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Lake Wyman makeover back in Boca’s plans By: Marisa Gottesman Associate Editor Plans to rehab Boca Raton’s Lake Wyman are back on track. Boca Council Members agreed to move forward with a new plan to add a double boat ramp, a kayak launch site, 38 parking spaces and possibly a bridge to 2.4 acres of land. The project would restore a canoe trail system that has been closed for more than decade, renovate boardwalks and upgrade the area of Lake Wyman and James A.
Rutherford parks. “We would like to get this moving,” City Manager Leif Ahnell told council members. That’s because city staff estimate the project wouldn’t be completed until December 2019. The project will require extensive permitting from other government entities like the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers. But it is likely some
of the entities will help fund the cost of the project, according to the city’s coastal program manager Jennifer Bistyga. The Florida Inland Navigation District will likely contribute anywhere from half to 75 percent of the costs associated with the project. Palm Beach County officials indicated they would help fund costs associated with enhancements, but not the funding of
boat docks. To receive funding from FIND, the city would have to permit the district access to Spanish River Park for dredging on the west side of the park. The boat ramps would also have to be open to the public, not just Boca residents if state money is used to fund the project. The new proposal differs from a 2011 plan, which called for day docks and sub[CONT. PG 2]
Boca budget OK’d; Last-minute cash added for Mizner putting green, SRHS band trip By: Dale King Contributing Writer Boca Raton’s general fund budget for fiscal year 20162017 went into effect Oct. 1. The $161 million spending package adopted unanimously by the mayor and City Council following a public hearing Sept. 26 lists $7.6 million in additional expenses compared to the 2015-
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2016 spending plan, but the tax rate drops by an almost infinitesimal amount – from $3.6799 per $1,000 valuation to $3.6789 per $1,000. City Manager Leif Ahnell said homeowners’ tax bills may rise a bit or drop some, depending on how much the value of their home has increased in the past year.
He said that overall, municipal property values have gone up 7.46 percent in the past 12 months. Council members completed the adoption of the new budget during a 90-minute meeting that included a public hearing. Mayor Susan Haynie offered a couple of adjustments to the budget at the 11th [CONT. PG 2]
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Lake Wyman makeover back in Boca’s plans [FROM PG 1] merging of land. Residents voiced concerns over a possible influx of mosquitos that may come with a manatee friendly seagrass habitat and a possible loss of privacy due to the day docks.
City officials say the new proposals eliminate previous concerns that led to the halt of the $3 million restoration project several years ago. The new site is located closer to Publix and CVS shopping plaza, which is further away from residences, and there are no day docks proposed. “We have eliminated what seemed to be the biggest concern of five years ago,” Councilman Scott Singer said. “Let’s move forward.”
At least one resident is happy to see the project come back for consideration. “I am thrilled that you’re taking up the Lake Wyman project,” resident Lenore Wachtel told commissioners at a recent city council meeting. “This is a very, very special asset of the community and of our city It’s a very interesting place to actually walk. I want to preserve and enhance the boardwalks.” Council members agreed that the new proposal provided adequate parking, had less of an impact on mangroves and seagrass and would restore the canoe trails. The plans calls for restrooms, picnic tables and walking paths as well. Another option up for consideration had less parking, more impact on the man-
groves and seagrass, was located closer to
to the project, which is staff estimate will
residences and was more costly.
add at least $1 million to the cost.
City staff estimate the boat ramps alone will
“I am fully on board with this,” Coun-
cost about $1.5 million. Council members
cilman Jeremy Rodgers said. “I like the
said they would like to see a bridge added
overall idea.”
Boca budget OK’d; Last-minute cash added for Mizner putting green, SRHS band trip [FROM PG 1]
hour, neither of which affects the city’s bottom line, said Ahnell.
assistant, maintenance supervisors, two groundskeepers and a park ranger for the Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District; a parking meter maintenance supervisor and parking enforcement officer for the Community Redevelopment Agency; a packer/operator and three refuse collectors for the sanitation fund; two utility program inspectors and a capital improvements project manager for the water and sewer operating fund and an assistant manager for the cemetery/mausoleum fund (position converted from part time.)
Haynie got unanimous approval to allocate up to $10,000 to create a putting green at Mizner Park, likely in the median across from the Cultural Arts Center at the south end of the retail-residential-cultural facility downtown. She also won all colleagues’ approval to add $12,000 to the budget to pay for a parade trip for the band at Spanish River High School. Council members glitched a bit when several parents spoke during the public hearing, objecting to a proposal to increase from $55 to $75 the cost of a non-resident youth athletic fee. Those who spoke said they felt the hike would be detrimental to out-of-town families with several children participating in sports. After a couple of ballots, the council voted, 3-2, to trim the fee hike to $65 per child, with the stipulation that efforts would be made to come up with a discount plan for families with several children participating in athletics. In his budget message, Ahnell said Boca Raton is adding 76 employees to city staff. Several of these are part time positions that are becoming full time. The cost of all new jobs is just over $4 million.
City Manager Leif Ahnell discusses Boca’s budget. Photo courtesy of Dale King
New personnel to be added to the municipal payroll in the fiscal year that began Oct. 1 are four code officers, a zoning officer, six public safety call takers, eight police officers, 16 firefighters, a fire training captain, a fire contract administrator, a streets supervisor, transportation analyst, traffic signal technician, municipal services contract administrator, a digital librarian and four groundskeepers. In addition, the city will tap the general fund for a threeperson pressure washing crew and four groundskeepers for beautification maintenance; a sea turtle rehabilitation
The Information Technology Fund will add four jobs – IT public safety manager, operations manager, telecommunications technician and business analyst for the Recreation Department. Also included in the budget, said the city manager, is $138,200, to cover increased salaries for the mayor and City Council members. The raise was approved by voters who adopted a referendum in the Aug. 30 primary election. The new budget includes a hike in the fire assessment fee, from $85 to $105 for residential service. The jump for non-residential property depends on the size and type of the parcel. Ahnell projects no increases in the sanitation department or for the sewer and water segment of government.
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FAU Simulation Center puts students in real life medical scenarios By: Marisa Gottesman Associate Editor
In this case, the students, who were getting a jumpstart in their future career in the medical realm through the
Patient one complained she couldn’t feel her face and
Healthcare Careers Outreach Program, determined the
said she had no idea how she ended up in the hospital as
patient suffered from a stroke.
she called out frantically for her daughter Lisa.
That wasn’t the only patient the students had to take care
Dressed in matching purple scrubs, a team of Boyn-
of. The simulation center has eight rooms that look and
ton Beach High School sophomores huddled around
operate just like a hospital’s emergency room. The rooms
their patient and wrote her symptoms on a white board,
have gurneys, monitors, IV poles, defibrillators, blood
checked her vitals and discussed what the underlying is-
pressure cuffs and simulated oxygen ports.
sue could be with an FAU medical student.
In one room, director of the center Mark Goldstein yelled
The scenario was one that medical students attending
“code blue!” and summoned students to perform CPR on
Florida Atlantic University have encountered in the
a patient who had just gone into cardiac arrest.
Medical Simulation Center. Now, the medical students are helping high schoolers crack what ailment
The first volunteer to perform CPR on the patient was
the life-like mannequin patients could be suffering
15-year-old student Sarah Van Roekel. She said her heart
from.
began to race the minute she heard Goldstein yelling code blue.
