HomeMy Public PortalAboutJanuary 2014Dear Resident,
Town of Gulf Stream
January 2014 Newsletter
Happy New Year!
IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR....
**It is a New Year and time for new beginnings. We would like to remind
everyone to tidy up their properties to keep our Town looking pristine.
Items such as cleaning off rooftops, trimming bushes, and other basic yard
work are appreciated. **
Undergrounding Update
The Undergrounding Project has begun!! Phase I is underway. The starting phase is from
Pelican Lane to Golfview Drive. Phase II will be Golfview Drive through the newly annexed
area. The completion date is estimated June 2015. Please be patient and have a clear vision
of how beautiful our Town will look.
Gulf Stream ThrivesM
Many renovations and new construction projects have kept our Town property values strong
and growing. The recent addition of our street signs and the future lighting project will
continue to beautify our Town. We have survived the economic downturn and look forward
to a prosperous 2014!!! Gulf Stream continues to be a wonderful town to live in!
NOTICE OF WATER RATE INCREASE
Beginning with the December - January 2014 billing cycle, water rates will increase 4%. This
is due to the increased costs for the maintenance of the Town's water supply system.
FLOOD ZONE INFORMATION
As a public service, the Town of Gulf Stream provides the following information upon
request:
• Whether a property is in or out of the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) as shown on the
current Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) of the Town.
• Additional flood insurance data, such as the FIRM Zone and the base flood elevation or
depth, if shown on the FIRM of the Town.
• The Town also has elevation certificates for many of the properties in Town.
• The Town participates in the Community Rating system, a part of the National Flood
Insurance Program, and all residents are entitled to a 15% discount on their flood
insurance rates. Please talk to your insurance agent.
Call 276-5116 or visit Town Hall during regular business hours, 9:00am to 4:00pm, to obtain
this information.
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Do your part.....
The Town of Gulf Stream cares about the storm water management system and the quality of
water entering and leaving our area. You can help us maintain quality standards by reporting
illicit connections to the Town. Illicit connections are discharges of any pollutants into the
storm water system, including pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, sewage, chemicals, and oil.
Storm water runoff results when rain falls on surfaces that cannot absorb it, such as pavement
or rooftops, or ground that is already saturated from rain. This rain flows over land toward
storm water inlets, swales, ditches, canals, lakes, wetlands, or coastal waters. Most of the
unwanted pollutants that end up in our waterways come from human activities.
Tips for Maintaining the Quality of our Water
• Use pesticides and fertilizers sparingly. When using these chemicals, use the
recommended amounts and only when necessary.
• Use organic mulch or safest pest control methods whenever possible.
• Don't leave compost or mulch yard waste in the street or sweep it into storm drains or
waterways.
• Don't over water your lawn. Consider using a soaker hose instead of a sprinkler.
• Cover piles of dirt or mulch being used for landscaping projects.
• Purchase biodegradable, nontoxic products.
• Use, store, and dispose of products as directed on the container.
• Sweep up and properly dispose of any construction debris.
• Use a commercial car wash or wash your car on a lawn or other unpaved surface.
• Check your vehicle regularly for leaks and/or spills. Clean up and properly dispose of
materials used for spill cleanup.
• Always pick up after your pet ... even in your own yard!
• Take the time to educate others on the negative impact of dumping into a storm water
system.
REPORT ILLEGAL DUMPING TO THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM POLICE
DEPARTMENT BY CALLING THE
NON -EMERGENCY NUMBER AT 561-278-8611.
On Behalf of the
Town Commission and Staff,
Mayo Joan K. Orthwein.
COMMUNITY
• In order to preserve our unique community character, the Town adopted Design
Guidelines in 1995 that address exterior aspects of your home. If you are planning
exterior improvements or painting of any kind, or major landscaping work, please contact
Town Hall to determine what requirements may apply.
All workers hired to conduct services for your property (employees and deliveries not
included) must be registered to do work in the Town. If you are hiring a contractor (for
example, to do lawn work or make improvements to your home) please ask them to
register at Town Hall if they are not currently on file. Occupational registration is
designed to ensure workers are properly licensed and insured, which enhances the safety
of our community.
• When walking your dog, please be courteous to other residents and pedestrians by taking
responsibility and picking up after your dog.
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