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Mayor’s Message                                                                           ...continued






        Countdown is an outstanding event for                                contributions of our sponsors. But what truly
        adults featuring live bands, entertainment,                          makes these events so special is the
        DJs and the midnight countdown.                                      tremendous support they receive from all of
                                                                             you – our neighbors.
        This year, Fort Lauderdale will once again
        feature the return of our larger-than-life                           As we move forward, we will continue to
        illuminated anchor! The anchor will descend                          promote high profile special events that
        down from 100 feet in the air above the                              enhance tourism, foster community spirit, and
        main stage as we count down the final                                enrich quality of life, while working together
        seconds of 2017. Standing 20 feet high                               to make Fort Lauderdale the best place to
        and 17 feet wide, the anchor weighs more                             live, work, play, visit and raise a family.
        than 700 pounds and features 12,000
                                                                             For more information about all our events,
        color-changing LED lights which will create a
                                                                             visit www.fortlauderdale.gov. HB
        spectacular visual display as we usher in the
        New Year.                                                            Happy New Year!

        All of these events are made possible                                John P. ‘Jack’ Seiler
        through the hard work of City staff, local                           Mayor
        organizations, and the generous





















































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