The mannequins lie in hospital beds hooked up to moni-
through various grants. Medical students prepared the entire day, which was spent half in the classroom and half in the patient rooms dealing with a diabetes case, a hypertension/stroke case and cardiac arrest case. “It’s a great opportunity to learn from medical students,” Tyra Shade, 15, said. “We are learning the same thing that they are. We are just younger.” Ovini Rodrigo, a second year FAU medical school student, said working with the high schoolers allows her to practice speaking on a less technical level, similar to how she needs to speak to her patients. As a “student leader” she taught a class to the students on what to do when a patient comes into the hospital. She went over how to take a medical history, what types of questions to ask, what vital signs are and what to check
tors that spew out information just like a hospital. They
“It’s funny how realistic it was,” she said. “I didn’t know
and went over coming up with a possible diagnosis and
blink, breathe and bleed. They have variable blood pres-
we were going to be doing CPR.”
treatment.
The program gives students interested in the medical
She said programs are hosted in the simulation center
field a chance to experience situations they would en-
and at the anatomy lab about 20 times a year.
sure and heart rates that replicate the human response to medical scenarios. They can react to treatment, including drugs and ventilation therapy. If incorrect drugs or dos-
counter. It also aims to break down the barriers the many
ages are administered, the mannequin will respond how
minorities and economically disadvantaged students
a human patient would react.
face in their academic careers. The program is funded
High school students check the pulse of their patient at the FAU Simulation Center. Staff photo.
High school students write down symptoms and their patient’s medical history in a mock patient room at the FAU Simulation Center. Staff photo.
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things you need to know this November in Boca Raton 1 Florida Atlantic University’s Adams Center for Entrepreneurship will conclude its series of courses with “How To Establish Foreign Business,” which runs Nov. 8 to Dec. 6. The class takes place on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 9:20 p.m and provides the ABCs of exporting, international trade, multi-national business and foreign marketing. Cost of each course is $99 for members of the community, and $75 for FAU faculty, staff and alumni. FAU students interested in taking any of the courses for credit can email adamscenter@fau.edu for more information. Members of the community, as well as FAU faculty, staff and alumni can register online at https://fauf.fau.edu/SpecialTopicsSeries. 2 Downtown Boca Raton’s Come Early,
Stay Late campaign was recognized by the International Downtown Association with a Certificate of Merit during the 62nd
Annual Conference and Tradeshow.
3 Have a question about homestead exemption? The Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office will have deputies available at Boca Raton City Hall from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Nov. 3 to answer questions and accept applications. Residents should bring a copy of their deed and proof of residency. 4
The SFRTA board approved spending $1.5 million to begin design for a second Tri-Rail station at Glades Road and Military Trail. The board also discussed a study to expand Tri-Rail shuttle service in the downtown.
5 Max’s Grille is the only original res-
taurant in Mizner Park to celebrate its 25th anniversary this year. The restaurant recently completed a renovation. Ceiling soffits were repaired and repainted, the kitchen floor was replaced, outside patio furniture was replaced and the outside bar top was redone with white granite. A restoration of the bar overhang will look like it did 25 years ago.
BOCA BRIEFS Play with a legend at Boca Raton Resort & Club
6 Boca Raton Bowl is hosting Great Chefs Tailgate Showcase & College Spirit Night on Nov. 17. Local chefs will compete in creating new takes on tailgate foods and drinks. They will be judged by foodie bloggers. All proceeds will benefit Spirit of Giving’s Holiday Gift Drive. The event is from 6 to 8 p.m. at Via Mizner Country Club. Tickets cost $50. 7
The Guardian Behavior Health Foundation’s Annual Mental Health Symposium powered by FPL will take place on Friday, Nov. 4 from 10 a.m.2 p.m. at the Boca Raton Marriott.
8 The Boca Raton Public Library’s launch of 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten kickoff party has been rescheduled to take place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Nov. 10. The program aims to help prepare children for Kindergarten. Each milestone of 100 books read is celebrated by staff and children with a special sticker, and is noted on the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten community board display. Each May, children who have successfully read to the 1,000 book goal are
invited to attend a “graduation” ceremony and party to receive a special certificate.
9 Boca’s Modernizing Medicine has
teamed up with the South Florida Science Center & Aquarium to present “Our Body: The Universe Within” exhibition. Modernizing Medicine is sponsoring the Musculoskeletal Gallery.
10 Boca’s America’s Top Model Contest
is hosting its Paw-litical Party at 2 p.m. on Nov. 5 at Via Amore, 256 Worth Avenue, Palm Beach. Guests will enjoy a pawlitical themed event featuring America’s Top Dog Model 2017 calendar launch, people & pet fashion show, music, and in-paw-guration of Pearl, America’s Top Dog Model 2016 national winner. The contest is a national search for top dogs that make a difference.
For more information, visit www.JimmyConnorsExperience.com.
Boca Raton Garden Club hosts annual Holiday House fundraiser
Boca municipal course may be sold this month
By: Dale King Contributing Writer
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The Boca Raton Garden Club will present its annual Holiday House fundraiser on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov 11-13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day in its clubhouse and gardens at 4281 NW 3rd Ave. in Boca. The Holiday House event is the club’s major fundraiser which supports college scholarships and junior gardening for local students, garden therapy for Alzheimer’s patients at Florida Atlantic University’s Wellness Center and projects for Boy Scouts and Place of Hope at the Haven.
Tennis lovers can spend a weekend learning from legend Jimmy Connors.
Boca Raton will likely take a swing at selling its municipal golf course this month.
The inaugural Jimmy Connors Tennis Fantasy Experience is heading to the resort from Dec. 2-Dec. 4. Spend a three day weekend with Connors both on and off the court. The weekend costs $5,495 per person, the experience includes all meals, in-town transportation and two-night luxury accommodations at the Boca Resort.
The course, which ironically isn’t located within city limits, has attracted interest from about a dozen developers. The city didn’t solicit the proposals, but with the amount of land available for purchase dwindling, golf courses have become a popular target for developers.
The weekend is capped at 30 attendees so you can receive intimate instruction from Connors as well as additional tennis instructors and other celebrity guests. Attendees will have the opportunity to play both with and against Connors as well as attend networking and social events with the eight-time Grand Slam-winning champion. Additionally, the event includes an all-access pass to the resort›s tennis facilities, including 18 clay courts, a limited-edition apparel package and
If the city goes ahead with selling the land, the project will have to be approved by Palm Beach County officials because the land is situated in county limits. All proposals from interested developers were due to the city last month. Council members are slated to make a decision on what project, if any, they are interested in moving forward with on Nov. 22. City staff estimate the approval process could take anywhere from 18-24 months to complete if council members select a project.
Holiday House funds were also used this summer to send Boca students to Camp Wekiva, a nature camp. The club also donated to Boca’s Community Gardens, “Penny Pines,” to restore Florida forests and to “Coral Reef ” restoration in the Keys. Recently honored as “Best Garden Club” in the Deep South Region of National Garden Clubs, which includes six states, the local organization has served the Boca Raton community for more than 60 years. Holiday House Co-Chairs Anne-Lise Gerke and Janine Savitch said visitors can select from plants, handmade items and decorations for Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and Christmas. There will also be seashelldecorated mirrors, wreaths and floral table arrangements for all occasions. New this year is a selection of custom embroidered linens and a choice of holiday china pieces of interest to collectors. Plants grown in the club’s gardens will also be on sale along with gardening tools, accessories and ornamental pieces. The Holiday House event also features the sale of cookies, pies and cakes - all baked by club members. For more information, contact Charlene Smith, publicity chair, at 561-994-5642
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Lightning coupled with rain delays, Hurricane Matthew postponements deluge FAU Owls football with losses and during this season in a game against the Ball State University Cardinals. In the Miami game, the Owls were tied 20-20 with the Hurricanes prior to an hourplus lightning delay and 30,000 fans in attendance, against Rice, FAU led 26-14 in the fourth quarter before a 90-minute delay soaked FAU’s chances and Rice came back to win 27-26. Prior to losing to Charlotte at home, FAU led Ball State University before the first of three lightning delays hit the pause button on the Owls hopes and eventually the Cardinals scored on their final possession to win the game after a lengthy, final weather delay.
