Public Library, March 21
from 10:30 am - Noon.
 Little Sprouts Story Time Tuesday and Thursday at 11 a.m. Children enjoy stories, songs, finger plays
and puppet shows that develops early literacy skills and promotes interaction with parents.
 Technology Help Desk, Fridays 1-4 p.m. Having trouble setting up your e-reader? A Facebook
account? Or your laptop? Stop by the Library between 1-4 p.m. on Fridays and receive technology
assistance from the City of Winter Haven IT Department. This is free and registration is not required.
 LEGO Club Tuesday from 4-5 p.m. We supply the Lego blocks, you provide the imagination! Creations
will be displayed during the following week. Open to ages 7-12.
Winter Haven Solid Waste Unit – Susan Stewart; 291-5756
 There will be no changes in garbage / recycling for President’s Day, February 16, 2015.
 One day a week garbage pickup started in the south sections on the City. Call 291-5756 with questions.
UTILITY DEPARTMENT
Amy Miles – 291-5853
 A water main replacement project along Buckeye Road, between 11th Street NE and Lime Drive, will
cause lane closures beginning Monday, February 9, and continue through March 9. Motorists are advised
to find an alternate route, if possible. For more information, contact 863-291-5853.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Cal Bowen – 291-5667
Click the link to view the FY 2014/15 City of Winter Haven Budget document.
http://www.egovlink.com/public_documents300/winterhaven/published_documents/Winter%20Haven/Finance/
FY15_FY16_Final%20Biennial%20Budget_revised%2020141030.pdf
HUMAN RESOURCES
Shannon Cooley - 291-5650
 Click the link for job opportunity information! http://www.mywinterhaven.com/city_employment.htm
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
From the Polk County Clerk of the Courts
The Clerk’s office is holding two special Saturday openings this spring for passport services. The Lakeland
and Northeast (Winter Haven) offices are open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday Feb. 28 and April 18. Passport
photos are also available for $10.70. Additional details are available at www.polkcountyclerk.net.
From the Polk Transportation Planning Organization
The Polk Transportation Planning Organization is asking citizens for their experiences and ideas for
improvement to roads, trails and transit in Polk County. An interactive public comment map is the foundation
of the Momentum 2040 campaign where residents can provide feedback on improvements as well as agree or
disagree with other suggestions. All comments will be reviewed by Polk TPO staff, local city planners and
officials with organizations such as the Central Florida Regional Planning Council. It’s a quick simple way to
make a difference on a phone, tablet or PC. The web address of the public involvement tool is:
www.polktpo.com/momentum2040
The City of Winter Haven invites you to attend an
Education, Health & Wellness
Community Fair
February 7, 2015
• 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center
801 Ave. T NE • Winter Haven, FL 33881
FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS AND OFFERINGS
Blood Pressure • Glucose • Insurance Services • Bladder Info
Heart Rate • Body Mass Index • Blood Drive • Bicycle Safety
Vision Screenings • Breast Cancer Awareness
For more information call 863-291-5675.
The City of Winter Haven does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, income or family status. Persons with special needs
should contact Parks and Recreation Division at 863-291-5675.
Below is a listing of events taking place at Winter
Haven Recreational and Cultural Center in
honor of Black History Month.
Community Health Fair
February 7 at 10 a.m.—2 p.m.
Spelling Bee
February 12 at 6 p.m.
Jr. Miss Heritage Pageant
February 27 at 6 p.m.
History Lesson on the
Florence Villa & Pughsville Communities
February 28 at 6 p.m.
Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center
801 Ave. T NE
For more information please call 863-291-5675
The City of Winter Haven does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, national origin,
sex, age, disability, religion, income or family status. Persons with special needs should contact Parks and Recreation
Division at 863-291-5675.
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For more information please call (863) 294-5318
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“Taking Back Our Youth” Gospel Explosion
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Where: First Missionary Baptist Church
200 Avenue R NW,
Winter Haven, FL 33881
When: February 13th, 2015
Time- 7:00pm
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The City of Winter Haven does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race,
color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, income or family status. Persons
with special needs should contact the Parks and Recreation Division at 863-291-5675.
For more information call
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Maximum Fun, Minimum Cost – How to Start and Operate a Successful Flying Club
When:
Tuesday, March 3, 2015, from 5:30PM to 7:00PM.
Where:
Winter Haven Municipal Airport – Jack Brown Conference Room in the Terminal Building.
Speaker:
Mr. Jamie Beckett, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
What:
A presentation and discussion about how Flying Clubs can make aviation more affordable,
more socially satisfying, and more beneficial to the community as a whole than most people
have imagined possible.
Cost:
Free
AOPA wants to open new doors to aviation by exploring the concept that aircraft ownership can be made
more accessible and affordable through the development of “Reimagined Aircraft.”
