From David Volz
The City of Pompano Beach’s Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the Broward County Sheriff’s Office and Pompano Beach Fire Rescue, has announced the return of Boo Bash, the ultimate night of spook-tacular fun for the whole family!
This year’s event will take place on Saturday, October 25th, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Amphitheater Grounds, located at 1801 NE 6th Street. Admission is free, making this the perfect outing for families, friends, and neighbors of all ages.
Guests can look forward to an unforgettable evening filled with thrilling carnival rides, live stage performances, a charming pumpkin patch, and a festive harvest hayride. The excitement continues with a jaw-dropping lumberjack show, a laugh-out-loud pie-eating contest, and a lively dance party with music from our DJ. Adding to the magic of the night, attendees will have the special opportunity to meet and connect with our local first responders.
Everyone is encouraged to come dressed in their most creative costumes and join the fun during the always-popular Costume Contest, which begins at 8:00 p.m.
Pompano Beach has dedicated a new fire station.
| Instead of the customary ribbon-cutting, City officials opted for a more fitting and fun ritual to open Fire Station 52, located at 10 NW 27 Avenue: a ceremonial “uncoupling of a fire hose.” This unique event was a beautiful way to honor the new station, which was dedicated to a local hero, retired Pompano Beach Firefighter and former City Commissioner Woodrow “Woody” Poitier. Woody Poitier was the first African American firefighter for the City of Pompano Beach. His 24-year career as a firefighter and paramedic saw him rise to the rank of Lieutenant, and he was named Firefighter of the Year in 1986. Beyond his service on the force, he dedicated over six years as the District 4 Commissioner, tirelessly representing the Northwest community. His commitment to the city continues today through his roles on the Housing Authority Board and the EMS Advisory Board. This new fire station is a significant new addition to the city’s public safety infrastructure which was made possible by the 2018 General Obligation (GO) Bond. The GO Bond was overwhelmingly approved by voters to fund essential improvements in public safety, transportation, and City beautification. Created with a resilient, modern design, the 16,145-square-foot, two-story structure is engineered with CBS construction to withstand Category 5 hurricane-force winds. Key features include a standing seam metal roof, exterior impact windows and doors, and reinforced masonry walls. Designed with sustainability at its core, the station is on track to receive the Florida Green Building Coalition Gold certification. It incorporates xeriscape landscaping, low-flow plumbing, and a full backup generator system to ensure continuous operation. Inside, the new station provides a state-of-the-art environment for its crew. The layout features four drive-through apparatus bays, a physical fitness room, and seven individual bunk rooms. A training room, a full kitchen, and private quarters for six officers complete the modern, functional design, ensuring firefighters have a top-tier facility to train, rest, and respond from. |