By: David DiPino Contributing Writer The Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Owls football team has experienced flight plans deterred by inclement weather over the past two seasons including numerous lightning delays but even when they experienced perfect 85-degree, balmy, breezy weather in Boca Raton against the Charlotte 49ers, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte’s college football team, FAU lost the game by the score of 28-23. In 2015, the Owls beat Charlotte handedly in North Carolina, 17-7. This year, after a week of Hurricane Matthew delays, practices being moved to Tampa and the game being moved from a 3:30 p.m. Saturday start to Sunday at 2 p.m. once again knocked FAU football off track. The loss to Charlotte was the Owls fifth in a row after winning their 2016 opener against the Southern Illinois University Salukis. The combined record of the Owls during the 2015 and current 2016 seasons is four wins and 14 losses. Charlie Partridge, Head Coach since 2014, has a combined record of seven wins and 23 losses. Lightning has struck the FAU football
The first of three delays between the Ball State University of Cardinals and Florida Atlantic University Owls football teams this season was already delayed by lightning before the players even took the field. Three significant weather delays over the past two seasons have cost the Owls three wins and dwindling attendance. Photo by: David DiPino
program, three times in fact over the past full season at FAU Stadium in 2015 with losses against the University of Miami Hurricanes and Rice University Owls,
“The biggest challenge honestly is when you lose practice time. We’re used to heat and we live in heat year round. The biggest thing is when we lose practice time. The last couple of years we’ve lost a significant amount of practice time and so have the other two teams down here in South Florida (FIU, Miami) have to also deal with I’m sure. Hopefully as the weather begins to clear we’ll get all of our practice time,” Coach Partridge said. Owls players didn’t seemed to mind the Charlotte game getting moved to 12 p.m. on a Sunday. The game between Charlotte and FAU also was free admission for fans, but after Hurricane Matthew closures and the game being moved from Saturday to Sunday, just a few took advantage of the free admittance into the game and the attendance was the lowest the Owls have had at FAU Stadium this season. “Practice is hot so we’re used to it. We sometimes get the pleasure of having night games but we’re ready for that (playing at night) just like we’re ready for the hot sun. We go through that every day. It felt good. It was a nice day, 12-oclock. Just come out there and have fun and enjoy the game. Basically it’s going out there and be blessed and enjoy the game. Anytime I’m ready to go,” Buddy Howell Jr said.
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In FAU Football’s midway point of 2016, against the Charlotte 49ers in what looked like early on as a mirror image defensive game reminiscent of last year’s Owls victory, the teams looked evenly matched on the field. Owls running back Buddy Howell Jr. scored on three touchdown runs all of three yards each, including two touchdowns in the second quarter alone and the last to narrow Charlotte’s lead in the fourth quarter. Howell Jr. now has 12 career rushing touchdowns for FAU, and is only the fifth Owls football player since the program’s inception in 2001 to have more than 10 career rushing touchdowns. Other bright points for the Owls included Greg Joseph connecting on his
38th field goal of his FAU career, good for second place all-time for the Owls. The surprise in the game against Charlotte came from Coach Partridge, when in the second quarter he inserted freshman quarterback Daniel Parr for a series rather than starter Jason Driskel, a sophomore and the Owls starter so far all season long. Parr, a freshman at FAU, played at William T. Dwyer High School in Palm Beach Gardens. After leading FAU into Charlotte territory, Parr had found some momentum with the Owls offense going 2-5 passing, with 22 passing yards before leaving the game in just the second quarter after getting injuring his non-throwing hand on his first rushing attempt. Parr did return in the fourth quarter with FAU down by five points and just over seven minutes in the game but he couldn’t get anything going for the Owls and they had to punt the ball away back to the 49ers. “Coach Partridge told me the Friday before the Charlotte game I’d be playing the third series of each half. After being in the game and completing a couple of passes I definitely felt more comfortable. I was up to speed in practice but the game speed was just a little faster (and felt ready for it),” he said. Parr added that when Driskel was put back in for FAU to try and rally the Owls for the last offensive series he wasn’t bothered because he is ready to do whatever needed for his team.
After Hurricane Matthew advisories postponed the Charlotte 49ers vs. Florida Atlantic University Owls football game a day later, few fans showed up to the Sunday game even though the game was made a free admission for the first time this season. The postponement was the Owls third significant weather delay over the past year, all games the Owls lost at FAU Stadium in Boca Raton. David DiPino
The Owls host the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers in a Conference USA Football game at 3:30 p.m., on Saturday, October 29, at FAU Stadium. In November, FAU home games include games at 6p.m. on November 12, against the University of Texas El Paso Miners and on November 19, against the Old Dominion University Monarchs. For more information and tickets to the upcoming three home games visit www.fausports.com.
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Penny tax increase on Nov. ballot Staff report It may not have the interest of Clinton vs. Trump but for parents, cities and county officials a referendum on the November ballot is of great importance. Voters will be asked to decide on whether to increase the sales tax one penny to fund school renovations, county facility upgrades and city projects over the next 10 years. If approved, county schools will receive 50 percent of the money raised by the penny tax, county government will receive 30 percent and cities 20 percent of the proceeds. The goal is to raise $2.7 billion to pay for deferred projects and new projects. The tax will end in December 2026 or before then if the $2.7 billion figure is raised. The District estimates it needs more than $1.4 billion in projects related to deferred building maintenance as a result of the Great Recession and state cuts, IT improvements, security upgrades and replacing school bus and “support” vehicles. Of that, more than $1.1 billion is earmarked to correct years of deferred maintenance on schools and provide security improvements. Approximately $133.8 million will be used for classroom technology upgrades and nearly $103 million will be allocated for new school buses, maintenance and police vehicles. The District has two budgets – an operating budget for employee salaries, supplies and other operational needs, and a capital budget that pays for building construction, repairs and maintenance, as well as major purchases such as tech-
nology and vehicles such as school buses. The District’s current capital budget is not sufficient to cover these projects, district officials say. Due to budget cuts enacted by the Legislature in 2008, capital budgets for all school districts have been drastically reduced. Capital revenues for the School District of Palm Beach County have been reduced by $865 million since 2008. Some older schools in Delray Beach and Boca Raton will benefit if the penny tax passes. (see list in accompanying table). But all schools will benefit from the technology and security upgrades. An independent committee will review all School District of Palm Beach County projects andbudgets to protect taxpayers’ investment. A similar oversight committee was established in 2004, during a previous sales tax collected by the District for school construction. That committee, which included 9 members representing key sectors of Palm Beach County, ensured projects were delivered on time and within budget. Some of the projects earmarked for the county and cities include signalization upgrades at Atlantic and Military Trail, improvements to Delray Beach Fire Station #5 near Linton Boulevard, $6 million for the redevelopment of the South County Governmental Complex on Congress Avenue, $500,000 for a drainage project on Congress north of Linton Boulevard, playground replacement at Lake Ida Park, $470,000 for Pompey Park, money for bridge modifications on Barwick Road and Clint Moore Road, a $700,000 resurfacing of Glades Road to Yamato, $275,000 to restripe Palmetto Park Road and $1.2 million to resur-
Construction Projects: $121,462,958 Facility Replacement/Modernization Projects Addison Mizner Modernization $ 20,075,704 Pine Grove Modernization 10,893,532 Verde Modernization 23,437,664 Additions and Remodeling Projects: $38,454,717 Delray Full Service Center Remodel $ 10,000,000 Old Plumosa Demolition (land bank) 2,000,000 Plumosa School of Arts Expansion to K‐8 18,083,003 Village Academy Kitchen Expansion
1,200,000 New Schools: None in Delray or Boca Other Items Site Acquisition or lease for select facilities 29,868,640 Total Projects Funded from other sources: $ 394,074,180 Grand Total for all Projects: $ 1,739,817,276 Summary of Revenues Sales Tax Revenues: $1,345,743,096 Other Local Funds: $132,881,510 COPS: $261,192,670 Total Revenues $ 1,739,817,276
face Old Dixie Highway from the South County line to Spanish River Boulevard among other projects. If approved the surtax would begin January 1, 2017 and automatically end on or before December 31, 2026, with independent oversight by citizen committees. Opponents of the tax say cities, counties and school districts should be able to budget for their needs within their capital plans. Supporters say the state legis-
lature and the 2008 financial meltdown have created a scenario where they can’t catch up and that a sales tax allows for visitors not just property owners to pay for their needs.