AOPA believes that older airplanes that have been updated from tip to tail may be one way to truly bring
down the cost of flying. When owned and operated in a community – like a flying club, partnership or
flight school—Reimagined Aircraft have the potential to allow many more people to fly and become
engaged in general aviation in ways that are not possible through singular aircraft ownership.
Associated Event:
You Can Fly Initiative – Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
When:
Tuesday, March 3, 2015, by appointment (contact 863.298.4551)
Where:
Winter Haven Municipal Airport
What:
Discovery Flights - Demonstration flights throughout the day. This makes it possible for
some folks to get a hands-on flight experience, even if they can’t make it out to the evening
presentation.
Pilot:
Mr. Jamie Beckett, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
Cost:
Free
February 2015
Classes
Registration is required for all classes unless otherwise noted.
To register: 1) Go to http://whpl.mywinterhaven.com. 2) Click “here” under the SEEDLab logo.
3) Locate the desired class. 4) Select "Sign Up Now."
Note: If a class is full, feel free to stop in anyway. If we have a no-show, you are welcome to that seat.
Online Digital Photo Editing
Design Series: Learn how to make your digital photos look good! In this class you will
learn how to use a free online photo editing program to make changes to your photos.
You will learn how to adjust color and contrast, crop, add borders, as well as other
artistic enhancements. Basic computer skills a must for this class.
Microsoft Word 2007 & 2010 – Part 1 of 2
Professional Series: Learn the basics of word processing, including creating,
formatting, and printing a simple document.
Prerequisite: Participants must be familiar with the keyboard and mouse to attend this
class.
Evernote
Social Media Series: Learn how Evernote can make it easy to remember things big
and small from your everyday life using your computer, phone, tablet and the web.
Participants must be familiar with computer basics, the keyboard and the Internet.
Computer Basics – Part 1 of 3
Beginners’ Series: Are you new to computers? Do you often say, “I don’t even know
how to turn a computer on!” Or, if you can turn it on, then what??? This class is for
you. This 3 part series will simplify and demystify basic computer parts, operating
systems, computer programs, accessing the Internet and more. Windows 7 will be
used in class.
Microsoft Word 2007 & 2010 – Part 2 of 2
Professional Series: Learn more basic word processing skills including bulleted and
numbered lists, and cut/copy/paste functions.
Prerequisite: Must have taken Microsoft Word Part 1 or already have experience
using Microsoft Word 2007 or 2010. If still using Microsoft Word 2003, you really
should attend Part 1.
Create a Website with WordPress
Professional Series: Learn to create a free website using WordPress in this hands-on
training class. You'll learn how to create and account, choose a web layout, create
pages, add and mange content in an organized way, and more. This course requires a
good working knowledge of the computer and Internet. Prerequisite: Participants
must be familiar with the computer and the Internet. “Must know and bring your email
address and password.”
Microsoft Excel 2007 & 2010 – Part 1 of 2
Professional Series: Learn how Excel to create a spreadsheet and create basic
formulas. Prerequisite: Microsoft Excel is not for the absolute beginner. Participants
must be familiar with the keyboard and mouse to attend this class.
Winter Haven Public Library
325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven, 33881
Monday, February 2
1:00 – 2:30PM
Wednesday, February 4
9:30 – 11:30AM
Wednesday, February 4
3:30 – 4:30 PM
Thursday, February 5
2:00 – 4:00PM
Friday, February 6
9:30 – 11:30AM
Tuesday, February 17
4:00 – 6:30PM
Wednesday, February 18
9:30 – 11:30AM
http://whpl.mywinterhaven.com
863-291-5880, Option 2
Cyber Security
Beginners’ Series: Learn how to protect yourself and your computer from online
intrusions.
Computer Basics – Part 2 of 3
Beginners’ Series: Are you new to computers? Do you often say, “I don’t even know
how to turn a computer on!” Or, if you can turn it on, then what??? This class is for
you. This 3 part series will simplify and demystify basic computer parts, operating
systems, computer programs, accessing the Internet and more. Windows 7 will be
used in class.
Microsoft Excel 2007 & 2010 – Part 2 of 2
Professional Series: Learn more ways to work effectively in Microsoft Excel 2007.
Prerequisite: Must have taken Microsoft Excel Part 1 or already have experience
using Microsoft Excel 2007 or 2010. If still using Microsoft Excel 2003, you really
should attend Part 1.
Cloud Computing Basics
Beginners’ Series: Have you heard of the Cloud, but you're not quite sure what that
means or where to go to access it? Join us in taking a look at some common cloud
applications and learning how easy and convenient cloud computing can
be.
Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using the computer and navigating the
internet.
iPad Basics
Beginners’ Series: Need some help getting started with your iPad? This class will take
you on a tour of the basic features and functions. Versions iOS7 and iOS8 will be
covered. Must bring your iPad.
