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The Fort Lauderdale Police Department would like to congratulate the 30 graduates of the 19th Community Police Academy. Members of our community participated in a 14-week course that introduced them to the operations of the Fort Lauderdale Police Department. Upon completion of this course, the graduates will have an opportunity to join the Citizens on Patrol Program. To date, 19 graduates have already expressed an interest in attending the program. If you would like to register for the next academy, please contact the Community Support Division at (954) 828-6428.

Chief Roberts at Haitian Town Hall Meeting

Mayor Naugle at Haitian Town Hall Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale Police Department hosted its annual Haitian Community Town Hall meeting on May 15th at Bethel Baptist Church, 1121 NW 8 Avenue. The event was attended by over 200 residents as they listened to various City officials discuss pertinent information in their respective areas of expertise. Residents were also given the opportunity to ask questions and express concerns regarding issues that affect their families and neighborhoods. The panel for this forum included: Mayor Jim Naugle, Bruce Roberts, Chief of Police, newly-elected Commissioner Dean Trantalis and Ernest Burkeen, Director of Parks and Recreation. The meeting was conducted in both English and Creole.

An informational booth was available and staffed with representatives from various social service agencies. Some of the agencies included: Legal Aid of Broward County, North Broward Hospital District, Women in Distress and Catholic Charities. The Haitian Outreach Program distributed police mugs to everyone in attendance. The mugs were imprinted with the Haitian Hotline telephone number.

The Fort Lauderdale Police Department would like to recognize the Youth Motivation Program for being nominated by the Broward County School Board for “Best Program Implementation Award” and “Best Alternative to School Suspension Program Award.” The Youth Motivation Program is an alternative to suspension for students attending school in Fort Lauderdale’s Innovative Zone. The program was implemented nine years ago and its primary focus is to identify and resolve problems that interfere with the education of at-risk students. The success of this program is attributed to our Department’s successful partnerships with Mount Olive Baptist Church, the Broward County School Board and The Starting Place.

After reviewing this newsletter, if there is anything you would like to add, please e-mail your comments to Captain Frank Adderley.

PERSONNEL

Officer Martinez continues to monitor the problem of juveniles loitering at Walgreens, 1030 NE 15 Avenue. He noted a reduction in loitering incidents as a result of an increased police presence in the area.

Two street level drug dealers were arrested for trespassing at Wendy’s, 1631 East Sunrise Boulevard. The dealers, who were previously warned to leave the property, were observed using the pay phone to transact their illegal activity.

Other activity initiated by Officer Martinez: 6 vehicles red-tagged in this area; 1 vehicle towed for non-compliance; 3 bicycles seized for non-registration and 5 bicycle citations issued. If you note any problems in your area that you would like to bring to Officer Martinez’s attention, please call him at (954) 828-6416.

Component One Officers continue to work the 13th Street Action Plan. The following statistics indicate Component One activity: 8 investigative stops, 6 traffic citations, 4 arrests, 2 bicycles seized, 4 bicycle citations, and 2 new trespass affidavits.

Component One continues to enforce bicycle and pedestrian laws in an effort to reduce the number of street level drug deals in the area. This enforcement led to the arrest of a known prostitute for possession of cocaine.

Officer Studders contacted the landlord of the area’s problem juvenile known as “Puffy” who resides at 503 NE 15 Street. The landlord who was informed of Puffy’s ongoing illegal activities advised Puffy and his parents, in a final warning letter, that they would be evicted if Puffy did not cease his illegal activities. Puffy did not comply and as a result their lease was terminated June 1, 2003.

Officer Studders informed the business owner at 510 NE 13 Street that street level drug dealers were using his property as a resting place during their travels. The business owner said he would no longer allow the identified drug dealers to loiter on his property and would seek assistance from the police, if necessary.

The building at 1221 NE 6 Avenue was cited for code violations at the request of Component One. Violations include: non-existent landscaping; missing and damaged screens; inadequate parking lot striping; bulk trash observed on the property.

Component One continues to participate in crime walks and bicycle rides at Middle River Terrace. As a reminder, the bicycle rides are scheduled every Tuesday at 8:00 pm and the crime walks are scheduled on Fridays at 7:30 pm. Participants for both events meet at Middle River Terrace Park, 1401 Dixie Highway.

