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What’s On My Mind: Mayor Marcie Tinsley
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Calendar of Events: Pull Out Poster!
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Hurricane Preparedness: Are You Ready?
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ON THE COVER: Members of the Burns Road Recreation Center aquatic staff, (l to r) Brandon, Juan, Haley and Daniel. Photo by Steven Martine Photography
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What’s On My Mind M ayo r M a rc i e T i n s l e y
Marcie Tinsley, Mayor of Palm Beach Gardens
“United We Stand, Divided We Fall” – a powerful phrase used by many, though likely coined by Aesop, an ancient Greek storyteller, has new meaning for me. The phrase appears in the Bible and in speeches by Abraham Lincoln. I have thought about this quote, from time to time, on the dais as councilmember and now, sitting as Mayor of our beautiful City.
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hen I was young, I filled out school forms that required designation of my race, religion and sex. As an adult, I find myself still checking similar boxes on various applications. Why do we do this? Why do we consistently put ourselves in separate categories? IRS forms, employment forms, government forms, day care and school applications. In light of the tragedy in Orlando on June 12th, we should stand united as one race: HUMAN. While we can still celebrate our individual uniqueness and cultural backgrounds, there is so much more that binds us together as Americans and human beings. Why not find common ground and band together to pursue common goals and ideals? Businesses, educational institutions and professional groups routinely form unions, coalitions and alliances among diverse stakeholders to achieve their agendas. Why not in society and for humanity?
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United we stand to plan the growth of our City; United we bond to create a sense of community; United we work together to establish effective policy. Our City is United. Palm Beach Gardens promotes public safety as a top priority. Currently, we have a keen eye on summer activities. Our council collaborates with our residents, businesses and schools to maintain the safety of all those who live and work here. Our Public Works department keeps our streets clear, safe from debris and storm events. Our Fire and Police Departments work together to save lives and protect the residents and visitors in our community. We work as one, United. In my tenure on the council, I am proud to have witnessed each City department, no matter the issue, join as a team to get the job done. There is no divisiveness. There is only collaboration, compromise and unity. Palm Beach Gardens has grown exponentially over the last decade. Members
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of the Council make decisions based on the facts and what is in the overall best interest of the community, our students, and residents. We will continue to strive toward this common goal and others in an unbiased, non-judgmental manner.
United we stand to plan the growth of our City; United we bond to create a sense of community; United we work together to establish effective policy. Our City is United. We will continue to stand united with our residents of all ages and backgrounds and with our businesses. We will stand for justice and harmony. Hopefully, we can set an example for our future leaders throughout, and eradicate discrimination forever.
CITY BRIEFS
Did you know….
Municode makes the laws of our City easy for the public to access. You can review the City Charter and General Ordinances by visiting the City’s website. Link directly to ordinances such as:
Eric Jablin
• Property Maintenance Standards
Vice Mayor
• Traffic and Vehicles
ejablin@pbgfl.com
• Code Enforcement
561-799-4102
• Use of City Parks • Hurricane Shutters • Elections • Fire Prevention and Protection
And so much more … visit pbgfl.com and access: Government > Code of Ordinances
HOUSING REHAB GRANT David Levy Councilmember dlevy@pbgfl.com 561-799-4105
Federal funding still available for exterior life safety repairs or replacement of exterior elements (such as roofs, windows and doors) for owner-occupied detached single family residences in the City of Palm Beach Gardens. Eligible applicants must meet US HUD’s low-to-moderate income criteria. Please see the City’s website for details: www.pbgfl.com/ CommunityDevelopmentBlockGrant
HURRICANE TIPS YOU NEED RIGHT NOW! by Scott Danielski, Building Official Robert Premuroso Councilmember rpremuroso@pbgfl.com 561-799-4104
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center has teamed up with Palm Beach Gardens Fire Rescue to provide free monthly CPR classes for the community. Classes will be held at Fire Station 1. Local EMS will give a hands-only, adult CPR demonstration and go over Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use. Participants will have the opportunity to practice their new skills using CPR manikins. Registration is required, so please call (561) 625-5070 or sign up online at www.pbgmc.com/classes-events.
• Gather insurance paperwork & store in a waterproof pouch.