Windows 8.1 Basics – Part 1 of 2
Beginners’ Series: The Start Screen - Windows 8.1 is Microsoft’s newest operating
system that has baffled many users. This is the first in a two part series to help
demystify it. Must bring your Windows 8.1 laptop or tablet.
Email Basics
Beginners’ Series: Learn the basics of using e-mail. You’ll learn how to check your
email, send, reply and forward emails, how to attach documents and pictures to an
email that you’re sending, how to download items that are attached to emails you
receive, and more. Must know how to use a mouse.
Computer Basics – Part 3 of 3
Beginners’ Series: This 3 part series will simplify and demystify basic computer parts,
operating systems, computer programs, accessing the Internet and more. Windows 7
will be used in class.
Windows 8.1 Basics – Part 2 of 2
Beginners’ Series: The Desktop - Windows 8.1 is Microsoft’s newest operating system
that has baffled many users. This is the second in a two part series to help demystify it.
Must bring your Windows 8.1 laptop or tablet.
Wednesday, February 18
2:30 – 4:30PM
Thursday, February 19
2:00 – 4:00PM
Friday, February 20
9:30 – 11:30AM
Monday, February 23
1:30 – 2:30PM
Tuesday, February 24
3:30 – 5:00PM
Wednesday, February 25
9:30 – 11:30AM
Wednesday, February 25
2:30 – 4:00PM
Thursday, February 26
2:00 – 4:00PM
Friday, February 27
9:30 – 11:30AM
FEE ONLINE LEARNING RESOURCES
LearnFree.org – Contains video tutorials on hundreds of topics. You can also register for Microsoft
Office classes.
lynda.com – Contains thousands courses, all containing video tutorials. A library card from the Winter
Haven Public Library is required. Must use this link: http://whpl.mywinterhaven.com/lynda.htm.
INDOOR PICKLEBALL
THURSDAYS 8:30—10:30 a.m.
CHAIN O’ LAKES COMPLEX GYM, 210 CYPRESS GARDENS BLVD.
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$1.25 per hour/Resident - $2.50 per hour/nonresident
FREE I
RY
JANUA
ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME  ALL EQUIPMENT PROVIDED
Come on your own, or bring a team or a group!
Call 863-298-7687 or email [email protected] for more info!
Pickleball is a paddle sport for all age, skill and activity levels. The rules are simple and the game is easy to learn. It combines
many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong using a paddle and a plastic ball. Think you might me interested? Try it out in
January for FREE! Now is the time to add a little activity to your life!
The City of Winter Haven does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, na onal origin, sex, age, disability, religion, income or family
status. Persons with special needs should contact Parks and Recrea on at 863‐291‐5656. NEED A PASSPORT?
PASSPORT DAY
Presented by Stacy M. Butterfield, Polk County Clerk of Courts
SATURDAY, Feb. 28 and April 18
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Lakeland Government Center
930 E. Parker St., Lakeland
863-603-6412
Northeast Government Center
3425 Lake Alfred Road,
Winter Haven, 863-401-2400
Walk-in customers only at both locations. We are unable to serve customers by
telephone during the event. All applicants, including minors, must appear in person.
If applying for a minor, call ahead for detailed information.
Personalized Help
with Passport
Applications
What to Bring:
Proof of U.S. Citizenship
(Certified Birth Certificate,
Certificate of Naturalization, or
Expired U.S. Passport)
Instant
Photos
On-site
Costs:
Clerk’s Fee
Photo Fee (optional)
(cash or credit card for both fees)
$25
$10.70
U.S. Department of State Fee
(check or money order only)
Identification
(Valid Driver’s License, U.S.
Passport, Military I.D., or State I.D.)
Routine
Rushed
$110
$184.85
(4-6 weeks)
Age 16 & older
Age 15 & younger $80
(2-3 weeks)
$154.85
Customers requesting overnight shipping must bring
an overnight stamp when they apply.
PolkCountyClerk | 863-534-4000 | www.polkcountyclerk.net
Learn – Play - Compete
Boys Lacrosse
U13 Open to players born between 9/1/2001 - 8/31/2003
U15 Open to players born between 9/1/1999 - 8/31/2001
The Fastest Growing Team Sport in America!
Announcing the opening of registration for Winter Haven Youth Lacrosse League
On-line Registration is open: www.lakelandlax.net
(see Winter Haven Tab)
Practice Time/Dates: 5:30pm to 7:00pm Tuesdays and Thursdays:
Starting January 20, 2015 at Sertoma Park (1650 Lake Shipp Dr, Winter Haven, FL)
Games:
Played on Saturdays starting February 2015.
