Tree Giveaway This Saturday, October 17th

The City of Margate is hosting a free Tree Giveaway for Margate residents only on Saturday, October 17th from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 5701 Margate Boulevard, which is located at the corner of Margate Boulevard and State Road 7.

Over 500 flowering trees will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each household will receive ONE TREE per residential address. Please bring a photo ID and proof of Margate residency.

Margate residents will choose from the following trees, while supplies last:

October 17th Tree Giveaway:

• Live Oak

• Magnolia

• Crepe Myrtle – various colors

• Tabebuia – various colors

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the following safety rules have been implemented to ensure a no-contact event: (1) All vehicle occupants must wear a mask and remain in their vehicle, and (2) Staff will load selected trees in vehicles.

For more information, please call (954) 972-6458 or email btrapani@margatefl.com.

Early Voting Takes Place Oct. 19th - Nov. 1st

Early Voting Begins Monday, October 19th

Election Day is November 3rd, but in Broward County, registered voters can vote early. To ensure registered voters experience a smooth process, the Broward County Supervisor of Elections Office is reminding voters to present a picture ID with a signature and study a sample of the ballot before arriving to vote. A sample ballot may be brought in the help cast your vote quickly.

Early voting will take place October 19th through November 1st from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at numerous locations around Broward County. The last day to request a Vote-by-Mail ballot is October 24th. For a list of early voting locations, a list of polling precincts, your sample ballot and so much more, please visit browardsoe.org.

On the Ballot: Uncover Broward County Amendment #2

The Broward League of Cities (BLOC) and the Broward County City Managers’ Association (BCCMA) are launching an educational initiative to inform Broward County residents about County Charter Amendment #2 that will appear on the November 2020 ballot.

The proposed amendment, if approved, would give Broward County the power to supersede municipal zoning and regulatory authority for projects on county properties that are funded in whole or in part by funds from the transportation surtax, even if the projects fall within municipal borders.

If approved, Broward County Amendment Two, the County’s regulations will govern and supersede Margate's zoning, land use, permitting, architectural design, and landscaping authority for transportation facilities sited on county owned or leased properties when the proposed facility fall within our city borders. If Amendment Two fails, Margate’s laws and design standards will govern. Our Community. Our Choice.

Mandatory Water Restrictions in Broward County, Including Margate

Year-Round Irrigations Restrictions are Mandatory in Broward County

Broward County's year-round irrigation restrictions state, in general, NO watering of lawns and landscapes is allowed on Monday, Tuesday, and Fridays. Residences and businesses with an odd-numbered street address may water lawns and landscapes on Wednesdays and/or Saturdays, only before 10:00 a.m. or after 4:00 p.m. This includes the City of Margate.

Residences and businesses with an even-numbered street address, no street address, or those who irrigate both even and odd addresses within the same zones, which may include multi-family units and homeowners’ associations, may water lawns and landscapes on Thursdays and/or Sundays, only before 10:00 a.m. or after 4:00 p.m.

Residences and businesses that use reclaimed water for irrigation are allowed to water any day only before 10 a.m. or after 4:00 p.m. Special exceptions may also apply if using a smart irrigation controller with soil moisture sensor for more than 50% of a zone. For more information, go to margatefl.com.

Free Recycled Paint Giveaway on Oct. 22nd

The City of Margate will be hosting a free recycled paint giveaway on Thursday, October 22nd,BY RESERVATION ONLY. Available colors include beige, off-white and grey.

COVID -19 Recycled Paint Distribution Procedures & Policies
1. Each household is allowed a maximum of four (4) containers per calendar year.

2. Paint is for exterior use only. Paint is intended for personal residential exterior use only, and is not to be sold or used for multifamily and commercial properties.

3. When available, paint is distributed on Thursdays by RESERVATION ONLY between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at the Oriole Field parking lot located at 7055 NW 1st Street. Reservations will need to be made in advance, no later than the day prior to distribution. Contact D.E.E.S. at (954)972-0828 for reservation and availability.

4. Proof of Margate residency for the individual present is required. Staff will verify identification and reservation.

5. Pedestrian and cycling traffic will not be permitted.

6. Residents are not to exit vehicles and need to wear a face covering during distribution.

7. Staff will place the reserved paint buckets into the resident’s trunk or truck bed and softly close trunk/bed.

Please visit margatefl.com call DEES at 954-972-0828 to reserve paint.

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For questions or comments about the information shared above, please email pio@margatefl.com.