• Secure your home by means of hurricane shutters. Bring in or secure all items from the yard to prevent damage to them or potential injury to others. • Have an evacuation plan. • Verify your home is not in a flood area. • Have food and water for 3-5 days – a gallon per person, per day is the general rule. Maria Marino
• Assure generator is in working operational condition, assure you have fuel and it is properly stored.
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• Plan to live without power for multiple days.
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Effective bystander CPR provided immediately after sudden cardiac arrest can double or triple a victim’s chance of survival.
• Cut trees prior to hurricane season, DO NOT trim as a storm is threatening; this creates potential issues when yard debris cannot be collected in time and can hinder proper drainage. • Do not wait until a storm is on the way to go to Home Depot; prepare EARLY. Most of the things you need in case of a storm do not expire or have a lengthy shelf life.
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FREE CPR CLASS FOR THE COMMUNITY
• Don’t forget to plan for your pet! Have extra food on hand and a sheltering plan in case you must evacuate.
Word on the street …
A new lighted pedestrian crosswalk has been installed on Burns Road upgrading the safety of the existing crosswalk from Burns Road Recreation Center to the municipal complex at City Hall. The lighted crosswalk is designed to alert drivers to the presence of pedestrians through the use of yellow, flashing lights installed in the pavement.
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L I F E H S AV E R S B y C a n d i c e Te m p l e / P h o t o s b y S t e v e n M a r t i n e
“It could happen 15 years into your career or your first day on the job.”
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hat’s how Juan Nunez sums up the odds when it comes to his recent rescue experience while on duty at the Burns Road Aquatic Center. As fate would have it, it only took him four years on the job to experience the fateful day that is the center of every lifeguard’s training and preparation. His shift on May 31, 2016, started on a hot & humid day, just before the pool’s official start of summer season. The aquatic center was not nearly full since the wade pool was open for limited hours that day. Swimmers were enjoying the lap pool and children of all ages played in the activity center of the wade pool with its plethora of slides, buckets, and spraying water. Juan followed his usual check-in routine. He put on sunscreen and made sure he had everything needed to protect himself against the brutal sun. He took time to sit quietly in the first aid room to mentally prepare himself for work. Along with the rest of the team, he checked the chemical readings on the pools to make sure they were pH balanced for safety. They checked the oxygen tank, as is done daily, to make sure there was oxygen available. As he took his place in his assigned stand, Juan scanned the activity area constantly, monitoring the children at play. At one point, he got down from the stand and began roving the deck. Lifeguards commonly do this to change their perspective and help them stay alert while on duty. “He’s very proactive, which is exemplary”, says Recreation Supervisor Mary Mitchell who oversees the aquatics staff. “That’s what they all should be doing. They should be scanning; it makes them more alert.” It was during his roving that he noticed a shadow in the wade pool next to a waterfall. As Juan looked closer, he realized that it was really tiny. He quickly assessed that something was wrong and ran over to the shadow. 6
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Once there, he saw the toddler floating on his back with his head back below the water. He immediately kneeled down to scoop the small child up and found him to be pale and lifeless. The toddler’s eyes were rolled back – an image Juan says will stay with him for a long time – and his body was limp. That’s when the adrenaline kicked in and he blew his whistle three times to alert the other lifeguards on his team that there was an emergency. He then pointed to the nearest adult and told them to call 911. Following his training to determine there was neither a pulse nor breathing, Juan says he bolted as fast as he could to get the child to the dry pool deck where he began CPR. There he started a cycle of CPR, which consists of thirty compressions and two breaths. Because his patient was so small, he used two fingers to give the chest compressions. He would later learn that the male toddler was just 20 months old. By the time he’d given the next round of compressions, his team was back with the crash cart. Before Juan and the team could retrieve the AED, the young boy began coughing violently. The first sign of life he’d shown since being retrieved from the pool minutes earlier. “Luckily I had a very well-trained responsive team. The other lifeguards knew exactly what to do. One of them went to the first aid room and got the crash cart. And the other one assisted with crowd control and opened the gate to let emergency personnel in. Brandon and Haley were providing the perfect support.” Supervisor Mary Mitchell arrived at the scene around this time and assisted the team with moving their patient into the shade nearby. “When I saw him” said Mitchell, “his skin level was very pale and he still had bluish lips.