We continue to experience problems with derelict vehicles despite the numerous red tags and tows. If you observe a vehicle that appears to be derelict, or if you have any other concerns, please call Officer Studders at (954) 828-6416 or email him at charless@fortlauderdale.gov.

Homeowners’ Association Meeting

On May 15, 2003, Officer Galt attended the monthly meeting. Narcotics Detective David Cortes, District II Patrol Officers Jeffrey Newman, Jeff Davis and approximately 30 residents were also in attendance. The only new concern voiced by the residents was the suspicious activity occurring in the rear alley behind 720 North Flagler Drive. Component One investigated this complaint and, to date, we have not noticed any suspicious activity.

Although street prostitution continues to be a concern for the Flagler Heights residents, there has been a reduction in prostitution activity. Component One, the Special Investigations Division, and District II Patrol have implemented a revised action plan to address this problem. During the month of May, Component One issued 14 traffic citations, 3 bicycle citations and arrested 6 individuals in a combined effort to reinforce the current action plan. In addition, 61 investigative stops were made and 19 code violations were identified.

If you observe suspicious activity, please report it to Officer Galt at (954) 828-6414 as your information can identify and resolve a problem.

During the month of May, Officer Galt concluded the action plan that targeted abandoned/derelict vehicles in the neighborhood. As a result, 42 vehicles were red-tagged; 37 vehicle owners complied and 5 vehicles were towed for non-compliance.

Officer Galt has been working with Community Inspections to address the unsecured and vacant house at 501 NE 3 Avenue. The owner of the property is expected to demolish the residence and build a new development. Component One has increased its patrol in the area and will take necessary steps if the problem is not resolved.

Officer Galt received a complaint of suspicious activity and possible narcotics activity at 437 NE 5 Avenue. One particular tenant was the source of the problem. Officer Galt has been working with the landlord and other tenants to resolve the problem. As a result, the landlord assured us that the problem tenant will be evicted.

Officer Galt referred three properties to Community Inspections for violations. Two of the properties were on NE 5 Terrace (a source of previous problems). If you have any questions regarding code issues, please call Community Inspections at (954) 828-5207 or Officer Glenn Galt at (954) 828-6414.

During the month of May, the following problems were identified in Victoria Park: a parking situation created by an increase of development in the area and an increase of vehicle and residential burglaries.

Component One implemented an action plan to alleviate the parking problems along NE 7 Avenue from Broward Boulevard to NE 4 Street. There was a problem with parking near two construction sites in the area of NE 11 Avenue and NE 6 Street. Officer Galt contacted the contractors and obtained their cooperation in dealing with the problems. Additionally, Officer Galt worked closely with Parking Enforcement, District I Patrol, and City Engineering to resolve the problem. This specific problem has subsided and Officer Galt will continue to monitor the area. Remember, if you are a contractor or a property owner with building in progress, please make accommodations for your employees’ vehicles. Vehicles blocking the roadway and sight lines at intersections will not be tolerated. If you have any questions or concerns about parking problems please call Officer Galt at (954) 828-6414.

During the month of April, there was a substantial increase in the number of residential and vehicle burglaries in Victoria Park. In response to this problem, Component One scheduled a Shop with a Cop Event in the community to disseminate burglary prevention literature. Component One will also conduct a burglary prevention presentation at the next Victoria Park Homeowners Association meeting. Component One is aware that there is a problem with vehicle burglaries around Virginia Schuman Young School and St. Anthony Catholic Church. If you frequent either one of these locations, please make sure your vehicle is secure and that you do not leave valuable belongings in plain view. Component One will continue to monitor both areas. If you have any questions, please call Officer Galt at (954) 828-6414.

On May 24, 2003, Component One and Public Safety Aides Laura Gerity and Pati Dube hosted a Shop with a Cop Event at Eckerds Drug Store at the corner of Broward Boulevard and Federal Highway. Residents attending the event were provided with information on home and vehicle security. The attendees were also informed of the various community programs hosted by the Community Support Division such as the Community Police Academy and Landlord/Tenant Training classes. Bicycles were registered and attendees obtained information about Project Ecstasy, a program which outlines the ramifications of drug use such as ecstasy, marijuana and cocaine. The event was successful and we would like to recognize the cooperation of Eckerds Drug Store for allowing us to host the event at their location.

