Coral Springs Commission invites resident feedback as city prepares for a busy October filled with community events
Coral Springs, Florida – Coral Springs residents will have plenty of opportunities to get involved in their community this October, as city leaders seek public feedback while preparing for a month filled with meetings, elections, business programs, health events and fall celebrations.
The Coral Springs City Commission is encouraging residents to stay connected with local government, beginning with a new Residential Community Survey.
The city launched the survey in partnership with ETC Institute, an independent research firm. Residents will be randomly selected to participate, either by receiving a survey in the mail or being contacted by phone.
City officials are asking those selected to take a few minutes to respond. The goal is to gather feedback about city operations and other community matters while giving residents another way to make their opinions known.
Results from the survey are expected to be released in early 2027.
The outreach effort comes as the city moves into a new fiscal year. Commissioners formally adopted the Fiscal Year 2027 budget during the second Budget Hearing on Sept. 23. City leaders said the budget process required extensive planning as officials worked to balance fiscal responsibility with the services and programs needed to operate the city.
October also brings an important election deadline.
The 2026 general election is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 3. Coral Springs voters will have several municipal races on the ballot, including elections for Mayor Seat 1 and Commission Seats 2, 3 and 4.
Residents who still need to register to vote have until Oct. 5. Early voting in Broward County will run from Oct. 19 through Nov. 1, giving voters two weeks to cast ballots before Election Day.
Away from elections and city finances, Coral Springs is starting October with a strong focus on local businesses.
The city’s first Business Summit will take place Thursday, Oct. 1, beginning at 5 p.m. at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Drive.
The event is aimed at aspiring entrepreneurs and existing local business owners. A panel of business leaders will discuss their experiences, including the challenges they have faced and lessons they have learned while building their businesses. The summit is designed to provide practical information for people interested in starting or growing a business.
Just two days later, attention will shift to one of the city’s major fall celebrations.
Oktoberfest returns Saturday, Oct. 3, from 4 to 10 p.m. on the City Hall Lawn at 9500 W. Sample Road.
The celebration will bring German and Bavarian traditions to Coral Springs with food, beverages, entertainment and activities. The event will include German fare, Bavarian beer and wine, a children’s carnival area and local vendors.
Several contests and activities are also planned, including the popular Wiener Dog Dash Race, along with a costume contest, stein musical chairs and stein holding.
Residents interested in local government and taxes will have another opportunity to participate later in the month.
A Property Tax Amendment Public Forum is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 8, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Commission Chambers at City Hall.
The forum is intended to give residents factual information about the proposed property tax amendment and how changes could affect Coral Springs. Residents will be able to attend, learn more about the issue and ask questions.
Health and wellness will become another focus the following week.
The Senior Health Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 9:30 a.m. until noon at the Coral Springs Gymnasium, 2501 Coral Springs Drive.
Admission is free. Seniors will have access to health screenings and wellness information, while healthcare vendors will be available during the event. Refreshments will also be provided. Family members, residents and business owners who provide services for seniors are also welcome.
A few days later, the same gymnasium will look very different.
Thrills & Chills takes over the Coral Springs Gymnasium on Saturday, Oct. 17, transforming the facility into a Halloween-themed setting for children and families.
Two sessions are planned, one from noon to 2 p.m. and another from 3 to 5 p.m.
Activities will include games, crafts, DJ music and a glow-in-the-dark disco dance room. A sensory-friendly area will also be available, and children will receive candy bags as they leave.
Tickets cost $5 when purchased in advance and $8 on the day of the event if space remains. Attendance is limited, and tickets cannot be transferred between sessions.
Cancer awareness will also receive attention during October.
The Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department will hold its annual Cancer Awareness Pasta Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Fire Station 80, located at 2825 Coral Springs Drive.
For an $8 donation, attendees will receive pasta and meatballs, bread and a beverage. Proceeds will support the Coral Springs Professional Firefighters Benevolent Association and other local charities.
The event comes during a month dedicated to raising awareness about cancer and recognizing advances in research, prevention and treatment, while remembering people whose lives have been affected by the disease.
Those events are only part of the city’s October calendar.
Other activities include Sandy Ridge Sanctuary tours, Open Play Chess and a Permitting and Building Safety Workshop. The variety gives residents options ranging from recreation and environmental education to learning more about city services.
Residents will also have two opportunities during October to follow the work of their elected city leaders in person.
Regular City Commission meetings are scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 7, and Wednesday, Oct. 21. Both meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.
The meetings are open to the public and can also be watched through the city’s broadcast and online services.
The commission is made up of five members elected at large to represent Coral Springs residents. City leaders are encouraging people to remain involved, whether that means attending a meeting, participating in the community survey, asking questions at a public forum or simply following what is happening in local government.
Residents who want to schedule an appointment with a city official can call 954-344-5911.
With a new budget in place and the November election approaching, October is shaping up as a particularly active month in Coral Springs. Between civic participation, business development, health programs and family events, city officials are giving residents numerous ways to participate in community life.
And with the new Residential Community Survey underway, they are also asking residents to tell them directly what they think about the city they call home.
The official city calendar confirms the Oct. 1 Business Summit, Oct. 3 Oktoberfest, Oct. 14 Senior Health Fair, Oct. 17 Thrills & Chills and Oct. 7 and Oct. 21 Commission meetings.
