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4 Currents January 2018 > continued from page 3 Same location for 19 years • “S. FL’s finest & friendliest PGA/LPGA Instruction right in your back yard”. prior storm events, will be replaced with a more ele- vated and wider pier. The new Pier’s design will pro- vide better storm resistance, meet rising water levels and provide a better fishing, viewing and recreational opportunities for both residents and visitors alike. The City encourages all residents to take the time to learn more about the General Obligation Bond Referendum which we refer to as “G.O Pompano!” Check out all of the projects these bond initiatives will fund in your neighborhood and elsewhere in the City at www.pompanobeachfl.gov. The information provided on the website will assist you in making an informed decision on the issues when you get out and vote on March 13th and voice your choice. Sample ballot questions ballot question 1: Public safety projects Total Public Safety Projects - $44,640,500. To acquire, construct, equip, renovate, replace and improve police, fire, emergency manage- ment and lifeguard facilities for bonds not exceeding $46,000,000. Beach Lifeguard Headquarters Renovation - Enhance public safety on the beach by replacing 4 older, outdated lifeguard towers and modernizing the existing Ocean Rescue Building. $1,430,000. Fire/Emergency Ops Center - Construct a new Fire Rescue and Logistics Complex to include an Administrative Center, Emergency Operations Center, and a Fire and EMS distribution center with storage space for emergency apparatus, along with land acquisition for a public park- ing garage to be located in the Downtown Pompano Transit Ori- ented Corridor (DPTOC). $18,810,000 Fire Station #52 - Replace the continued on page 5 >