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restaurateur Burt Rapoport
1 Tell us a little about yourself. Where did you grow up and what led you to your profession and to open restaurants in South Florida? I grew up in New York City where I basically started my career in the restaurant industry working at my grandfather’s and then father’s successful kosher dairy restaurant which they ran for 50 years. Throughout college I worked in virtually every position in a restaurant. I became an entry level assistant manager and eventually worked my way up to becoming a Regional Manager for a growing restaurant chain called Victoria Station. After that, my friend and co-worker at the time Dennis Max and I headed to South Florida to open up a concept of our own. That was almost 40 years ago now and I’ve been here ever since. I currently operate Henry’s, Deck 84, Burt & Max’s and the soon-to-be-opened Rappy’s and also a partner in Max’s Grille.
2 What would you order at your restaurants if going out to eat? Give us your favorite appetizer, entree, dessert and cocktail.
It’s so hard to pick just one so here is a rundown of what I tend to order at each of our restaurants. At Henry’s, I usually start with the Mediterranean Salad or Magical Split Pea Soup. For entrees I particularly like the Spaghetti & Chicken Meatballs, Simply Grilled Salmon, Roasted Duck, and Sunday’s special the Chicken Pot Pie. For dessert the hot fudge sundae, Molten Chocolate Cake, or our massive slice of Carrot Cake. My drink selection usually consists of Cabernets. At Deck 84, my favorite item to start with is the guacamole & chips and my favorite entrees are the Fresh Fish or Shrimp tacos, Southwestern Chicken Salad, and Turkey Burger. I like to drink iced green tea and Sunday Fun Day beer for a daytime selection; Don Julio tequila on the rocks with dinner. At Burt & Max’s I love to start with our freshly baked corn bread and onion soup dumplings. My favorite items to order are the Chopped Salad, Seared Tuna, any of the pizzas, Short Ribs, Idaho Spring Farms Trout Francese, Half Roasted Chicken, any of the burgers and for dessert the mud pie. For cocktails it’s an assortment. You can either find me drinking a scotch, bourbon, tequila or red wine.
3 Do you cook? If, so what is your favorite dish to make? Love to cook at home every Sunday night. My favorite thing to do is have friends over, fire up our wood burning oven and make an assortment of pizzas.
4 What is your ideal way to spend a day off? Tell us what you would do? An ideal day off is to read the newspapers, go to the gym and then either head
to the beach or play some golf. Then I like to end the day by cooking dinner at home and watching Ray Donovan and/or similar TV shows
5 Tell us something about yourself that isn’t commonly known, like a hobby you’re interested in, a cause you support, some fun facts. After spending so much time in our restaurants, I cherish being home with my wife Robin and dog Gracie.
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Cultural Conversation: artist Sally Painter By: Marisa Gottesman Associate Editor The success is something she said she didn’t think she would experience. Over the past several months her work has been featured in four different galleries. She said she entered her pieces and “hope someone is going to say, ‘Oh thats a nice painting,’” she said. But when people began to purchase her pieces it “blew her mind” to have what she started as a hobby be recognized by people outside her family.
Confusion of Irises by Sally Painter
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She remembers painting her first piece when she was 16.
Sally Painter is following her namesake, literally, as an oil painter. And the Delray Beach artist’s career is blossoming. Her oil paintings of plants, flowers and nature are being shown across the country in juried competitions.
“I did a flower water color for my mom,” Painter said. “She said. ‘Oh, that’s so beautiful you should be an artist.’” She didn’t pick up her paintbrush again until about 14 years ago when she moved to Delray from southern California. “I started painting about 14 years ago when we moved to Delray,” she said. “I wasn’t working as much and I started
Peach Hibiscus by Sally Painter
taking painting classes at the Boca Museum of Art.” Currently, she still attends courses and is in a masters art class.
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“I have really been learning a lot more about art,” she said. “I want to study what other artists do and understand it better. It’s quite technical.” She said her paintings are inspired by the
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“I go into a quiet place and I leave my phone of the room,” she said. “I turn on music, put out paints, study an image and I stop thinking. I try to listen to the music, figure out what I want to do and just translate it onto the canvas.” She said it is all about getting into a flow. She said it is similar to settling down to a good book and not being able to wait to get to the next chapter. “The longest I have ever gone is nine hours like 9 in the morning to 6 at night,” she said. “It’s a marathon. You don’t want to move because everything seems to be working at that moment. There’s no thought going on other than the painting itself. It’s such focus that it’s freeing.”
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She estimates she has completed 50 paintings. To finish one painting she said it takes about 24 hours, but she only works for three to four hours at a time. She typically paints two of three days a week. She does so in her home, where it is air conditioned.
Her artwork has been included in the Oil Painters of America 2016 Juried Salon Show, the 26th Annual All Florida Juried Arts Show (2016), the Art at the Mill Group Exhibition (2016), and the Art of the Heartland Group Exhibition (2016). She was juried in as a member of the International Guild of Realism and the National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society, and this past spring she was named a member of the Board of Trustees of the Boca Raton Museum of Art. For more information on Sally Painter, including examples of her work, visit her website at sallypainterart.com.
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Don’t miss events in Palm Beach County 1 Boca Raton’s SYMPHONIA! is host-
ing ¡Tango SYMPHONIA!, a night of sultry sounds by the Latin Grammy-nominated Colombian Tango Ensemble, Quinteto Leopoldo Federico, along with a dramatic dance performance, on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 6 to10 p.m., at Boca West Country Club. General tickets are $175. VIP tickets are $225, and include premium seating and a bottle of champagne on each table. To purchase tickets online, visit thesymphonia.org.
2 Gulfstream Goodwill Industries is hosting it 50th Anniversary Gala at 7 p.m. on Nov. 12 at the Kravis Center’s Cohen Pavilion. The gala includes a cocktail reception, live entertainment and dinner. For more information, visit gulfstreamgoodwill.org/50th-gala. 3 California Closets Boca Raton is hosting a donation event from 6 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 16 benefiting Dress For Success Palm Beaches in an effort to help women re-enter the workforce with fashionable professional attire. Light bites, cocktails, desserts and a signature drink “California Shortcake” will be served. The event is at 302 S. Federal Highway. Bring gently used purses, gently used costume jewelry, new mascara and new underwear. 4 Head to Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens to check out Above the Fold: New Expressions in Origami. The exhibit explores the modern advances of origami through 15 contemporary works of art.
tution will be recognized for its role in improving the Boca Raton community and a deceased individual will be recognized on a Wall of Honor. The new 2016 inductees are: Bobby Campbell, Wendy Larsen and The Boca Raton Regional Hospital. For the first time this year, The Walk of Recognition will recognize, on a Wall of Honor, a person who improved the community during his/her lifetime, but who has passed away. This year’s Wall of Honor will recognize Alan Alford. The event costs $75 per person. Visit bocahistory. org for more information.