Component One Officers participated in two P.E.T. Operations during the month of May. The first one which was scheduled May 16th was a Citywide operation and yielded 6 arrests, including 2 from Flagler Heights. The second operation on May 29th was a reverse sting that focused on “Johns” both on the North and South side of the City. Component One Officers participated in the operation that occurred in the 1400 Block of South Federal Highway. 15 arrests were made at that location culminating in a total of 22 arrests overall.

PERSONNEL

Sergeant Harvey Jacques 828-6412 South Middle River Officer Brian Kaplan 828-6405 Sailboat Bend Officer Jamie Costas 828-6405 Dorsey Riverbend Officer Jamie Costas 828-6405 Durrs Officer Rosalind Wilson 828-6406 PSA Pati Dube 828-6402 Crime Prevention Detective Nate Jackson 828-6422

On May 30,2003 Officer Brian Kaplan attended South Middle River’s monthly crime walk. The walk began with 20 residents and increased to 35. Approximately 15 juveniles joined the march and chanted the slogan “Down with Drugs.” The group focused primarily on the NE section of South Middle River.

Officer Kaplan initiated a new action plan targeting the vacant house at 1214 NW 4 Avenue as a result of complaints received from residents. The action plan addresses quality of life issues and code violations. Officer Kaplan will also be working closely with Code Enforcement to rectify these problems.

Officer Kaplan established 10 new trespass affidavits in the South Middle River Area during the month of May. If you are interested in information regarding a Trespass Affidavit for your residence or business, please contact Officer Kaplan at (954-828-6405).

The Haitian Town Hall Meeting sponsored in part by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department was a huge success and we owe a debt of gratitude to Junia Jeantilus-Robinson, Community Relations Specialist, and her assistant Maria Elbreisus, for great planning and coordination. There were over 200 people present at the Bethel Baptist Church, with honored guests like Chief Bruce Roberts, Major Bob Montagano, Mayor Jim Naugle, Commissioner Dean Trantalis, Captain Frank Adderley, Sergeant Tom Harrington and Officer Brian Kaplan.

Speakers included Gerly Germain of Minority Development & Empowerment who did the Creole translation along with Junia Jeantilus-Robinson, Ernest Burkeen, Director of Parks & Recreation and Doug Blevins, President of South Middle River Civic Association. SMRCA President, Doug Blevins spoke well concerning code issues in the neighborhood and how residents must work together to raise the quality of life in South Middle River. He urged resident participation and involvement as the key to improve our neighborhood. Light bulbs were distributed to the participants as a symbol and also to remind residents to turn their porch lights on as a deterrent to fight crime. The meeting was a huge success and requests were made by all, for more of these meetings to be held in the future. We thank everyone who participated. THANK YOU!

Officer Costas attended Dorsey Riverbend’s monthly meeting. Officer Costas issued 32 traffic citations and handled numerous calls for service in addition to working the action plans in the area.

Officer Costas attended Sailboat Bend’s monthly meeting as he continues to focus on quality of life issues in the area as a result of previous complaints received from residents. Officer Costas has issued 10 citations and arrested a sexual predator in the area. Many favorable responses have been received from the residents as a result of his efforts.

PERSONNEL

Sergeant Mike DiMaggio 828-6430 Patrol Officers Melrose Manors Officer Mike Pasker 828-6409 Sunset Civic Officer Wayne Swenson 828-6409 Riverside Park< Officer Steve Scelfo 828-6409 Riverland Officer Wayne Swenson 828-6409   PSA Laura Todaro 828-6402   Narcotics K-9 Officer Jon Appel Narcotics K-9 "Iris" 828-6415 Officer Paul Ostrikis Narcotics K-9 "Kelly" 828-6415     Alarm Specialist Evelyn Moran 828-5476

Officer Scelfo continues to monitor traffic concerns in Riverside Park and has issued over 20 traffic citations to motorists running the stop sign at SW 2 Street and SW 18 Avenue.

Component Three continued to monitor the after school dismissals at Stranahan High School with the assistance of the Mounted Unit. Due to increased patrol activity by Officer Scelfo in the southern portion of Riverside Park near Davie Boulevard, several subjects were arrested on outstanding felony warrants.

Officer Swenson red-tagged over 100 derelict vehicles in the area and towed 3 vehicles for non-compliance; 4 homeowners in the area received code warnings, and because they complied further action was unnecessary.

