Civic Packet Update

January 25, 2010

Late-breaking information 

Headlines:

• Super Bowl Saturday Night on Fort Lauderdale Beach - Feb. 6
• Citizens Volunteer Corps to landscape and mulch at Esplanade Park on Riverwalk - Feb. 13
• Sistrunk Week Set - Feb. 20
• Noon Tunes – Every Wednesday in February and March
• Line Dance Party - Feb. 12
• Smooch-a-Pooch - Feb. 13

 

Super Bowl Saturday Night on Fort Lauderdale Beach

 
 

Super Bowl Saturday Night is the ultimate NFL fan celebration held the night before the Super Bowl.

 
 

This free, outdoor, evening event will feature a live concert on the beach in Fort Lauderdale. A 20-minute Super Bowl fireworks spectacular will cap off the night.  Concessions will be available for purchase.

 
 

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2010

4 pm - Gates open

6 pm - Show begins

9:40 pm - Fireworks Spectacular

10 pm - Event closes

 
 

LOCATION

Fort Lauderdale Beach Park

1100 Seabreeze Boulevard

Fort Lauderdale

 
 

FREE CONCERT FEATURING

• ROBERT RANDOLPH & THE FAMILY BAND
• BARENAKED LADIES
• O.A.R.

 
 

Concert guests can park downtown and ride free shuttles to and from Fort Lauderdale Beach

 
 

Beach parking is limited. Enjoy low, $10 flat rate parking in downtown Fort Lauderdale with free shuttle services to the beach.

 
 

On Saturday, from 12 noon to 12 midnight, 75 buses will run continuously to shuttle guests to and from downtown to the Fort Lauderdale Beach concert site. Once parked at any downtown parking garage or lot, guests can follow directional signage to a bus-loading zone located at 150 SE 1st Avenue (between Las Olas Boulevard and Broward Boulevard). Buses will take guests to the SE 5th Street drop-off at the Beach (Alexander Park, 501 Seabreeze Boulevard). Police will assist guests crossing A1A at SE5th Street, a short walk to the concert at Fort Lauderdale Beach Park.

 

Following the event, guests will follow the same path north for shuttle pick-up on SE 5th Street. Shuttles will return guests to their original departure point at SE 1st Avenue.

 
 

The following parking areas are offering a $10 flat rate for parking from 12 noon, Saturday, February 6 to 2 am, Sunday, February 7:

• City Park Garage, 155 SE 2nd Street

• Sun-Sentinel, 200 E. Las Olas Boulevard

• Bank of America, 212 SE 2nd Avenue

• One River Plaza, 305 South Andrews Avenue

• 200 Brickell Centre, 200 Brickell Avenue

• Las Olas Centre, 350 E. Las Olas Boulevard

• Las Olas Centre, 450 E. Las Olas Boulevard

• Broward County Garage, 151 SW 2nd Street

• County Lot II, 6 SW 1st Street

For all transportation options, go to www.NFL.com/superbowl.

 
 

A Special Message to Beach Residents and Businesses 

Live Nation, the concert promoter, in conjunction with the NFL, presented detailed plans to ensure public safety throughout preparation and execution of Super Bowl Saturday Night.

 
 

PUBLIC SAFETY

The concert promoter has secured services for crowd control, traffic management, fire rescue, ocean rescue, emergency medical services and police.

 
 

PARKING

Concert guests are being encouraged to use downtown parking areas to mitigate heavy traffic on A1A.

 
 

EVENT DURATION

The duration of the concert and fireworks, from 6 pm - 10 pm, restricts noise to a narrow timeframe.

 
 

CONCERT SETUP STARTS JANUARY 29

Concert setup will begin on Friday, January 29. Crews of 25 to 100 will be working each day to construct the stage and make other preparations.

Live Nation has reserved the entire parking lot at Fort Lauderdale Beach Park (formerly known as South Beach Park) from Friday, January 29 - Tuesday, February 9. Parking has also been reserved at several smaller lots at Fort Lauderdale Beach.

 
 

STREET CLOSURE

SE 5th Street, between Seabreeze Boulevard and A1A, will be closed to traffic on Saturday, February 6.

Access will be limited to Shuttles.

 
 

LIMITED TEMPORARY EXEMPTION IN OPEN CONTAINER ORDINANCE

From January 29 to February 8, 2010, individuals shall be allowed to carry and consume alcohol in plastic cups in outdoor areas, including the sidewalks, on AIA between the southern boundary of Sunrise Boulevard and the northern boundary of Holiday Drive at Fort Lauderdale Beach. In no event shall alcohol be permitted on the sandy beach. All other regulations in the Code of Ordinances of the City of Fort Lauderdale shall apply. (ORDINANCE NO. C-09-32, Section 4)

 
 

FAQ (provided by the NFL):

 
 

How much are tickets to Super Bowl Saturday Night?

Super Bowl Saturday Night is free to the public. There are no ticket sales.

 
 

Are there upgraded Super Bowl Saturday Night tickets with enhanced options?

No, everyone admitted will be given the same access to all features of Super Bowl Saturday Night.

 
 

Is there an ADA entrance to Super Bowl Saturday Night?

All parking facilities listed above are ADA accessible. ADA parking shuttles will be available at the same shuttle pick-up and drop-off areas indicated on the map above.

The main entrance to Super Bowl Saturday Night will be ADA accessible.

