Wilton

Vote Now for the Deck the Drive Holiday Lighting Competition in the City of Wilton Manors

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Thursday, December 10, 2020
Wilton Manors, Florida, Wilton

WILTON MANORS, Fla., Dec. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Everyone is invited to get into the holiday spirit by participating in the Deck the Drive holiday lighting competition.

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  • WILTON MANORS, Fla., Dec. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Everyone is invited to get into the holiday spirit by participating in the Deck the Drive holiday lighting competition.
  • "Deck the Drive is being spearheaded by the Wilton Manors Improvement District and it's all about supporting our local businesses this holiday season," said Mayor Scott Newton.
  • The contest is supported by the Wilton Drive Improvement District and the City of Wilton Manors.
  • The Wilton Drive Improvement District is a special dependent district, created by the Wilton Manors City Commission in 2014 by Ordinance 2014-011.The mission of the Wilton Manors Improvement District (WDID) Board is to create a safer, more economically viable, more attractive Wilton Drive.More information about the WDID can be found at wiltondrive.org.

Wilton Manors Commissioner Gary Resnick Appointed to Florida League of Cities' Executive Committee

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Tuesday, September 29, 2020
Wilton Manors, Florida, Wilton, Commissioner

WILTON MANORS, Fla., Sept. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida League of Cities' new President, Orlando Commissioner Tony Ortiz, appointed Commissioner Gary Resnick to serve on the Florida League of Cities' Executive Committee.

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  • WILTON MANORS, Fla., Sept. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida League of Cities' new President, Orlando Commissioner Tony Ortiz, appointed Commissioner Gary Resnick to serve on the Florida League of Cities' Executive Committee.
  • As an executive committee member, Commissioner Resnick will help guide the League to continued success in all activities and programs.
  • Commissioner Resnick has served on theWilton Manors City Commission since 1998, including 10 years as Mayor (2008-2018), and has served on the Board of Directors and Legislative Advocacy Committee of the Florida League of Cities since 2003.
  • To learn more about the live, work and play opportunities in Wilton Manors call (954) 390-2100 or visit www.wiltonmanors.com.

UL Fire Safety Testing Confirms Cadenza Innovation’s Battery Design Prevents Thermal Propagation in Grid Energy Storage Applications

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Wednesday, August 5, 2020
Physical sciences, Chemistry, Natural sciences, Fire prevention, Chemical reaction engineering, Electronic engineering, Hazards, Thermal runaway, Supercell, Fire safety, Helium

Specifically, UL9540A evaluates the fire safety hazards associated with propagating thermal runaway and the amount of flammable gases created during such thermal runaway.

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  • Specifically, UL9540A evaluates the fire safety hazards associated with propagating thermal runaway and the amount of flammable gases created during such thermal runaway.
  • The Cadenza supercell, when subjected to the UL9540A test, does not exhibit cell to cell fire propagation seen in other systems.
  • In addition, the volume of flammable gases is significantly reduced when compared to other battery systems in the industry.
  • Notably, the supercells unique design helps reduce the balance of system costs which, in turn, paves the way for more cost-effective energy storage installations.

Wilton Manors and Oakland Park, Fla., Take Steps To Eliminate Toxic Pesticide Use

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020
Geography of California, Geography of the United States, Wilton Manors, Florida, Cities in the United States, Pesticide, Wilton, Oakland Park, Florida, Oakland, California

WILTON MANORS, Fla.and OAKLAND PARK, Fla., June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Cities of Wilton Manors and Oakland Park have joined efforts to explore ways to reduce and eliminate the use of toxic pesticides on public lands and parks.

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  • WILTON MANORS, Fla.and OAKLAND PARK, Fla., June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Cities of Wilton Manors and Oakland Park have joined efforts to explore ways to reduce and eliminate the use of toxic pesticides on public lands and parks.
  • "We are excited to work with Oakland Park and Wilton Manors on this important effort."
  • The Club adopted a resolution in May, 2019 to work with local communities to eliminate the use of the toxic pesticides.
  • "The City of Wilton Manors has implemented several programs to improve environmental resiliency and energy in recent years," said Wilton Manors Vice Mayor Tom Green.

Cadenza Innovation Founder Explores Battery Technology’s Critical Role in the Clean Energy Transition

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Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Energy, Electric vehicle, Sustainable transport, Energy storage, Grid energy storage, Rechargeable batteries, Electrical engineering, Articles, Lithium-ion batteries, Electric vehicle battery

The events showcased the renowned battery expert discussing Li-ions instrumental role in driving the clean energy transformation in the fight against climate change.

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  • The events showcased the renowned battery expert discussing Li-ions instrumental role in driving the clean energy transformation in the fight against climate change.
  • S&P Global Platts LIVE Podcast: Battery Technology to Play an Important Part of Broader Energy Transition
    Summary: Battery technology for electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage is integral to the broader energy transition.
  • Cadenza Innovation licenses a patented and UL-certified Li-ion battery technology platform to global manufacturers targeting the EV, utility/grid storage and industrial markets.
  • Cadenza Innovation is backed by funding from the U.S. Department of Energy, the states of New York, Connecticut and Massachusetts, Golden Seeds and private investors.