Officer Pasker contacted 16 homeowners and warned them of code violations. As a result, 2 complaints were initiated for non-compliance.

Public Safety Aides Terry Bryant and Pati Dube attended Girl Scouts Safety Day, which was conducted at Snyder Park on May 31st. PSA Bryant offered instructions to the scouts about how to identify strangers and how to react if they were approached or followed. Coloring books and pamphlets on this topic were distributed to the children so parents could work with their children and re-emphasize what they learned. Parents were also provided an opportunity to have their children fingerprinted and photographed for record purposes.

PERSONNEL

Sergeant Anthony Williams 828-6420 Sunrise Middle Officer Robert Bolden 828-6408 Officer Art Jones 828-6408 Dillard High Officer Jeff Alexander 797-4800 Fort Lauderdale High Officer Charles Livingston 765-6921 Stranahan High Officer Dennis Nelson 765-6893 JAM Project Officer Pete Balcunas 847-3434 D.A.R.E. Officer Mary Gillis 828-6408 D.A.R.E. Officer Clay Barrett 828-6408 D.A.R.E. Officer Duval Madrigal 828-6408 D.A.R.E. Officer Rick Temple 828-6408 D.A.R.E. Officer Ivory Nelson 828-6408 Truancy Unit Officer Bill Jacobsen 828-6400 New River Middle Officer Mike Tucker 828-6408

The Fort Lauderdale Police Department will be hosting its annual FREE Summer youth program. This program was initiated several years ago to offer the youths and their parents an alternative to summer boredom. This program encourages youths to compete in friendly competition and interact with one another.

This year the program has a new name. In previous years, it was known as C.O.P.J.A.M. (Community Oriented Policing Juvenile Alternative Motivation), now it will be entitled G.R.E.A.T. (Gang Resistance Education and Training). In order to participate in the program, students must be between 8 and 17 years of age. The program offers youths the opportunity to participate in games as well as educational activities. Additionally, high school students interested in enhancing their driving skills will be able to participate in a driving course. All students, with the permission of their parents, will also be afforded an opportunity to travel on field trips.

The host schools this year are Sunrise Middle, New River Middle, and Stranahan High. If you would like your child to participate in this year’s program, we encourage you to register him/her as early as possible as there are only 400 vacancies available and they will be filled on a first-come basis. The program begins June 30, 2003, ends August 6, 2003 and the hours will be 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. Registration information can be obtained from any of the host schools or by contacting your child’s School Resource Officer. If you need additional information please call (954) 828-6400.

District I
Major Mary Schertler (954) 828-5479
Captain Kevin Sheehan (954) 828-5484 Shift 1	Captain David Geyer (954) 828-5483 Shift 2	Captain Ralph Nelson (954) 828-6650 Shift 3

In the past several months, the Fort Lauderdale Police Department has noticed an alarming increase in the theft of purses and wallets. These thefts have occurred in different ways, some of which are listed below:

• A few have been taken in an actual armed robbery where an armed individual approaches the victim and his/her property is taken by threat of violence. These are rare, but in our violent society have become more numerous.
• The classical "purse snatch" where a culprit, either on foot or in a vehicle, grabs a purse from a person and flees. If any force is used against the victim this is classified as "strong-arm robbery" or "sudden snatching." Many of these occur in parking lots of malls or grocery stores.
• Some are occurring as larcenies from purses in open businesses. Generally, in these circumstances, a culprit enters an open business and goes to individual offices looking for purses. If that individual is caught in a place where he/she should not be, they usually claim that they are looking for work or a particular individual (usually fictitious). Usually the culprit will exit with a purse or just the wallet from the purse and the theft won't be discovered until later. Many times cash and credit cards are removed, leaving the wallet or purse behind. This gives the culprit time before the theft is discovered.
• The most frequently occurring theft however is a vehicle burglary. We have found that many of these thefts are occurring around schools and day care centers where mom brings the youngsters and leaves her purse in the car "just for a minute" while she escorts the youngsters into the school. While she is inside, culprits enter the vehicle (sometimes forcibly by breaking a window) and take the purse.

In all cases, the identification and credit cards are removed from the purse and are used almost immediately, causing financial loss and incredible "headaches" for the victim.