 
 

Can I bring in any outside food or beverages?

No outside food or beverages of any kind will be allowed into Super Bowl Saturday Night. However, there will be concessions available for purchase throughout the Super Bowl Saturday Night campus.

 
 

Are cameras and video cameras allowed into the NFL Super Bowl Saturday Night?

Cameras and video cameras for personal use are not restricted. However, if you are a member of the press, you will need to contact Steve Brener at SteveB@bzapr.com.

 
 

What can I bring in to the NFL Super Bowl Saturday Night?

You and your personal belongings will be subject to search upon entry into Super Bowl Saturday Night. Bags under 12" will be permitted and are subject to search. The following items are prohibited: oversized bags, all weapons, alcohol, food, beverages, glass containers, fireworks, chairs, tents, barbecue grills, umbrellas and blankets. Service animals only are permitted.

 
 

Can I anchor my boat at the beach in Fort Lauderdale Beach Park to watch the concert and fireworks?

No. Per the United States Coast Guard, no anchoring will be allowed. The area offshore most of south Florida is a very environmentally sensitive area and the Coast Guard must ensure adequate measures are in place to prevent damage to protected and endangered species in addition to persons and property.

 
 

Citizens Volunteer Corps to Landscape and Mulch at Esplanade Park on Riverwalk

 
 

• Save the date: Saturday, February 13, 2010
• Time: 8a
• Location: Esplanade Park on Riverwalk, SE 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale
• Project: Landscaping and Mulching Project in partnership with the Riverwalk Trust and Leadership Broward

 
 

Refreshments will be served.

 
 

All CVC volunteers are encouraged to come and help.

NCIP Points/$ & community service hours can be earned by participation!

 
 

Contact Maxine Singh at City Hall (954) 828-5005 for more information.

 
 

Sistrunk Week set for Feb. 20

 
 

Youth Empowerment For A Better Tomorrow (“YEBT”), in conjunction with Sistrunk Historical Festival, Inc. and the City of Fort Lauderdale, proudly presents “Sistrunk Week.” 

 
 

Sistrunk 5K for Education

Saturday, February 20, 2010, 7a – 10a

Start/End, Walker Elementary School, 500 NW 4th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale

 
 

Community Fun Fair

Saturday, February 20, 2010, 10a - 5p

Joseph C. Carter Park, 1450 W Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale

 
 

Gospel in the Park

Sunday, February 21, 2010, 4p - 9p

Joseph C. Carter Park, 1450 W Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale

This event will feature local artists from the Tri-County area

 
 

Jazz in the Park

Friday, February 26, 2010, 6p - 10p

Joseph C. Carter Park, 1450 W Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale

This event will feature Broward County Public Schools’ Jazz Ensembles and local professional artists.

 
 

For additional information, please contact Chris Priester, Vice President/Program Director for Youth Empowerment For A Better Tomorrow (“YEBT”) at Christopher@yebt.org or call 754.234.2290.

 
 

Noon Tunes – Every Wednesday in February and March

 
 

Start your lunch hour on a high note with the City of Fort Lauderdale’s 6th Annual Comcast Noon Tunes, a free lunchtime concert series.

 
 

The 2010 Noon Tunes will be presented every Wednesday, beginning February 3 through March 24, from 12p to 2p at Stranahan Park, 100 E. Broward Boulevard in downtown Fort Lauderdale.

 
 

The concert series offers a broad range of musical varieties and features a different live performer each week. Come have lunch and relax at one of the many picnic tables that will be placed throughout Stranahan Park. From jazz to classic rock-n-roll Noon Tunes has it all, so pack your lunch and come enjoy nature and music together!

 
 

Noon Tunes is sponsored by Comcast and produced by the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, please call the Event Hotline at (954) 828-5363 or visit www.fortlauderdale.gov.

 
 

2010 Comcast Noon Tunes Schedule

• February 3 - Twocan Blue (Rock-n-Roll)
• February 10 - Billy Bones (Jazz, Pop, Rock) 
• February 17 - Jimmy Cavallo & the House Rockers (Jump Blues & Jazz)
• February 24 - Joey Gilmore Band (Blues)
• March 3 - Jimmy Stowe & the Stowaways (Jimmy Buffet & Tropical Rock)
• March 10 - Tracy Sands & Rod McDonald featuring Rex Blazer (Irish & Contemporary Acoustic)
• March 17 - To be announced
• March 24 - To be announced

 
 

Line Dance Party - Feb. 12

 
 

Dance the night away with your sweetheart or make some new friends at the Beach Community Center's Line Dance Party on Friday, February 12 from 7p - 10p.

 
 

Enjoy an evening of dancing and refreshments. Fees are only $8 for residents and $12 for non-residents. Paid reservations are required by February 11. For more information, please call (954) 828-4610 or stop by the Beach Community Center at 3351 N.E. 33rd Avenue.

 

Smooch-a-Pooch - Feb. 13

 
 

Treat your pooch to a special Valentine's Day celebration at the Riverland Park Pool! Riverland Park Pool is hosting Smooch-a-Pooch, a unique opportunity for dogs to enjoy a fun-filled day at the pool, on Saturday, February 13 from 12p - 3p. Residents pay only $5 per person and non-residents pay only $7.50 per person to enjoy this experience.

 
 

You must register in advance by calling (954) 828-5293 or stopping by Riverland Park at 950 S.W. 27th Avenue.