Wilton Manors Commissioner Gary Resnick Receives 2020 Home Rule Hero Award

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Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Geography of Florida, Wilton Manors, Florida, Wilton, Tallahassee, Florida, Florida, Resnick

WILTON MANORS, Fla., April 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Florida League of Cities has once again recognized Commissioner Gary Resnick with the Home Rule Hero Award for his extraordinary advocacy during the 2020 legislative session.

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  • WILTON MANORS, Fla., April 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Florida League of Cities has once again recognized Commissioner Gary Resnick with the Home Rule Hero Award for his extraordinary advocacy during the 2020 legislative session.
  • Commissioner Resnick also received the award in 2019 as well as 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012 while serving as Mayor of Wilton Manors.
  • The Home Rule Hero Award is given annually to local government officials, both elected and nonelected, who consistently advocate for the Home Rule powers of Florida's municipalities in Tallahassee.
  • To learn more about the live, work and play opportunities in Wilton Manors call (954) 390-2100 or visit www.wiltonmanors.com.

We Are Wilton: An Online Fundraiser in Support of Employees of Wilton Manors Businesses

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Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Wilton Manors, Florida, Wilton, WMEG, Virginia, Cities in the United States, Geography of the United States

WILTON MANORS, Fla., April 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The website WeAreWilton.Love is up and running for those of us who can donate funds to aid in the support of unemployed or furloughed employees of Wilton Manors businesses.

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  • WILTON MANORS, Fla., April 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The website WeAreWilton.Love is up and running for those of us who can donate funds to aid in the support of unemployed or furloughed employees of Wilton Manors businesses.
  • WMEG in association with the Wilton Manors Business Association (WMBA) will be running the fundraiser for as long as it's needed.
  • About WMEG:Established on January 1, 2015, as 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, WMEG is a partnership between the City of Wilton Manors and Wilton Manors Development Alliance.
  • About WMBA: WMBA is comprised of a volunteer Board of Directors and paid members from businesses in and around Wilton Manors.

Davos News: Cadenza Innovation Founder to Participate in the World Economic Forum’s 50th Anniversary “Golden Jubilee”

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Wednesday, January 8, 2020
Articles, Energy economics, Davos, World Economic Forum, Sustainable energy, Innovation, Christina Lampe-Önnerud

Set for January 21-24, the invite-only meeting will gather the worlds most influential government officials, business executives, policymakers and other thought leaders.

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  • Set for January 21-24, the invite-only meeting will gather the worlds most influential government officials, business executives, policymakers and other thought leaders.
  • Recognized as the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation, the World Economic Forum (WEF) is committed to bringing together people from all backgrounds who have the passion and drive to influence positive change around the world.
  • Dr. Lampe-Onnerud the only two-time Technology Pioneer and chair of the Forums Global Future Council on Energy Technologies will moderate Energy 2030: Accelerating Clean Energy and Innovation.
  • Cadenza Innovation is backed by funding from the U.S. Department of Energy, the states of New York, Connecticut and Massachusetts, Golden Seeds and private investors.

The City of Wilton Manors Receives a Perfect Score from the Human Rights Campaign for the Sixth Consecutive Year

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Tuesday, November 19, 2019
Wilton Manors, Florida, Human Rights Campaign, Wilton, Connecticut, Wilton, United States, Virginia

WILTON MANORS, Fla., Nov. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- For the sixth consecutive year, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) has awarded the City of Wilton Manors with a perfect score of 100 in the HRC's Municipal Equality Index (MEI) out of 49 different criteria.

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  • WILTON MANORS, Fla., Nov. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- For the sixth consecutive year, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) has awarded the City of Wilton Manors with a perfect score of 100 in the HRC's Municipal Equality Index (MEI) out of 49 different criteria.
  • "For our sixth consecutive year, the City of Wilton Manors has scored a perfect 100, and you can see that perfect score reflected in the everyday lives of the people who live here, work here, and choose to visit our city," said Mayor Justin Flippen.
  • The perfect 2019 MEI score for Wilton Manors is part of the city's continuing support of LGBT+ rights in the local community and across the country.
  • To learn more about the live, work and play opportunities in Wilton Manors call (954) 390-2100 or visit www.wiltonmanors.com.

Master Your Decorating Skills with New Tasty by Wilton Kits

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Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Food and drink, Foods, Articles, Cakes, Cookies, Cookie decorating, Cake decorating, Tasty, Decoration, Wilton

NAPERVILLE, Ill., Oct. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Wilton and Tasty today released its first assortment of kits to help consumers learn fun, new, creative skills in cookie decorating, cake decorating, candy making and more.

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  • NAPERVILLE, Ill., Oct. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Wilton and Tasty today released its first assortment of kits to help consumers learn fun, new, creative skills in cookie decorating, cake decorating, candy making and more.
  • The Tasty by Wilton product line introduces consumers to a variety of decorating projects that are as achievable as they are impressive.
  • "Both Tasty and Wilton have a passion for making things accessible, easy, and fun," said Richard Flores, CMO at Wilton.
  • Together with Wilton, Tasty is encouraging a new generation of bakers who are already experimenting with cookery to branch out into decorating.