6 The inaugural Dine for Veterans Week will take place from Nov. 6 to Nov. 11. Presented by Crane’s Beach House, the week supports local veterans when you dine out at local restaurants. At the end of the week, every $1 raised, up to $20,000, will be matched by the Ohrstrom Foundation. Visit www.dineforveterans.com, for a list of participating restaurants.
7 Experience a silent screen film at Sugar Sand Park. The Hunchback of Notre Dame will be heard with a live musical accompaniment. Quasimodo (played by Lon Chaney) is a tortured outcast who is drawn towards his own doom by his consuming love for Esmeralda. The music is provided by Sarasota-based musician Peter Tavalin. The event takes place on Thursday Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. and cots $7 per ticket.
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is hosting its 20th Annual Walk of Recognition from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Nov. 9 at the Addison, 2 E. Camino Real. The event recognizes individuals who have served the community. For the first time an insti-
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8 Delray is hosting Delray Reads Day on Nov. 17. The event will begin at 7:30 a.m. with breakfast at Plumosa School of the Arts. Readers will then spend time in a classroom reading and speaking with students. To sign up, delrayreads.org 9 Catch a classic film at Delray’s Veterans Park. The classic film series kicks off on Nov. 1 with 42nd Street at sunset. There will be an outdoor mega screen outdoors. Bring your chairs, snacks and drinks.
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free Holiday Fashion Show & Fundraiser at 5:30 p.m., on Thursday, Nov. 17 at Bloomingdale’s at Town Center Mall. For more information, call 561-775-7195 or email Amyleigh Atwater at AmyleighA@ placeofhope.com
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What’s going on in Palm Beach County… Arts Garage 180 NE 1 Street Delray Beach st
Tickets start at $30.
Around’ album. There he met Springfield members Richie Furay and Jim Messina, and Poco was formed out of the friendship and musical influences they shared.
Paquito d’ Rivera | JAZZ / CUBAN JAZZ Thurs. Nov 17 and Fri. Nov. 18 | 6:30pm & 9:30pm sets
Dirty Bourbon River Show - November 5, 8pm $30-$45
www.artsgarage.org 561-450-6357
Tickets for the 17th start at $40 and for the 18th start at $45
“New Orleans Big Brass Circus Rock”
Rusty Young of Poco - Friday, November 4, 8pm $30-$45 POCO’s Rusty Young along with POCO’s keyboard player Michael Webb bring their classic sound to Arts Garage. Rusty Young, the Grammy-nominated steel guitarist and vocalist, is best known as one of the frontmen in the seminal country rock and Americana band Poco. In 1967, Rusty was asked to fly to Los Angeles and play steel guitar on the Buffalo Springfield’s ‘Last Time
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Halberg and Bob and Linda Schmier
Opening act: Jon Stickley Trio
On Friday, Nov. 11, we will honor and give tribute to two community leaders, Chuck Halberg and Robert Schmier, and their wives, for their very generous continuous contributions to Arts Garage since its inception. The event will feature dinner, drinks, art, entertainment and more! Tickets $125 per person.
The Dirty Bourbon River Show deftly melds sounds that range from hardedged blues to piano driven ballads to New Orleans brass, with a result that is truly a blast of new energy into the musical landscape. Since forming in early 2009, the Dirty Bourbon River Show have released 8 studio albums and played almost 800 live shows, quickly earning a stellar reputation for their tight, multi-faceted sound and high-energy performances. They can be found bringing their blend of “New Orleans Big Brass Circus Rock” all over the USA, performing at festivals and respected venues yearround. November 11 – 6:30pm Tribute Gala Fundraiser to honor Chuck and Pam
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blues-rock, funky blues, contemporary and traditional blues, with BLUES being the operative word!
Jeff Lorber | Sat. Nov 12, 8pm | JAZZ FUSION $30-$45 The Grammy nominated keyboard player has become a prominent figure in the new movement known as jazz fusion – a marriage of traditional jazz with elements of rock, R&B, funk and other electrified sounds. Lorber and his band, the Jeff Lorber Fusion, first honed their craft in the Portland, Oregon club scene and rapidly expanded their reach to a national and international audience via a combination of complex harmonies, unconventional time signatures and compelling rhythms.
The 14 time Grammy winner is a world-renowned jazz artist who received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Carnegie Hall for his contributions to Latin music. D’Rivera’s works often reveal his widespread and eclectic musical interests, which range from Afro-Cuban rhythms and melodies, including influences encountered in his many travels, and back to his classical origins. D’Rivera’s numerous recordings include more than 30 solo albums, which reflects his enthusiasm for Jazz, Bebop, Latin, and classical music. The accomplished composer has successfully created, championed and promoted all types of classical compositions; including his three chamber compositions recorded live in concert with distinguished cellist Yo-Yo Ma. The winner of fourteen GRAMMY Awards, he is celebrated both for his artistry in Latin jazz and his achievements as a classical composer.
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Kat Riggins & The Blues Revival– Sun. Nov. 13, 7pm $30-$45
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The blues and soul singer has a unique style that blends blues with hip hop, pop, rock and even country music. Kat has performed to sold-out houses throughout Asia and the Middle East, as well as performances in South Florida and New Orleans. Along with her band, Blues Revival, Kat is determined “to wake up the blues one song at a time!” Her latest album is a clever mashup of gospel-blues,
In this satire of modern-day consumerism, Eve is a teenager whose entire existence is known only to her overly protective sister Tabby. But now, Tabby wants her life back and in an instant their whole world changes…and that’s not good. Bill Charlap Trio | Fri. Nov. 25 & Sat. Nov. 26 | 6:30pm and 9:30 pm sets | $30-$45 As one of the world’s premiere jazz pianists, it’s no surprise that Charlap won the 2016 Grammy award for Best Traditional Pop Album for his album with Tony
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rite chanteuse, Piaf to the parks of Pigalle, to Montmartre in the era of “La Vie en Rose,” with Anne Carrere, a young singer from the village of Puget, who captures the soul of France’s national chanteuse, with songs that define the courage, sorrow and romance of the City of Lights. Bennett. In addition to Bennett, Charlap has performed with leading artists, ranging from Phil Woods to Gerry Mulligan and Wynton Marsalis. He is known for his interpretations of American popular songs and has recorded albums featuring the music of Hoagy Carmichael, Leonard Bernstein and George Gershwin.
but the human voice. The cast of VoicePlay has taken the timeless sound of vocal music and turned it completely on its head. Re-imagined as a full stage show, amazing, humorous, and vertigo-inducing harmonies pepper VoicePlay’s music-without-music sound as it pingpongs between eras and styles, channeling the breadth of the musical landscape and lacing it with inventive and often hilarious on-stage theatrics.
Sponsors: Jackie and Bob Gill, Linda L. Miller Cabaret reception sponsor: Etoile Volin Location: Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center
Joan Quinn and Friends
Tickets: $70 for box, $55 for orchestra and $50 for mezzanine
Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square
The Wick Theatre
Old School Square
Monday, 5:30 p.m.; suggested $5 donation
Nov. 10
7901 N Federal Highway, Boca Raton, FL 33487
51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach 33444
A celebration of the exhibition, “Who is Joan Quinn? A Life in Portraits.”