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He cried when we moved him and that was a good sign because we knew he was breathing.” Shortly thereafter, Police and Fire Rescue personnel arrived and transported the toddler to a local hospital for further care. Today the child has fully recovered from his near drowning and exhibits no lasting signs of trauma. “I just acted on impulse. It was just automatic; I didn’t even think about it.” Juan recalls of the experience. “Afterward, I was just overwhelmed with emotions I couldn’t even identify. I’ve had plenty of rescues before, but they were first aid injuries or kids having trouble in the water.” An astute 23-year old senior at the University of Florida, Juan is in his fourth summer as a lifeguard for the Palm Beach Gardens aquatics complex. Prior to that, he cut his teeth working for Rapids Water Park in Riviera Beach. He remembers the excitement he felt when first becoming a lifeguard. Initially, it was really about being a “water person” and using that interest to make a little money. The reality of what the job entails is drastically different from what he thought being a lifeguard is all about. For one thing, Juan says he didn’t realize it was a continuous learning process requiring staff to be updated as techniques and Red Cross standards change. He feels the training he’s had since age 15 and all of the in-service days to keep his skills fresh have prepared him to be able to snap into action. It prepared him to know exactly what to do that day. As he recently reflected in an interview with the Palm Beach Post after receiving a WaterSmart Palm Beach County Hero Award, he has mixed feelings about being called a hero. “I feel honored. I’m kinda divided because part of me is thinking, ‘Wow, this is amazing, I’m a hero.’ The other part of me is like, in the end this is part of my job description. This is what I’m hired to do, this is why I’m here.”
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Juan Nunez, a 4-year lifeguard at the Burns Road Aquatic Center, was recently awarded a Lifesaving Award by Palm Beach Gardens Fire Rescue and the WaterSmart Palm Beach County Hero Award for the rescue he made on May 31, 2016.
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Beat The Heat b y I n t e r i m F i re C h i e f K e i t h B r y e r
The good news is that with some simple precautions, heat related illnesses could be avoided. Any physical activity in hot, humid weather causes your body to quickly lose water and electrolytes (salt, potassium and magnesium) through excessive sweating. If fluids are not adequately replaced, dehydration occurs which makes a person susceptible to a heat illness. So the number one rule to avoid heat related illnesses is to stay hydrated! Drinking one cup of water or sports drink every 15-20 minutes is a good rule of thumb to ensure that you stay adequately hydrated. Make sure that you take frequent breaks in shady areas. Wearing loose fitting, lightweight and light colored clothing, a hat and sun screen also help to keep the body cool and protected.
of the muscles in the body are susceptible to cramping, muscles in the legs, back and stomach are most commonly affected. First aid for heat cramps includes moving
Who’s at Risk?
SENIORS
Muscle (heat) cramps are usually the first sign of a heat related illness. Although, any
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the person to a cool shaded area or inside an air-conditioned place. Have the person replace fluids and stretch or massage cramping muscles. If cramping persists, it may be
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outh Florida’s great weather is the reason many of us enjoy living here. Now that summer is here, many people will be exposed to the hot Florida sun while working or playing outdoors. This summer, make sure you and your family are protected from heat related illnesses. The term heat illness refers to illnesses that occur from prolonged exposure to hot, humid weather and include: heat cramps, heat exhaustion and life threatening heat stroke.
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CHILDREN
HYDRATE
WEAR LIGHT PROTECTION
ATHLETES
OUTDOOR WORKERS
AVOID ALCOHOL AND CAFFEINE
TAKE COOL SHOWERS
AVOID HOT VEHICLES
LIMIT OUTDOOR TIME
Heat exhaustion is often, but not always, preceded by muscle cramping. Heat exhaustion is characterized by: heavy sweating, headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea and/or vomiting, exhaustion and fainting. First aid for people who exhibit signs of heat exhaustion is similar for those with heat cramps. Move the person to a cool shady area or inside an air-conditioned place. Remove any unnecessary clothing and loosen tight fitting clothing. If the person is fully awake, encourage them to sip a half a glass of cool water every 15 minutes. If the person is not alert, refuses water, vomits or looses consciousness, call 911 immediately. Because people with heat exhaustion are at risk for heat stroke, they should be monitored carefully. Heat stroke is a true medical emergency that can result in death or permanent disability. Heat stroke affects the body’s ability to regulate temperature. Body temperatures can exceed 106 degrees Fahrenheit and result in permanent brain damage. Suspect heat stroke for people with red, hot, dry or moist skin, headache, confusion, unconsciousness or seizures and call 911 immediately and begin rapid cooling. Place the person in a cool shaded area or inside an air-conditioned place. Remove any unnecessary clothing. Immerse the person in a cool bath or shower or wet the person’s skin with a garden hose, sponge or towel while fanning air over them. Place a cool wet towel over the person’s head, and apply ice packs to the armpits, back and sides of the neck. If fully awake and alert, have them sip a half glass of cool water every 15 minutes until emergency care arrives.