While there is no foolproof guarantee to avoiding becoming a victim of a crime, utilizing some of the following procedures may minimize your loss and inconvenience.

• If faced by a culprit with a weapon, give him whatever property he demands. Do not fight. Property loss is easier to deal with than personal injury or death.
• If at all possible, do not carry a purse! Place needed items such as car keys, cash and identification in a pocket, and leave your purse at home or locked in the trunk of your car. If you do carry a purse, carry it securely, close to your body. Do not leave it unattended in a cart, stroller or other device. If a culprit in a car grabs your purse, give it up! There is no sense in risking an injury.
• While at work, keep your purse stored out of sight in a locked drawer or cabinet. The first place a thief looks is in unlocked drawers.
• When dropping off or picking up the youngsters at school (or even going into the store for "just a minute"), either lock your purse in the trunk (using a key instead of an automatic trunk release) or take it with you. Remember to secure your purse before you arrive at the school. Thieves watch to see if you “pop” the trunk with a trunk release. Many cars have trunk lock releases that will work even when the car is turned off. The thief will wait until you have gone inside and then will smash the window, pop the trunk and take the purse in a matter of seconds.

Remember that most crimes are crimes of opportunity. If you minimize the opportunity, you minimize the chance that you will be a victim.

If you do become a victim, remember to call the police immediately to report your loss.
Fort Lauderdale Police non-emergency number: 954-828-5700
Fort Lauderdale Police emergency number: 911

District II
Major Bob Montagano (954) 828-5481
Captain Lee Spector (954) 828-5484 Shift 1	Captain David Ecklund (954) 828-6649 Shift 2	Captain Steve Kinsey (954) 828-5703 Shift 3

During the month of May, 2003, District 2/Shift 3 engaged in highly successful and creative action plans. Sergeant Tom Harrington, who supervised Operation “Minor Inconvenience”, targeted illegal underage alcohol sales and drug paraphernalia sales in our community. This operation totaled over 20 arrests for the sale of alcohol to minors and a felony charge of delivery of drug paraphernalia by utilizing undercover officers and other Police personnel. In two of the cases, the State of Florida Division of Alcohol, Beverage and Tobacco is investigating the stores and their liquor licenses have been, or will be, suspended.

Sergeant Frank Sebregandio initiated the “Hook the Crook” Action Plan that targeted quality of life issues on NW 6th Street (Sistrunk Boulevard). This action plan focused upon officers issuing traffic and bicycle citations, enforcing open container and trespassing laws, and addressing any other issues that prohibit the residents in that area from maintaining a high quality of life. Since the inception of this action plan, over 40 arrests and 100 traffic citations have been issued.

Congratulations! One of the most highly recognized and experienced Officers in District 2/Shift 3, Officer Sal Vasi, was recently selected to fill the vacancy in the Forensics Unit. While assigned to Operations, Officer Vasi was not only consistently near the top of every statistical category, but also assisted the younger, less-experienced officers in the District. Officer Vasi was the author of the North Sector “Go-Ped” Action Plan, which targeted the increasing number of illegally, owned or operated Go-Peds in this sector and has received a departmental commendation for apprehending an armed robbery suspect.

Next month the District 2 TAC Squad, led by Sergeant John Bollinger and the Downtown Sector that is supervised by Sergeant Dave Lewis, will provide you with an update on their activities.

District II Officers continue to respond to calls for service and incidents such as Burglary of Residences, Burglary of Vehicles and Narcotics Complaints, as well as other Part I Crimes, in the Lauderdale Manors area. Officers from Patrol, CSD, CID, SID and Code enforcement have successfully combined efforts to reduce crime rates.

This year, a welcome addition to the initiatives provided to the area has been, for Shift II, Officer Marion Sims.

Prior to shift change, enforcement efforts reflected both increased and reduced trends in Lauderdale Manors. This past year however, Officer Sims purchased and moved into a home in the “Manors.” Shortly thereafter, Officer Sims met with his supervisors and requested that he be assigned as the primary Zone Officer for Shift II. Officer Sims soon discovered, since he now resided in the zone, that the problems, which had been ongoing, were now becoming better understood.

