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09/19/2026 · St. Pete Beach
The Smallest Possible Start Is Still a Start
When a task feels too big, don’t demand motivation from yourself. Choose the next physical action—the one so small it’s almost impossible to argue with.
The Beautiful Trap in Frost’s “Stopping by Woods”
Robert Frost’s snowy little poem is often treated as a cozy picture of winter. Read closely, and it becomes something sharper: a masterclass in how temptation can sound gentle, reasonable, and almost impossible to resist.
09/19/2026
The Most Generous Thing You Can Give Is Your Attention
Simone Weil did not think attention was a productivity trick or a pathway to personal success. She thought it was a moral act—and that idea becomes startlingly useful the moment someone else is speaking.
09/19/2026
Washington’s Tariff Habit Meets the Household Budget
The administration keeps treating tariffs like a remote-control device for the global economy. Families, manufacturers, and foreign governments will decide whether that theory survives contact with prices.
09/19/2026
The Secret Credit Card, the Ex’s Hoodie, and Other Relationship Fire Alarms
Two readers are trying to keep the peace by avoiding the actual problem. Unfortunately, avoidance is not peace; it’s a roommate with a flamethrower.
09/19/2026
Nathan Fielder Has Built the Funniest Nightmare on Television
“The Rehearsal” is back to doing what it does best: turning ordinary human awkwardness into a full-scale military operation. It is not comforting, wholesome, or remotely normal — which is exactly why it’s essential viewing.
09/19/2026
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Planning & Development's mission is to plan and facilitate quality development and redevelopment, promote neighborhood sustainability, and facilitate the enhancement of the human and natural environment of the City. We are comprised of two divisions: Planning & Zoning and Building. The division is responsible to administer and coordinate City, State, and Regional land-use policies and regulations while providing technical assistance to developers and citizens. Comprehensive Planning Landscaping Administration of City Code The division complies with guidelines established by the Florida Building Commission and the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals. This ensures the safe development of commercial and residential properties. Building Permitting Advisory Boards Planning and Development provides administrative support for the Planning and Zoning Board, the Community Appearance Board, and the Zoning Appeals Special Master. The Planning & Zoning Board is an advisory board to the City Commission by reviewing all matters pertaining to the comprehensive plan, including land use amendments, site plans, plats, vacation and abandonment of public right-of-ways, rezoning, and any code amendments. This board meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7 PM. The Community Appearance Board reviews and decides on the exterior aesthetics or appearance within the City. It is comprised of five (5) regular and five (5) alternate members, Members must either be residents or business owners in the City. In addition, at least one (1) Florida architect, one registered landscape architect, and one sign contractor must be on the board. The remaining members must be either a Florida registered engineer, a Florida licensed general contractor, an urban planner, or have a Fine Arts degree. This board meets on the second and the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM. The Zoning Appeals Special Master hears and decides on zoning variances, conditional uses, and appeals of administrative decisions. The meetings are held on the 4th Thursday of each month at 3:00 pm. The Special Master holds a public hearing on each appeal before making a decision. Any party proceeding before the Special Master may appeal the decision by a writ of certiorari as provided by the Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure. Name Title Ramsay Bulkeley Director Ruthie Jusino Planning Coordinator Daniel Mantell Planning & Zoning Manager Melissa Torres Planner I Soraya Ward Planning Assistant Emily Cortez Planner II
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Procurement and Contract Administration Division | Deerfield Beach, FL - Official Website We are committed to providing a fair, transparent, and competitive process that delivers the best value for the City of Deerfield Beach. We work with a diverse range of businesses—both local and beyond—to strengthen our supply chain, encourage innovation, and responsibly steward public funds. Through integrity, collaboration, and accountability, we support economic growth while serving our residents and community with excellence. Vendor Registration All vendors must register before accessing bid opportunities. During registration, you will create a vendor profile and select commodity codes to receive notifications that match your services. Commodity codes are listed below. Register Here Bid Opportunities Access current and closed solicitations, review awarded contracts, and submit responses through the City’s eProcurement Marketplace, IonWave. Registered vendors can receive bid notifications and track opportunities online. View Marketplace Commodity Codes The City uses the NIGP Commodity Code System to match vendors with bid opportunities and manage purchasing activity. When registering, select all applicable codes for the products and services your business provides. View Commodity (NIGP) Codes Awarded Vendors Awarded vendors will receive an email with access to view purchase orders, check payment status, upload invoices, and manage required documents. This portal will be available only to vendors formally awarded a contract. Coming Soon! Purchasing Ordinance View Article IV – Acquisition of Goods and Services and Disposal of City Property (Section 38-115 through Section 38-155) of the City Code. View Ordinance PO Terms & Conditions Review the City’s standard Purchase Order General Terms and Conditions, which govern the procurement of goods and services. View Terms PDF City Surplus The Purchasing Division assists in the disposition of the City’s surplus property. The City partners with BIDERA, an electronic auction platform that increases public access to surplus items while maximizing return on property declared surplus. View surplus items currently being auctioned by the City and other municipalities nationwide. View Surplus Auctions No Gift Policy City of Deerfield Beach employees are not permitted to accept gifts from vendors. If you customarily send tokens of appreciation, please do not send items to City employees or offices. There are many worthy organizations within our community that would gladly receive such items and ensure they benefit those in need. Your cooperation is appreciated.
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