Employment for Ex-Offenders

A job site for ex-offenders.


Ex-offedners in Broward County now have another tool to assist with the challenge of finding employment. A very helpful site that specifically helps ex-offenders connect with employers who hire ex-offenders is www.hard2hire.org

If you have access to the internet log on to the site select search for jobs, create a profile, and begin connecting with employers.

Early Voting Wait Times

New Service Allows Voters To Check Out "Wait Times" at Early Voting Sites

Broward County Supervisor of Elections
DATE: October 22, 2008
MEDIA CONTACT: Mary Cooney, Supervisor of Elections Office
PHONE: 954-712-1960
MEDIA CONTACT: Judy Sarver, Broward County Office of Public Communications
PHONE: 954-357-7583

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners, in partnership with the Supervisor of Elections Office, announces a convenient new service that allows residents to call ahead or visit the Web site for wait times at early voting locations.

It is anticipated that turnout throughout the early voting period will continue to be high, and residents may encounter lines at some locations. Using a new service just launched by Broward County, voters are encouraged to check wait times at early voting locations before going to the polls. Call the Broward County Call Center at 3-1-1 or 954-831-4000 (954-831-3940 TTY for the hearing-impaired), or visit www.broward.org or www.browardsoe.org and click on "Early Voting Wait Times." Posted wait times at all Early Voting locations are updated regularly.

Broward County Mayor Lois Wexler, the Board of County Commissioners and Broward County Supervisor of Elections, Dr. Brenda C. Snipes, urge all registered voters to take advantage of early voting and the conveniences it offers:

Early voting continues through Sunday, November 2. There are 17 early voting locations, including select branch libraries, city halls and courthouses. For a complete list of early voting sites, visit the Supervisor of Elections Web site at www.browardsoe.org and click on "Early Voting" under "Voting Methods."
Residents who wish to vote early can do so at any of the designated early voting locations, regardless of their normal voting precinct. Locations are open Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; and Sunday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
To save time at the polls, voters are encouraged to study the ballot in advance and be prepared with their choices.
Need a ride to an early voting location? Broward County Transit (BCT) bus routes serve 14 of the 17 Early Voting locations. To plan your trip, visit www.broward.org/bct or call BCT Customer Service at 954-357-8400 (954-357-8302 TTY for the hearing-impaired).

Important Update on Absentee Ballots

The last day residents can request an absentee ballot is Wednesday, October 29. Requests for absentee ballots may be made by mail, telephone at 954-357-7055, online at www.browardsoe.org, or in person at one of the following locations:

Deerfield Beach: North Regional County Courthouse, 1600 W. Hillsboro Blvd, Room 170
Fort Lauderdale: Governmental Center, 115 S. Andrews Ave., Room 102
Hollywood: South Regional County Courthouse, 3550 Hollywood Blvd., Room 180
Lauderhill: Lauderhill Mall, 1501 NW 40th Ave.
Plantation: West Regional County Courthouses, 100 N. Pine Island Road, Room 130
The Supervisor of Elections will mail out absentee ballots through Friday, October 31.

Voted absentee ballots may be delivered by mail or in person to any office of the Supervisor of Elections. Please use the pre-addressed, return envelope provided and remember to sign the back side of the envelope before returning it. Return postage is $1.17.

Ballots must be received by the Supervisor of Elections by 7 p.m. on November 4

VOTE!

Broward County Readies for Early Voting

BCT Identifies Bus Routes to Early Voting Locations

DATE: October 17, 2008
CONTACT: Doris Williams, Broward County Transit Division
PHONE: 954-357-6786
CONTACT: Mary Cooney, Supervisor of Elections
PHONE: 954-712-1960

Early Voting for the national general election on November 4 will begin next week. One Broward County agency, Broward County Transit (BCT), is making it easier for residents to get to Early Voting sites.

BCT has made available a list of the bus routes that serve 14 of the Early Voting locations. There are 17 locations countywide. Residents who plan on using Broward County Transit to vote early can plan their trip by visiting www.broward.org/bct or call customer service at 954-357-8400.

Early Voting begins on Monday, October 20 at various locations across the County including select branch libraries, city halls and courthouses. Hours of operations are Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturdays, 10.a.m. - 3 p.m.; and Sunday 1-4 p.m. Early Voting will end on Sunday, November 2. For a complete list of Early Voting sites, visit the Supervisor of Elections web site at www.browardsoe.org. and select "Early Voting" under "Voting Methods."

Voters who have requested absentee ballots should know that absentee ballots are mailed out approximately two to three weeks prior to Election Day. Requests for absentee ballots can be made in person at the Supervisor of Elections' main office downtown Fort Lauderdale or at branch offices located in Deerfield Beach, Hollywood, Lauderhill and Plantation; by mail, by telephone or online.

On Election Day, November 4, all polling locations will be open 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

BCT Early Voting Routes
Absentee Ballot Requests

Job Fair !

Upcoming Job Fair:

Broward Business Leardership Network in partnership with 211 is conducting the 4th Annual Job Fair for people with disabilities and a seminar series for employers. John Kemp, Executive Director of United States Business Leardership Network will be the keynote speaker. For additional information please call (954) 722-6400/ TTY (954) 735-0963 or email pmasters@cilbroward.org.

Location: Nova Southeastern University
Carl DeSantis Building
3301 College Avenue
Davie, FL 33314

Time: Thursday, October 16, 2008 8:00am - 4:00pm

Upcoming Community Events

Event details: Annual 5K Run/Walk
Date: 10/11/08
Venue: Broward County
Start Time: 07:30AM
Description: AVDA, Inc. (Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, inc.) Annual 5K Run/Walk - Saturday October 11, 2008 at 7:30 am Anchor Park, Delray Beach. Lots of prizes and fun for the entire family. Call for details on how to enter.

Location: Anchor Park
Address: A1A - Delray Beach
For More Information Please Call: 561-265-3797 x 102
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Event details: 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat
Date: 10/31/08
Venue: Broward County
Start Time: 6:30PM
End time: 8:30PM
Description: Free admission to the community! Bring your family and enjoy a SAFE and FUN night celebrating Halloween. Games-Candy-Trick or Treating-Ghost Stories All ages welcome and FREE admission to the community.

Location: Greater Hollywood YMCA Family Center

Food for low income families

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

This program helps put healthy food on the table for 28 million people each month.

As of Oct. 1, 2008, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the new
name for the federal Food Stamp Program.

The new name reflects our focus on nutrition and putting healthy food within reach for low income households. Changes have been made to make the Program more accessible.
Although SNAP will be the national name, your State may use a different name.
SNAP helps low-income people and families buy the food they need for good health. You apply for benefits by completing a State application form. Benefits are provided on an electronic card that is used like an ATM card and accepted at most grocery stores.
Through nutrition education partners, SNAP helps clients learn to make healthy eating and active lifestyle choices.

Florida Hotline number 1-866 762-2237 or go to www.dcf.state.fl.us/ess/foodstamps.shtml