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Mix & Mingle Spring Social Recap

Our Annual Membership Meeting was held on April 23. Thank you to everyone who attended, including guest speaker Mayor Scott Newton, who addressed the Association membership and provided an opportunity for residents to learn more about the state of the City and upcoming projects benefiting the Westside. President Shawn Walsh also presented the annual President’s Report.

Mix & Mingle Spring Social Recap

Our Mix & Mingle Spring Social took place on April 15 at Mickel Park. Over 60 attendees mixed and mingled, enjoying the beautiful weather and a delicious Italian dinner. Special thanks to Dom Caruso’s Cucina for their generous discount! We’re already looking forward to planning our next social—be sure to keep an eye on your email and our Facebook page for details.

Andrews Avenue Improvement Project Public Information Meeting Recap

On February 18th, Broward County hosted a public information meeting regarding the upcoming Andrews Avenue Corridor Improvement project. The project is  being funded through the Penny for Transportation Mobility Advancement Program.  The project area is the entire length of Andrews Avenue from Sunrise Boulevard to Oakland Park Boulevard. The meeting was very well attended by the project’s engineering team, County Staff, City Staff, the Westside Association Board and members, as well as Westside residents. Thank you to all members and residents for attending and sharing your feedback.

The current project timeline is for design to be complete by the end of 2025, construction to begin in the Second Quarter of 2026 and to complete by the end of 2027.

The project scope includes:

• Improve the roadway infrastructure and safety for all street users

• Sidewalk reconstruction and Shared Path for bicycle and pedestrians

• Median construction

• Traffic calming improvements

• Milling and resurfacing

• Widening for new right turn lane at Sunrise Boulevard and Andrews Avenue

• Upgrades to signing and pavement markings

• Landscaping improvements

• Mast arm signals improvements at NE/NW 13 Street and NE/NW 16 Street.

• New midblock crossings

• Drainage and Lighting improvements

For future updates, please visit https://www.broward.org/BCEngineering/Pages/CapitalProjectsPublicInvolvement.aspx

January Quarterly Membership Meeting Recap

On January 22nd, we held our Quarterly Meeting of the Association Membership at Hagan Park Community Center. Thank you to everyone who attended the meeting. 

Broward Crime Stoppers President Paul Jaworski educated members about how their organization works and the results they’ve been able to accomplish. The Crime Stoppers tip line, app and web site allow you to anonymously report a crime and they communicate that information directly with law enforcement agencies, including the Wilton Manors Police Department.

Chief of Police Gary Blocker spoke about the various initiatives WMPD has been working on to ensure our city remains safe, including adoption of technological innovations,  proactive communication, partnerships with other law enforcement agencies, and selectivity in hiring. Assistant Chief of Police Darren Brodsky provided crime statistics updates.

Community Development Services Director Roberta Moore reviewed a number of projects that impact the Westside. These included the Andrews Avenue Corridor Improvement project, the replacement of the bridge on N. Andrews Avenue over  Middle River, and marketing Andrews Avenue to developers. She also spoke about the upcoming review of the Unified Land Development Regulations and Article 30 (Permitted Uses).

Westside Winter Wonders House Decorating Contest Winners

Congratulations to Our Winning Decorators

1st Place - Robin and Kyle Bolger, 2609 NW 3rd Ave

2nd Place - Roger Savonen and Drew Derose, 2525 NW 6th Avenue

3rd Place - Kraig Couture and Jesse Rodriguez, 1117 NW 30th Street

Thanks Again to Our Judges

Joe Akin, 2022 and 2023 Contest Winner
Marc Martorana, Philanthropist and Activist
Constance Ruppender, Art Gallery 21 

A World of Thanks to Our Prize Sponsors

1st Place

Carvelle Bikes

Over Easy Cafe

Peak Fitness

Peter Pan Diner
PRP Wines

Union Kitchen & Bar

2nd Place

Dolce Salato Pizza & Gelato

Peak Fitness

Peter Pan Diner

PRP Wines

Union Kitchen & Bar

3rd Place

Dolce Salato Pizza & Gelato

Lowe’s

Peak Fitness

Sardi Cafe and Lounge

To The Moon Marketplace

Please mention WAWM on your next visit to these establishments.

... and, last but not least,
Thank You to all the Westside Residents Who Delighted Us with their
Holiday Decorations!

Westside Fall Social Recap

The Westside Association hosted our Fall Social on Monday, November 18th. Over 75 members and guests enjoyed great food, drinks and socialization on a picture-perfect autumn night at Mickel Park. Thank you to Ozzie Bradley and Mark Thomas for assisting with setup and serving drinks and to Marc Martorana for making some delicious brownies. The Board is already looking forward to planning our next social, stay tuned!

October Quarterly Membership Meeting Recap

On October 23rd, we held our Quarterly Meeting of the Association Membership at Hagan Park Community Center. Thank you to everyone who attended the meeting. Assistant Chief of Police Darren Brodsky provided crime statistics updates and Code Compliance Supervisor Abel Alberro spoke about Airbnb licensing and Code Compliance processes. Wilton Manors City Commissioner Chris Caputo addressed the Association membership, providing an opportunity for residents to learn more about his vision for his next term, which includes attracting businesses to Andrews Avenue, updating infrastructure throughout the City and approaching the annual budgeting process with careful thought.

Westside Neighborhood Banners - They're All Up!

Following April’s installation of 8 initial banners throughout the Westside and the outpouring of support, 7 additional banners were installed across the neighborhood in early July.

Thank you to all of our Westside Banner sponsors:

• Chris Boylan

• Luis Cancho-Diez Schreiber

• Commissioner Chris Caputo

• Julie Carson/Robin Gross

• José Cedeño

• Michael DiGuiseppe/Jack Herrmann

• Larry Farver/Daniel Vacca

• John Foulk

• William Hayden/Ron Perkov

• Emily McCrater

• Mark McKenzie

• Evan Smith

• Stegar Thompson

• Eileen and Mark Yodanis

We have created a map (see below) that shows the locations of all of the banners. We placed the banners at high traffic intersections where residents and visitors typically come in, out, or through the Westside. We also ensured that banners would be placed on other Westside residential streets and at neighborhood entrances with less traffic volume to show our neighborhood pride!

A few of the installed banners remain unsponsored. If you are interested in sponsoring to help offset the cost of materials and installation, please send an email to wawm.org@gmail.com or reach out to any Board member who will gladly assist.