Thursday: 7:30 p.m.
www.thewick.org 561-995-2333
561-243-7922, ext. 1; OldSchoolSquare. org
Ticket prices from $70
Free Friday Concerts
They’re Playing Our Song
The Pavilion at Old School Square
Starring Broadway’s Andrea McArdle
Friday, 7:30 p.m.; free admission; weather permitting; bring lawn chairs, and bring the family, but no pets or outside food and beverage.
October 13 - November 6 A musical comedy by master of the genre Neil Simon, music by Marvin Hamlisch, and lyrics by Carole Bayer Sager. The hit musical about an established composer and his relationship with an aspiring young female lyricist. Professionally, their relationship works beautifully-but ultimately leads to conflict on the home front. Don’t worry, there’s a happy ending.
November 4 Big City Dogs (Classic Rock) November 11 Extasy (Latin/Top 40/ Rock)
Sister Act November 25 - December 23
November 3, 2016 - Silent Disco
Broadway’s habit-forming musical comedy smash will make you jump for joy! When wannabe disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a crime, the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look-a convent! Under the suspicious watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. Featuring original music by eight-time Oscar winner Alan Menken (Beauty And The Beast, The Little Mermaid, Newsies), this uplifting musical is filled with toe-tapping songs, outrageous show-stopping dancing and a truly moving story.
The Fieldhouse at Old School Square
As Seen on Season 4 of NBC’s “The Sing-Off ” and based in Orlando, Florida, VoicePlay performs their incredible brand of entertainment across the country and around the world. What began quite literally as a street corner barbershop act has now evolved into an internationally acclaimed touring sensation. Fun for all ages, VoicePlay is unlike any theatrical experience available today, recreating the orchestrated sound of an entire musical production with nothing
Libby Dodson’s Live at Lynn Theatre Series
Friday, 6-9 p.m.; admission is a suggested $5 donation.
Nov. 5–6
Art Walk is an open house for the galleries in downtown Delray Beach. The Cornell Art Museum will feature an exciting photography exhibit created and curated by undergrad students from Lynn University in Boca Raton.
* Saturday: 7:30 p.m. * Sunday: 4 p.m. Journey with Edith Piaf, everyone’s favo-
Tickets: $20 Nov. 12–13 Lynn Philharmonia No. 3 Saturday: 7:30 p.m. Sunday: 4 p.m. Conductor: Guillermo Figueroa Featuring the winners of the Annual Concerto Competition Location: Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center Tickets: $50 for box, $40 for orchestra, $35 for mezzanine
Fine Art Exhibits
November 4, 2016 – First Friday Art Walk: Lynn University Students
VISUAL ARTS OF DELRAY The Gallery at Arts Garage
October 1st to November 26th 94 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach
Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square
November 7, 2016 – An Evening with
Location: Count and Countess de Hoernle International Center / Amarnick-Goldstein Concert Hall
Crest Theatre at Old School Square
November 25 Pocket Change (Dance/ Top 40/Motown
Piaf! The Show
PEN Trio
November 18, 2016 - VoicePlay
Friday, 8 p.m.; tickets $25 (adult); $15 (student)
This date night or friends’ night offers a high energy performance in a silent atmosphere! At this DJ dance party, the music is experienced through high quality, wireless headphones.
Lynn University’s Conservatory of Music
One of the most distinguished woodwind ensembles touring today, the PEN Trio is passionate about promoting the music of our time. The group regularly commissions leading composers to write for the ensemble. This performance features a full program of works written for the PEN Trio.
November 18 Solid Brass (Classic Rock/ R&B)
First Thursday each month, 9 p.m.; tickets $15
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Outdoor shows in Delray Beach Old School Square (OSS) Veteran’s Park (VET)
November 12-13 at VET November 19-20 at VET November 26-27 at VET Visit
www.delrayartleague.com for a complete show schedule
Delray Art League is a 5013C organization.
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Nov. 16 Violin Master Class with Renata Arado Renata Arado began violin instruction in the Suzuki method at age two. She was principal second violin of Norway’s Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra for 13 years. She has collaborated with Isaac Stern, Julia Fischer, Yefim Bronfman, Joshua Bell and Gil Shaham. This master class will feature students competing in the Lynn Chamber Music Competition. Arado will also join the conservatory faculty on the Mostly Music Mendelssohn concert Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Location: Count and Countess de Hoernle International Center / Amarnick-Goldstein Concert Hall Tickets: FREE Nov. 17 Mendelssohn Felix Mendelssohn (1809–1847) was born just 18 years after Mozart’s death, and many regarded him as Mozart’s heir. Like Mozart, he would have a short life span, but still composed some of our best-loved masterpieces. He was also a wonderful correspondent, writing about his visits with such people as Queen Victoria and Goethe. Mostly Music was conceived and is hosted by Marshall Turkin and is staged by Jan McArt.
ernle International Center / Amarnick-Goldstein Concert Hall Tickets: $20
Boca’s Festival of the Arts
Hosted by: Crossroads Club Nov. 24 10 a.m. Across from Anchor Park
Swank Farm screening
Featured speaker: Tony Allerton
Nov. 17
For Information:
7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
(561) 278-8004 ext 3
Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center, 201 Plaza Real in Boca Raton,
Directed by Judith Olney, Swank Farm tells the story about Jodi and Darrin Swank, owners of Palm Beach County’s Swank Farm. After losing their jobs in the post 9/11 recession, the Swanks started new lives as passionate, pioneering, hydroponic farmers. Through hurricanes, near-bankruptcy, the challenges of Florida farming, and life in a trailer home with three growing children, they have emerged as major suppliers of fresh produce to area restaurants and hosts of legendary fundraising affairs – the legendary “Swank Table” events. A lesson in the rewards of giving back to the community.
Special guest artist: Renata Arado, violin Location: Count and Countess de Ho-
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Downtown. American Express created this national shopping day event for cardholders and merchants to encourage people to shop at small businesses. Visit ShopSmall.com, downtowndelraybeach.com/promotions or www.facebook. com/DelrayDDA for a list of participating merchants and additional offers being promoted during the month of November and for Small Business Saturday. For parking information, please visit www.downtowndelraybeach.com/parking , or call 561-243-1077.
Southern Handcraft Society
Admission is free with suggested $10 donation per person at the door to benefit Festival of the Arts BOCA.
The film will be followed by a reception with light refreshments, in celebration of the 11th Annual Festival set for March 2 – 12, 2017.
Thursday: 7:30 p.m.
Gratitude Celebration on the Beach
Small Business Saturday Shop local on Nov. 26 in downtown Delray. The main fabric of Downtown Delray Beach is comprised of 93 percent small business owners, both retail and restaurants, many of whom have had their doors open for over 15 years and one as long as 80. Downtown Delray Beach is a destination to Shop Small. The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is a Neighborhood Champion and encourages residents and visitors to celebrate “the small business” by shopping and dining locally and introducing yourselves to the owners and chefs throughout
The Southern Handcraft Society, Pineapple Grove Chapter, Delray Beach, will be having its 24th annual, juried art and craft show, An Olde Fashioned Holiday, at the Fieldhouse (formerly the Vintage Gymnasium), Old School Square. All items are hand made right here in Florida and are one-of-a-kind works of art. We have gift and holiday items including Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Christmas...along with items that are appropriate for any occasion. We also feature food and candy items along with raffle baskets. Admission is free. Thursday, November 17, 2016 - 9 am to 8 pm Friday, November 18, 2016 - 9 am to 8 pm Saturday, November 19, 2016 - 9 am to 2 pm
Boca channel films around town
WBTV will be filming Good Morning Boca on location around Boca Raton at the end of November. This multi-host broadcast focuses on current events, interviews with celebrities and local newsmakers in an array of areas such as business, sports, entertainment and philanthropy. Are you a resident expert, small business owner or community member with something to share? Contact info@webocatv.com. WBTV (webocatv.com) will be a glossy, entertaining platform delivering stories, news, community events and original programming. Accessible through any internet connection, smart TV or iOS device, WBTV will broadcast 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The digital broadcast network launches their inaugural season on January 2, 2017.