Generator Safety
a sign of a more serious heat related illness called heat exhaustion and the person should seek medical attention right away.
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his hurricane season many people will use portable generators to provide power to their home in the event of a power outage. However, if not used in accordance with the manufactures recommendations, portable generators can cause serious injury and even death. The most common dangers associated with portable generators are carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, electrical shock or electrocution, and fire hazards. To help protect you and your family follow these few simple safety recommendations.
• Generators should be operated in well ventilated locations outdoors away from all doors, windows and vent openings. • Never use a generator in an attached garage, even with the garage door open. • Place generators so that exhaust fumes can’t enter the home through windows, doors or other openings in the building. • Make sure to install carbon monoxide (CO) alarms in your home. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for correct placement and mounting height. • Turn off generators and let them cool down before refueling. Never refuel a generator while it is running. • Store fuel for the generator in a container that is intended for the purpose and is correctly labeled as such. Store the containers outside of living areas.
Prevention is key when it comes to heat related illnesses. Following just a few simple rules can protect you and your family & help you beat the heat.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS August 6: Adult Singles Tennis Tournament
JULY 25-27
AUGUST 6
Sandhill Crane Golf Club Course Closed for Maintenance
JULY 31 Gardens Splash & Dash Youth Aquathon 8AM @ Burns Road Recreation Complex Summer Gardens GreenMarket at STORE 9AM-1PM @ STORE Self Storage
AUGUST AUGUST 4 City Council Meeting 7PM at City Hall Public Meeting
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JULY
Cal Ripken 10U World Series Baseball Tournament Gardens Park Baseball Fields
JULY 1-JULY 31 July is Parks & Recreation Month-Super Heroes City Wide August 22: Youth Dance Open House & Registration
JULY 10 Summer Gardens GreenMarket at STORE 9AM-1PM @ STORE Self Storage
JULY 12 Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board 6PM at City Hall Public Meeting
JULY 16-AUGUST 6, 2016 (Saturdays) Adaptive Aquatic swim lessons Aquatic Center 8:30-9:00am
JULY 17 Summer Gardens GreenMarket at STORE 9AM-1PM @ STORE Self Storage
JULY 24 Summer Gardens GreenMarket at STORE 9AM-1PM @ STORE Self Storage
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Adult Singles Tennis Tournament 11:30-4:00PM Tennis Center
AUGUST 7 Summer Gardens GreenMarket at STORE 9AM-1PM @ STORE Self Storage
AUGUST 9 Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board 6PM at City Hall Public Meeting
AUGUST 13-15 USTA Junior Tournament Level 6 8:30AM-7:00PM Tennis Center
AUGUST 14 Summer Gardens GreenMarket at STORE 9AM-1PM @ STORE Self Storage
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Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearing 2PM-5PM at City Hall Public Meeting
AUGUST 28 Summer Gardens GreenMarket at STORE 9AM-1PM @ STORE Self Storage
AUGUST 29-OCT 6 GardensArt Exhibit “In Plein Sight” Oil Paintings by Janet Onofrey City Hall Lobby
SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 3 Adult Mixed Doubles Tennis Social 11:30-4:00PM at Tennis Center
SEPTEMBER 4 Summer Gardens GreenMarket at STORE 9AM-1PM @ STORE Self Storage
SEPTEMBER 8 City Council Meeting 7PM at City Hall Public Meeting-Budget Hearing
SEPTEMBER 10-12 USTA Junior Tournament Level 6 8:30-7:00PM at Tennis Center
SEPTEMBER 11 Summer Gardens GreenMarket at STORE 9AM-1PM @ STORE Self Storage
SEPTEMBER 13 Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board 6PM at City Hall
SEPTEMBER 16 Women’s Tennis Team Kick-Off Cup 9:30AM-1:30PM at Tennis Center
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Summer Gardens GreenMarket at STORE 9AM-1PM @ STORE Self Storage
Youth Dance Open House & Registration 5:30-7:30PM at BRRC 4404 Burns Road
August 29-October 6: GardensArt Exhibit “In Plein Sight”
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Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board 6PM at City Hall
