Letter from Cooper City Mayor Greg Ross

Dear Residents of Cooper City, As we approach the holiday season, I hope this message finds you and your loved ones in good health. While we continue to navigate the unpredictable environment caused by COVID-19, please continue to take care of one another by considering a vaccine if you have not received one already, washing your hands, practicing social distancing, and wearing masks when appropriate. Over the past few months, more and more residents and visitors have been heading to our sports complexes for football, baseball, soccer, pickleball, basketball, volleyball and many other activities. It has been incredibly refreshing to see so many children and adults enjoying themselves. It cannot be understated how important it is to partake in these social activities that help create new bonds and friendships. I think I can speak for all of us in realizing how much we missed these opportunities at the height of the pandemic.

Your City Commission takes great pride in allocating funds and resources, so that our City staff can maintain the superior standards our residents should expect at our parks and sports complexes. A new fiscal year is underway in our City, and within the new budget we have made a commitment to building upon the pillars of our community by beautifying Cooper City. Projects will concentrate on the revitalization of our City’s major arteries and will start coming to fruition in the year ahead. Our City also remains dedicated to developing programs and activities for residents of all ages to enjoy.

Our Pool and Tennis Center hosts a variety of classes each week ranging from selfdefense to yoga and Zumba. New fitness equipment, which was recently installed at the Pool and Tennis Center’s gym, has been well received and staff members always look forward to helping anyone who visits. Over at the Community Center, our active adult programs are in full swing. Residents can take part in a painting group, book club, or enjoy a movie matinee every Thursday.

Of course, there are always special events organized by our Recreation Department.

One of my favorite events of the year, “Light Up Cooper City,” is right around the corner.

This special holiday occasion will be held on the evening of Friday, December 3. Be there as Memorial Park, located between Cooper City Hall and the Community Center, comes to light with beautiful colors and decorations. And, the holiday fun does not end there. Starting November 10, Cooper City residents can enter the “Holiday Home Decorating Contest,” which will run through the first week of December. Then, on November 17, residents can begin registering for “Brunch with Santa” at the Community Center. This event is open to children in third grade or younger. Our city’s festive calendar also includes a holiday movie at Memorial Park on December 10. Please save these dates and make sure to enjoy all of the family fun! You can find information on each of our holiday events and much more at www.CooperCityFL.org/Calendar. As we prepare to gather with family and friends during the holidays, please keep in mind all of the brave men and women of our armed forces who will not be home with their loved ones during this joyous season. In honor of all those who have served our country, Cooper City will hold a Veterans Day Ceremony at Memorial Park on November 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. On behalf of the City Commission, I wish you and yours a very safe and happy holiday season and we hope to see you at city events in the weeks ahead. As always, please feel free to contact my office with any questions or concerns you may have by dialing (954) 434-4300 and pressing option #6.

Sincerely,

Greg Ross