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Carols by Candlelight Saturday, Dec. 3 | 7 pm
Shanghai Acrobats: Shanghai Nights
The State Ballet Theatre of Russia – The Tchaikovsky Christmas Spectacular
An outdoor concert experience with songs of the season and popular hits -- headlined by Little River Band, Kim Carnes and Stephen Bishop. It’s a magical night for the entire family!
Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016 | 7 pm
American Big Band – Home for the Holidays
Will and Anthony –Showstoppers Avenue Q
Wednesday, Dec. 7 | 2 & 8 pm
The greatest songs ever written come alive with this Broadway duo. Their magnificent tenor voices, brotherly banter and comedic flair are unforgettable!
Songs of the season with this amazing 11-piece Big Band along with six outstanding singers and dancers.
Experience the thrill of acrobatic gymnastics, balancing, silk spinning, twirling, contortion and so much more!
Sunday, Dec.11 | 7 pm
OLD SCHOOL SQUARE in the heart of downtown Delray Beach, offers a wide variety of shows and lectures during the 2016-17 Season. There’s something for everyone! GET TICKETS NOW! OldSchoolSquare.org 51 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, FL | 561 243 7922 x1
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Monday, Dec. 26 | 7:30 pm Fifty of Russia’s brightest ballet stars perform selections from The Nutcracker, Swan Lake and Romeo and Juliet.
Dec. 16-18 | Fri, 8 pm; Sat, 2 & 8 pm; Sun, 2 pm This multiple Tony Award winning, laughout-loud musical is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart!
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5 ways your kids can learn to give back can make.
By: Heather McMechan Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers For me, November has always been a time of year that makes me stop and think how thankful I am for the things I have. I have tried to instill this in my children, but it seems that “wanting and needing” is part of their everyday vocabulary. I want my children to be good citizens and community partners. As a family, we have started to focus more on about giving instead of always receiving. We brainstormed together and came up with some ways they could give back. The more we talked, the more I began creating a list of ideas that I wanted to share especially in this crazy materialistic time we live in. Here is the scoop on five ways your kids can learn to give back. 1. Give into their interests
Find out what your child is passionate about. Is it animals or protecting the earth? Empowering them to give back will potentially create them to understand the importance of giving back into their adult life. 2. Give during their birthdays Show your kids that it’s not always about receiving gifts on their birthday. Encourage your child to ask their friends to bring a donation like diapers for the local diaper bank, canned goods for the local food pantry or pajamas and books for the local hospital. If your child is having a hard time understanding the concept of giving than receiving, you can have them pick out a few gently used toys in their room that they do not play with to make room for new ones. This will also cut down on clutter which
will help during the holidays. 3. Get busy while giving back
5. Give into your emerging entrepreneur
Get your child off the couch and busy moving and making a difference by participating in a Family Fun Run, 5K walk or any other athletic event that’s for a cause they believe in. Have them organize a local beach clean-up day and invite friends and family to participate while enjoying the amazing South Florida weather.
Did you have a lemonade stand when you were young? Maybe a small lemonade stand or baking goodies can show your child not only how to run a business, but also how they can choose to support a charity with the money they make.
4. Give back with gardening Back-to-Nature is such a fun and calming place for children. Why not take them to the local community gardens to assist with planting and harvesting. Get involved with our local community gardens where they can see what a huge impact it
Rappy’s set to open in Boca Raton this month Staff report The latest concept by restaurateur Burt Rapoport “Rappy’s” is poised to open in Boca Raton this month. Located in the new Park Place plaza at 5560 Military Trail, between Clint Moore and Yamato roads, the restaurant is being described as a “delica-restaurant-tessen.” That means, the menu will feature classic Jewish deli dishes as well as contemporary interpretations on popular deli favorites.
is open.
family’s restaurant.” Rapoport said. “Rap-
For adults, Rappy’s will also feature a spa-
py’s truly signifies my life and my career
cious indoor/outdoor bar area, that fea-
coming full circle.”
tures a creative craft cocktail menu and an
The menu will include signature house-
The deli is named after Rapoport’s fa-
smoked pastrami and corned beef to clas-
ther, Ray “Rappy” Rapoport. The third
sic chicken in a pot and stuffed cabbage to
generation restaurateur said he used his
The 4,300-square-foot restaurant was de-
a variety of gourmet hot dogs with house-
childhood experiences of growing up in
signed by Manhas Designs. It seats 160
Rapoport’s collection of restaurants in-
made mustard as well as traditional malts
an iconic New York Jewish restaurant,
diners with indoor and outdoor seating
clude Henry’s; Deck 84; and Burt & Max’s;
and shakes and freshly baked desserts.
owned by his grandfather and then father
on a covered alfresco patio. It will incor-
he is also a partner in Max’s Grille in
for over 50 years, to create his modern de-
porate traditional deli design features
Mizner Park.
li-restaurant.
such as vintage subway tile, chalkboard
Rappy’s will be open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and catering. It will also have a full service bar and a 30-foot deli take-out
“Opening a restaurant concept that offers
area where every item on the menu can be
soulful, Jewish-style cuisine takes me back
ordered to go at any time the restaurant
to where it all began growing up in my
menus, stained concrete flooring mixed with stainless steel, ambient lighting and modern wood design elements.
assortment of boozy milkshakes.
For more information visit Rappysdeli. com or follow them on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
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Dash around the world: A look at Transatlantic, repositioning cruises By: Joel Dash Special to the Boca/ Delray newspapers
the summer. Then in September or October at the end of the summer Europe season, the ship returns westbound to the warm weather of the Caribbean where it will spend the winter.
Once a grand voyage, Transatlantic Cruises were a luxury enjoyed only by a few.
Look toward Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, NCL, Carnival and ore for 10 to 16 night itineraries. These repositioning cruises provide incredible bargains.
Stylish passengers spent their days lounging on deck and then dined, danced and toasted with champagne while speeding between America and Europe. These pleasures still exist today for those who value the shipboard experience and appreciate traveling in style and comfort. Because Transatlantic cruises make few if any ports of call, the focus of the trip is the lifestyle on board the vessel. In answer to their guests’ desire for activity, many cruise lines take advantage of the opportunity to offer special interest cruises such as Big Band music, swing dance or wine and culinary themes. Such a cruise might be hosted by a well-known chef, author or entertainer for additional appeal. Art classes, computer learning and other educational programming are generally provided and the social environment on the shop will be organized to provide guests with plenty of opportunities to interact with one another. The extra time to relax is also conducive to taking full
Your travel agent can also arrange for any additional touring you might want to do in Europe as well as your return flights.
advance of the shipboard spa. Of course, Transatlantic crossings have always been the perfect vacation to catch up on reading. The model Transatlantic crossing is characterized by four or five consecutive days at sea. Most newer and longer versions of the itinerary will usually offer visits to places such as Bermuda, the Azores or the Canary Islands. Some Caribbean Islands or European cities may also be included near the beginning or end of the itinerary.