ALL PLAYERS MUST HAVE CURRENT US LACROSSE MEMBERSHIP
-Go to www.uslacrosse.org to become a member ($25.00)
For more information email us at [email protected]
O
See you all on the field.
Contact Information for Winter Haven Lacrosse
Matt Harris at (910) 546-4209
Will Brown at (863) 241-8417
“Play Hard, Play Smart, Play Together”
Winter Haven Community Redevelopment Agency
Downtown Advisory Committee Meeting
February 9, 2015
5:30 p.m.
Winter Haven City Hall
Conference Room
451 Third Street, N.W., Winter Haven, Florida
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Frederick J. Murphy, Jr., City Attorney
a. Discussion on Sunshine Law and public records
4.
Approval of Minutes
November 10, 2014
5.
Downtown Advisory Committee Membership
6.
RFP-14-60 – Sale of 245-255 West Central Avenue
7.
Proposed Projects
8.
Other Business
a.
b.
c.
9.
Comments from the Committee
Comments from Staff
Comments from the Public
Adjournment
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the CRA with respect to any matter considered at such meetings or hearing,
they will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purposes, they need to ensure that a verbatim record of the
proceedings is made which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based (FS 286.0105). The
CRA Office may be reached at 863-291-5850, at 490 third Street, NW, Winter Haven, Florida 33881. In accordance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act and Florida Statutes, Section 286.26, persons with disabilities needing special accommodations to
participate in this proceeding, should contact the City Clerk’s Office, 451 Third Street, NW, Winter Haven Florida 33881, in writing,
no later than 48 hours prior to the proceeding; if not in writing, then not later than four (4) days prior to the proceeding at (863) 2915600. Vision or hearing impaired please call (800) 955-8771 for assistance.
Agenda
Winter Haven Enterprise Zone
Development Agency Meeting
February 17, 2015, 5:00 p.m.
John Fuller Auditorium - City Hall
451 Third Street, N.W., Winter Haven, Florida 33881
1.
Call to Order and Roll Call
2.
Approval of November 17, 2014 Minutes (Action Item)
3.
New Business
A. Review and approval of Enterprise Zone October 1, 2014, through December 31,
2014, Quarterly Report due to Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (Action
Item)
B. Presentation on 2014 development and demographic statistics
4.
Election of Chair and Vice-chair for 2015 (Action Item)
5.
Comments from Staff
A. Report on Enterprise Zone activity since last meeting
5.
Comments from Board members
6.
Comments from the public
7.
Adjournment
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the EZ Development Agency with respect to any matter considered at such
meetings or hearing, they will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purposes, they need to ensure that a verbatim
record of the proceedings is made which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based (FS
286.0105). For those needing assistance with language, please contact the Planning Division no less than four (4) days prior to the
proceeding. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Florida Statutes, Section 286.26, persons with disabilities
needing special accommodations to participate in this proceeding, should contact the Planning Division, 451 Third Street, NW,
Winter Haven, FL 33883, in writing no later than 48 hours prior to the proceeding. If not in writing, not later than four (4) days prior
to the proceeding at (863) 291-5600. If hearing impaired call (863) 291-5624, or voice (800) 955-8770, for assistance.
Agenda
Winter Haven Development Special Magistrate Meeting
February 20, 2015 at 11:00 a.m.
John Fuller Auditorium - City Hall
451 Third Street, NW, Winter Haven, Florida 33881
1.
Call to Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Approval of December 19, 2014 minutes
4.
Hearings
a. New Business
i.
5.
Case Number DSM-15-01-V: Request by The Savaris Group, LLC, agent
for the Stonebridge Villas Homeowners’ Association, Inc., to increase the
maximum height of a fence located in the Multi-family Residential (R-3)
Zoning District from 6 feet to 7 feet. General Location: The Stonebridge
Villas located north of Stonebridge Drive and east of Recker Highway.
Applicable Code Section: Section 21-68(c), Fences, walls, berms, and
hedges.
Other Business
a. Comments from the Public
6.
Adjournment
All interested parties who decide to appeal any decision made by this Commission with respect to the matter considered at such
meeting or hearing will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim record of
the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based (F.S. 286.0105).
Please be advised that you must make your own arrangements to produce this record. If you need assistance with language,
contact the Planning Division at least four (4) days prior to the meeting. The Planning Division may be reached at (863) 291-5600, at
City Hall, 451 Third Street, NW, Winter Haven, Florida, 33881, or online at www.mywinterhaven.com/planning.htm. In
accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Florida Statutes, Section 286.26, persons with disabilities needing special
accommodations to participate in this proceeding, should contact the City Clerk’s Office, 451 Third Street, NW, Winter Haven Florida
33881, in writing, no later than 48 hours prior to the proceeding; if not in writing, then not later than four (4) days prior to the
proceeding at (863) 291-5600. Vision or hearing impaired please call (800) 955-8771 for assistance.