Summer Gardens GreenMarket at STORE 9AM-1PM @ STORE Self Storage
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The Gardens GreenMarket 8AM-1PM @ City Hall
City Council Meeting 7PM at City Hall Public Meeting- Budget Hearing
SEPTEMBER 24 Gardens Indoor Yard Sale 7:30-11:30am at BRRC- North Gymnasium
SEPTEMBER 25 Summer Gardens GreenMarket at STORE 9AM-1PM @ STORE Self Storage
SEPTEMBER 27 Parking Violations Hearing 1:00-1:30PM at City Hall Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearing 2-5PM @ City Hall Public Meeting
OCTOBER OCTOBER 1-3 USTA Junior Tournament Level 6 8:30-7:00PM at Tennis Center
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The Gardens GreenMarket 8AM-1PM @ City Hall
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OCTOBER 25 Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearing 2PM at City Hall Public Meeting
City Council Meeting 7PM at City Hall Public Meeting
OCTOBER 8 Adult Singles Tennis Tournament 11:30-4:00PM @ Tennis Center
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Location: Campus plaza of Nova Southeastern University 11501 N. Military Trail PBG Sculpture by: Kent Ullberg
Every week is Shark Week at Nova Southeastern University
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The 18-foot statue of a giant Mako shark is about as up close and personal as anyone would want to get to this animal! Created by Swedish wildlife sculptor Kent Ullberg, the statue’s unique installation immediately catches your attention with the 3D effect of brick pavers coming unsettled as the sharp bursts through the pavement. Just a tip for all you scavengers out there; you won’t be collecting these shark teeth. They are cast in bronze.
THE POINTE
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he university, with a campus here in Palm Beach Gardens, adopted “Razor the Shark” as its mascot in 2005. It makes sense that for the Art in Public Places feature called The Pointe, the developer would use a shark as inspiration for the art installation. The piece is named for the unique shape of the property, but also appropriately draws attention to the “point” of the shark’s nose. Mako sharks are known for the sharp point to their noses, which they use when careening through the ocean waiting to detect even the slightest whiff of blood or animal odor.
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Hurricane Season is Here Are You Ready?
EMERGENCY SUPPLY CHECKLIST HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS City of Palm Beach Gardens Police Non-Emergency (561) 799-4445 American Red Cross (561) 833-7711 Palm Beach County Emergency Management (561) 712-6400 Florida Power & Light (800) 468-8243
TO DO LIST BEFORE HURRICANE SEASON
Seacoast Utility Authority (561) 627-2900 South Florida Water Management District (Flooding) (800) 544-2323
• Make a family plan. Who does what and where will your family ride out the storm.
State of Florida Emergency Information Line (800)342-3557
• Locate your water meter and electrical shutoff
Palm Beach County Special Needs Shelter Registration (561) 712-6400
• Know the disaster plan of your child’s school or daycare • Trim trees and store loose objects • Install/test your smoke detector • Use a video camera to tape the contents of your home and store videotape with a friend who lives out of town • Photocopy important papers and store safely • Make plans to board your pet if you plan to go to a shelter • Obtain cash or travelers checks • Establish an out-of-state contact to call in case of emergency
NOTE: These shelters may not be open during a hurricane. Please stay tuned to local broadcast media prior to a storm to get information on which of these shelters are open. • Independence Middle School 4001 Greenway Drive Jupiter, 33458
HEALTH & FIRST AID
• Palm Beach Gardens High School 4245 Holly Drive Palm Beach Gardens, 33410 • Dr. Mary M. Bethune Elementary School 1501 Avenue U Riviera Beach, 33404
• Prescription and emergency medication • Extra clothing • Pillows • Blankets • Personal hygiene supplies • Flashlight with extra batteries • Small board games • Books • Specialty snacks and juices for those with dietary restrictions • Basic snacks
• Passports, social security cards, immunization records
• Identification - including license and FP&L or other utility bill
• Bank account numbers
• Insurance papers
• Credit card account numbers and companies
• Other comfort items.