Much has been accomplished with the assistance of Officers Benitez-Merlo, Leroy Wilson, Bill Owens and Carl Witherspoon (who also resides in the area). Officer Sims has coordinated his efforts with North Sector Officers, CSD Officer Brian Kaplan and Officer Jacobsen, Truancy 1, and as a result truants are escorted daily to JIF. Burglary rates are decreasing in the area as more arrests are being made; CID Detectives Chris Smith and Chris Herbert are providing daily assistance and traffic assists by Motor Officers have also been extremely important. These coordinated efforts have made a noticeable positive difference.

A comparison of crime trends and Part I Crimes occurring from 2002 to 2003 for the first three months have indicated an impressive decline (see charts below). Our combined efforts are working!

Offense	Feb-02	Mar-02	Apr-02	Feb-03	Mar-03	Apr-03	Grand Total
Burglary Residence	7	3	12	2	2	1	27
Vehicle Theft	1	1	2	3			7
Vehicle Burglary		1			1	4	6
Assault/Battery		1	1	1		1	4
Armed Robbery		1		1		1	3
Strongarm Robbery	1				1		2
Business Burglary				2			2
Sex Offense	1						1
Grand Total	10	7	15	9	4	7	52

Offense	Feb-02	Feb-03	Comparison	Mar-02	Mar-03	Comparison	Apr-02	Apr-03	Comparison
Burglary Residence	7	2	-71%	3	2	-33%	12	1	-92%
Vehicle Theft	1	3	200%	1		-100%	2		-100%
Vehicle Burglary			N/C	1	1	0%		4	N/C
Assault/Battery		1	N/C	1		-100%	1	1	0%
Armed Robbery		1	N/C	1		-100%		1	N/C
Strongarm Robbery	1		-100%		1	N/C			N/C
Business Burglary		2	N/C			N/C			N/C
Sex Offense	1		-100%			N/C			N/C
Grand Total	10	9	-10%	7	4	-43%	15	7	-53%

On March 19th, 2003, Officers Clarke and Coffin were tasked with addressing Part One Crimes in two neighborhoods threatened with rising property crimes. In response to citizen complaints from the South Middle River Terrace Homeowners Association and the Flagler Heights Homeowners Association, Officers Clarke and Coffin targeted 203 and 206 Zones in an effort to reduce and/or prevent criminal activity. The officers, who were working in an unmarked police vehicle, observed a suspicious individual peering into the windows of parked cars along the 1300 block of NE 5th Terrace.

The officers assumed positions of advantage and observed this individual attempt to open car doors of several vehicles. The subject found an unlocked car at 1337 NE 5 Terrace and entered it. After rifling the interior of the car, the subject stole a license plate from the inside of the car and then casually walked away. Officers Clarke and Coffin surprised the culprit and apprehended him without incident.

Immediately after booking the first suspect, Officers Clarke and Coffin again proceeded to proactively patrol for offenders. While traveling back to the North sector, they passed the City Parking Garage in the 100 Block of North Andrews Avenue. They observed another suspicious individual peering into parked cars and after a few minutes, the subject approached a parked car and then pulled out a large hammer from his pocket. He then smashed the left rear window of the car and fled with a CD player he removed from the car. This subject was also apprehended without incident.

Officers Clarke and Coffin removed two burglary suspects from different neighborhoods in a matter of hours. Their knowledge of the problems in both areas and their response to these problems was well coordinated and effective. The Officers were recognized for their efforts and issued division level commendations.

District III
Major Sharon Andersen (954) 828-5480
Captain Kevin Sheehan (954) 828-5484 Shift 1	Captain Charmaine Gittens-Jacques (954) 828-5482 Shift 2	Captain Raul Diaz (954) 828-5625 Shift 3

Many thanks to all of you who worked so hard to ensure another successful Air and Sea Show. Each year we schedule a meeting to seek input from the supervisors involved with the planning of the show. Some suggestions made after last year’s event were implemented this year and were found to be very helpful. The wristbands for children were a great success and helped us reunite lost parents with their youngsters. The “no tents, canopies and fencing” suggestion was helpful and less problematic than anticipated, and the no on-street-parking on East Las Olas reduced the time in clearing the beach of vehicular traffic.

There were no significant incidents or arrests. A special note of thanks both to the Motor Unit who, at the last minute, were faced with the challenge of handling all the escorts for the military officials and to Sergeant Bronson who volunteered to supervise the Sunrise Boulevard/Galleria area during Sergeant Polan’s absence.