• Inventory of valuable household goods, important telephone numbers • Family records (birth, marriage, death certificates)
• Beach chair or camp chair
No smoking, alcohol, firearms or pets are allowed in shelters. Visit pbgfl.com/stormready for more information.
CUT OUT AND PLACE IN A VISIBLE LOCATION
• Baby food and formula • Diapers
� Battery operated radio � Flashlights � Flashlight batteries � Assorted safety pins � Scissors � Screwdrivers � Pliers � Vise grips � Hammer(s) � Heavy-work gloves � Stove fuel/charcoal, lighter fluid � Camping or utility knife � 1 Box disposable dust mask � Plastic safety goggles
� 2 Boxes of large plastic zip bags � Plastic wrap � 2 Rolls of aluminum foil � Assorted plastic containers with lids � 3 Boxes heavy-duty garbage bags � Waterproof portable plastic container with lid
NORTH AREA SHELTERS
• Will, insurance policies, contracts, deeds, stocks, and bonds
COMMON TOOLS
� 1 Gallon of water per person per day for at least 5 days, for drinking and sanitation � Sandwich bread (freeze until needed) � 3 Boxes of quick energy snacks (i.e. granola bars or raisins) � 2 Cans of ready-to-eatsoup � 1 Box of crackers � Dry cereal � 4 Cans of fruit � 5 Cans of meat � 4 Cans of vegetables � 1 Jar of jelly or jam � 1 Large can of juice � Instant coffee/tea/ powdered drinks
STORAGE
WHAT TO BRING:
KEEP IN A WATERPROOF CONTAINER
FOOD
HEAVY TOOLS � Plywood & fasteners to cover windows � Tarpaulin, canvas for temporary roof repair � Handsaw and/or chain saw & fuel � Assorted nails � Wood screws � Hatchet � Crowbar
SPECIAL ITEMS � Special foods for special diets � Extra hearing aid batteries � Items for denture care � Spare eyeglasses or contact lens supplies � Gallon of water per pet � Leash or pet carrier � Pet food � Baby food � Diapers � Baby wipes
� 1 Bottle of shampoo � 1 Box sanitary hand wipes/liquid � 1 Large tube of toothpaste � Antiseptic � Deodorant � Tweezers � Adhesive bandages, assorted sizes � Rolls of gauze or bandages � Hydrogen peroxide � First Aid book � First Aid tape � Petroleum jelly � Rubbing alcohol
� Batteries for camping lantern � Battery powered camping lantern � Portable camp stove or grill � Video or disposable camera
CLEANING & SUPPLIES
HELPFUL SUPPLIES
� 2 Packages of eating utensils, paper cups, paper plates � Facial tissues (i.e. Kleenex) � 2 Rolls of paper towels � 4 Rolls of toilet paper � Liquid dish soap � Mosquito repellent � Matches � 2 Pairs of latex gloves � Broom, mop, and bucket � Unscented liquid bleach
SMART SUPPLIES
� Games/activities for kids/family � Extra radio batteries � Local and state road maps � Gas cans
EVERYDAY SAFETY SUPPLIES � ABC certified fire extinguisher � Smoke detector with battery � Carbon monoxide detector
MEDICATIONS � Extra supply prescription medication(s) � Aspirin and/or acetaminophen � Anti-diarrhea medicine � Adult vitamins � Thermometer
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The plan to extend Shady Lakes Drive to 117th Court North intersecting the existing tennis center/park entrance and accessing the newly constructed City Park parking lot has been finalized. This road extension is needed for several reasons, primarily revolving around safety. A final engineering plan is available on the City's website and provides for a meandering roadway with plantings, berms and sidewalks that will allow for safe pedestrian travel, as well as provide a much needed
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thoroughfare that will take the pressure off other failing intersections in the City. The connector road will assure better traffic operations for the surrounding areas and improve pedestrian and bicycle access to the adjacent sites. Other improvements will include drainage, landscaping, irrigation, traffic calming, a 6-foot wall on a berm, street lighting and other improvements typical of a modern roadway. The extension will be completed in the winter of 2016.
With Palm Beach County School Board approval, 117th Court North was deeded to the City in June 2016, allowing the City to immediately begin widening the road. 117th Court North Expansion project consists of intersection and roadway improvements necessary to accommodate safe travel of vehicles to schools and parks. School drop-off/pick-up at both Timber Trace Elementary and Duncan Middle School has long been a challenge for parents and buses. A wider road will allow for more vehicle stacking as motorists enter and exit the school. It will also allow traffic to access the Tennis Center and City Park via an extra lane that
will allow it to bypass school traffic. The project takes into account pedestrian safety and safe ingress/egress of vehicles looking to access the schools and parks. Construction and paving on 117th Court North will be completed by August 15, 2016. *For up to date information on City Construction Projects visit www.pbgfl.com/ CurrentCityProjects
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W H AT Y O U N E E D T O K N O W A B O U T T H E C I T Y ’ S
BODY-WORN CAMERA PROGRAM by J a m e s S t o r m e s , A s s i s t a n t C h i e f o f Po l i ce
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arlier this year, the Palm Beach Gardens City Council voted unanimously to fund a BodyWorn Camera program for the Palm Beach Gardens Police Department. With the implementation of this program, every Palm Beach Gardens officer who works
in a capacity which puts them in regular contact with the public MUST wear a bodycam when on duty. The camera will be worn by officers on the uniform in the center of the chest. At the end of each shift, the officer will dock the camera for recharging and will take a second (fully charged) camera home in case of an emergency.
that their professional actions are being documented properly. Review of the video can also be beneficial in identifying areas of performance that may need improvement. ACCOUNTABILITY.
The greatest impact of the BWC program is it will enhance transparency, thus building on the trust between our officers and the community. While the Police Department has always enjoyed an outstanding relationship with our citizens, we recognize that technology has provided us an opportunity to take our relationship with the community to the next level. Below are some of the details of our PACT.
Benefits: PERFORMANCE. Will assist supervisors and Field Training Officers in addressing performance, as well giving the officers peace of mind
Strengthening transparency with members of the community we serve is the top priority of the BWC program. The camera is a valuable tool in documenting critical evidence and improving officer accountability, while enhancing agency transparency. CUSTOMER SERVICE. While the Palm Beach
Gardens Police Department receives very few citizen complaints, we expect the use of cameras to reduce that number even more. Law enforcement agencies across the country who have utilized BWC have reported a decrease in complaints made by citizens on officers. TRAINING.
Real time review of video allows supervisors to reinforce positive actions by our officers and can be beneficial in maintaining a culture of servant leadership amongst our ranks. Review of the video can also be beneficial in identifying areas of performance that may need improvement.
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January
City Council approves funding of Body-Worn Camera Program
February
April-May
Draft Policy and Procedure created for the BWC Program
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Pilot Program Ten uniformed officers from different areas of the Police Department were provided with a BWC and asked to provide important feedback on camera performance & placement.
July
Full implementation The Palm Beach Gardens Police Department anticipates that by the end of July 2016, policies governing the use of BWC will be complete and all patrol officers, detectives and supervisors will be issued their cameras.
Compassionate Friends Memorial Groundbreaking
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Palm Beach North Branding Kickoff Photos by Tracey Benson Photography
Memorial Day Ceremony
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Gardens Cup Golf Tournament
Pickleball Sally
Celebrates
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PALM BEACH GARDENS RESIDENTS Get Ready, Get Set, Get Snapping!
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n recognition of Florida City Government Week, this fall Palm Beach Gardens will hold a Photo Contest. Final details are in the works! Here’s what you need to know: Deadline for submissions: September 6, 2016 REQUIREMENTS:
� Photographers must be City residents or students attending school in the Gardens. (Proof of address/school status required). � Photos must be taken at locations within Palm Beach Gardens city limits. FINALISTS EXHIBITION:
Finalists will be unveiled at a reception & photos will be on display for the public as part of a GardensArt exhibit at City Hall during the month of October.
WINNING PHOTOS will be published in a future issue of Signature City
Magazine. for announcements on the City’s website (pbgfl.com), social media and local news.
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