If you want a code inspector to investigate an illegal dumping site or a bulk trash violation, please call Community Inspections at 828-5207. To address trash on City property, or to find out what your bulk trash pick up days are, you can call the City of Fort Lauderdale Public Services Department at 828-8000. Please help us to keep Fort Lauderdale clean!

To report a problem area in your neighborhood, send the following info to the Community Support Division. Remember, be specific with the information that you provide so that we may take the appropriate actions. Send info to: Community Support Division, 533 NE 13th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304. Or e-mail us with the following information:

Address:
Business Name(& Type):
Problem Observed:
Date:

PSAs Bryant and Todaro-Gerity are assisting Code Enforcement in their efforts to reduce the number of derelict vehicle violations throughout the City. These are quality-of-life issues which devalue the neighborhood as well as present safety hazards.

To report graffiti, contact the graffiti hotline at 828-6402. Or, click here to send an e-mail to PSA Teresa Bryant.

Bicycles can be registered at the following locations:

Community Support Division Center 533 NE 13th Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Snyder Park 2800 S.W. 8th Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 Wednesday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. By appointment only! Please call first 954-828-4585

Contact PSA Bryant if you would like to schedule bicycle registrations during a community event.

Call 463-BIKE for more information.

Demonstration Center
Project Director Alesia Russell (954) 828-6433
Training Coordinator Rosa Vazquez (954) 828-6428	Community Information Specialist Blanca Alvarez (954) 828-6429
Volunteer Coordinator (954) 828-6432	Records Clerk Treciann Collman (954) 828-6431

New Employees	Anniversaries	Transfers
		OFFICER JON APPEL From: OPR/CSD Comp 3 -Shift 2 To: OPR/OPS MARINE UNIT Shift 3
OFFICER RICK TEMPLE was the recipient of a DARE Plaque of Appreciation from Croissant Park Elementary OFFICER CLAY BARRETT was the recipient of a DARE Certificate of Appreciation from Riverland Elementary

The Community Support Center offers various events such as workshops, training classes and community forums. The Center is also available to the community as a meeting place. Some of the courses that are offered to civilians and law enforcement personnel are outlined below.

License Plate Theft Prevention Program, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., while supplies last, at the Fort Lauderdale Police Department Community Support Division, 533 NE 13 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL. The Fort Lauderdale Police Department is distributing, free of charge, special screws that are created to prevent the theft of license plates. The screws are affixed with a regular screwdriver, but can only be removed with a special tool held by the Police Department. For information, call (954) 828-6400.

Landlord/Tenant Training, Wednesdays, June 18, 2003 and July 16, 2003, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at the Fort Lauderdale Police Department Community Support Division - Training Room, 533 NE 13 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL. Topics include keeping illegal activity out of your property, screening applicants, the Federal Fair Housing Act, Section 8 Housing and more. Certificates of attendance will be issued upon completion of the course. The workshop is open to all interested. Captain Kiley and Sergeant Kridos of the Fort Lauderdale Police Department will be presenting the class. Call (954) 828-6428 for more information and to register.

Project Ecstasy Workshops, The Fort Lauderdale Police Department in collaboration with Precise Protection Inc. and Project Ecstasy have developed FREE training classes to continue fighting the battle against club drug use, which include ecstasy, marijuana, and cocaine. These club drugs are mainly seen at RAVE parties. Register today to attend all, or some, of the classes by calling 954-828-6428. The classes and dates are as follows:

To Legalize or Not	June 16, 2003
Today's Drug Problem	June 19, 2003
Date Rape Drugs	June 23, 2003
Club Drugs	June 30, 2003
Drugs and Their Effects	July 7, 2003
Marijuana, Friend or Foe	July 14, 2003

Classes are scheduled from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Fort Lauderdale Police Department Community Support Division - Training Room, 533 NE 13 Street.

National Night Out, Tuesday, August 5, 2003, 6:30 p.m. The 20th Annual National Night Out is a unique crime and drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW).

The Police Department cordially invites you, your family, neighbors and community to be part of National Night Out 2003. Citizens Crime Alert of Fort Lauderdale, Inc. is planning the event. To get your neighborhood or community association involved and to register, please contact Pat Mayers, President of Citizens Crime Alert of Fort Lauderdale, Inc. at (954) 768-0850.

***ALL WORKSHOPS ARE FREE OF CHARGE***

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