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True to its 165-year-old tradition, Cunard Line offers more regular Transatlantic sailings than any other cruise line. They are customarily for six nights between New York City and Southampton, England. However, Transatlantic cruises for the most cruise lines are little more than a seasonal repositioning between the Caribbean and Europe. Usually at the end of April or in early May, ships ending their winter season in the Caribbean make an eastbound crossing to begin a series of cruises somewhere in Europe for
In addition to the Transatlantic cruises, there are also repositioning trans-canal cruises from Florida to San Diego, Los Angeles, Seattle and Vancouver in the spring for the Alaska season, and return in the fall. For any future travel, Dash is offering a deal to benefit local nonprofits. If your group is thinking of a get-away and you book with Dash, a percentage of commission will be donated to your nonprofit. For more information, contact Dash Travel at 561-498-8439 or visit dashtravelandcruises.com or in person at 504 E. Atlantic Ave.
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Charity tennis event returns for 27th year Staff report
the Boca Raton Resort & Club on Satur-
utive producer of MTV’s “America’s Best
drug abuse and neglect. Chris Evert
day.
Dance Crew” (2008-2010).
Charities has also funded 41 scholarships
TV personality and producer Randy
Hatosy is currently starring as Pope in
Jackson and actor Shawn Hatosy will be
the TV series “Animal Kingdom” and
making their first appearances in the ce-
also had a leading role in a five-year run
lebrity matches. Jackson is a musician, producer and entrepreneur best known for his 12 years (2002-2014) as an “American Idol” judge and two years as exec-
as Sammy Bryant in “Southland” (2009-
raises funds to combat drug abuse and child neglect in South Florida, returns
rity Tennis Classic premium seats range
Other previous participants who are
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returning include: Alan Thicke, Kevin
South Florida philanthropist Chris Evert
The 27th annual charity event, which
Chris Evert/Raymond James Pro-Celebin price from $40 to $90 for both Satur-
Maeve Quinlan and David Cook.
lebrity Tennis Classic is back this month.
ing college degrees.
2013) TV series.
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that have assisted single moms in attain-
day and Sunday sessions. Club seats with weekend and courtside box seats (rows 1-8) are $90 per day or $175 for both sessions. General admission tickets are $20 per session.
has raised more than $22 million through
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Delray Beach Tennis Center on Saturday
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Medical, psychotherapeutic advances in addiction treatment: Part 1 of 2 By: Raul J. Rodriguez MD, DABPN, DABAM, MRO Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers “28 days” is what most people think of when addiction treatment is mentioned. This actually was the case for so many years, even though the success rates were very low. Most people are unaware that the 28-day model was based on insurance reimbursement limits and not on any actual science. This, along with very limited medical and psychological treatment options, are major reasons why success rates were so low for so many years. Modern
medical science and psychotherapeutic modalities have now entered the addiction arena full force and have drastically changed both the quality and accessibility of addiction treatment. The mechanisms of addiction have a very strong biologic and physiologic basis, in addition to the psychological and spiritual components. It makes perfect sense then that the right kinds of medical interventions would have
a strong positive impact on sobriety. These types of treatments, especially when coupled with effective psychological treatment modalities, have consistently yielded previously never seen high success rates. These interventions have been developed and implemented over the last several years and have become the new standards of care in addiction treatment. Naltrexone is a medication that has existed for a number of years and finally has been implemented as one of the major modalites for medication assist-
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ed treatment (MAT). Naltrexone is a partial opioid receptor antagonist. It was first released under the trade name Revia as an agent to decrease alcohol cravings. Revia was found to be effective in reducing alcohol cravings as well as reducing the neurochemical reward from actual drinking. It has been used for many years successfully for this indication. Because of the opiate receptor antagonist properties, this medication has also been useful in treating opiate addiction. Naltrexone will effectively block the effects of an opiate, including heroin. This blocking ability helps prevent sudden and impulsive relapses. This blocking ability is even more pronounced in the long acting depot injections. Vivitrol is the brand name of the long acting injectable form of naltrexone. It was first indicated for alcoholism and later received the FDA indication for opiate dependence. The Vivitrol shot lasts up to four to five weeks, making impulsive relapses even less likely. If someone wants to relapse onto opiates, they essentially have to maintain that intention until the shot wears off. This forced delay allows the patient the opportunity to seek out support and use recovery skills to prevent the relapse from happening. Even just knowing that a full relapse is not chemically possible already reduces the amount of time and mental energy someone would be willing to devote to contemplating a relapse. This helps reduce cravings for opiates. The Vivitrol also is effective in reducing alcohol cravings, and seems to have a greater effect than Revia. Individuals who use Vivitrol for one to two years have dramatically higher success rates overall. Dr. Rodriguez is the founder and Medical Director of the Delray Center For Healing, as well as the leader of the Delray Center DBT program. He is board certified in both Adult Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine, with a clinical focus in the treatment of addiction, eating disorders, mood disorders, and trauma. The Delray Center For Healing is a comprehensive outpatient treatment center that incorporates the most advanced psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacological modalities in the treatment of complex multiple diagnosis cases.
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Delray dermatologist Dr. Brent Schillinger knocks out ailments in Bahamas By: David DiPino Contributing Writer Dermatologist Dr. Brent Schillinger is helping Bahamians on the island of Eleuthera with dermatology care, education and health screenings. He’s doing so thanks to a partnership with Dr. Jonathan Levine and Stacey Levine’s GLO Good Foundation and rock star Lenny Kravitz’s Let Love Rule Foundation. Dr. Schillinger’s Yama Bahama has spent the better part of the last year working with the Bahamian Government and have tried to get permission to do some mission work and health treatments in the Bahamas. “By combining all of our efforts we’re going over to Eleuthera, an island in the Bahamas. We’re going over there to help those people with dental and dermatology care and do some other health screenings there. I’ve been involved in a lot of volunteer international mission work. Particularly I go to developing nations or what people call third world nations where the medical care is not up to par,” Dr. Schillinger said. Yama Bahama Foundation is named after Dr. Schillinger’s wife’s late father, who
was a famous boxer in the 1950s and 1960s. The Schillinger’s are doing this in his honor, in his name. “I’ve been to Peru, Colombia, Cuba, Nicaragua and other places. Bahamas came up on the list because my wife is from Bimini and we made a trip there a couple of years ago when I first met her and determined that they do need some extra help,” he said. Dr. Schillinger specializes in all aspects of dermatology care at Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches, 3100 S. Federal Highway, Delray Beach. He is on staff at Delray Medical Center. Staying on the music topic, a lot of people may not know but Bob Marley, the famous Reggae singer and guitarist, had a genetic form of melanoma, which actually turned into cancer and which he died from in 1981. “There are three main types of skin cancer and melanoma is one of the three. The most common one is basal cell carcinoma which is an overgrowth of the bottom layer of the epidermis – the base layer of the epidermis. That one makes up maybe 50 percent of the skin cancers we see and
Peloton opens Boca showroom Staff report The newest trend in cycling, the Peloton, has hit Boca Raton. The high-tech, at home-cycling bike can now be found in the Town Center Mall. The showroom opened last month near Neiman Marcus and Tesla. Peloton is a new virtual fitness program that allows you to work out at home on your time, but live stream or join in on a previously recorded high-intensity, cardio class led by professional instructors. The bikes are equipped with a 22-inch touchscreen that streams the live and on-demand fitness classes. You are working out with other riders in the privacy of your own home. The bike is equipped with in-depth fitness metrics and interaction with other riders. “We are the most advanced at home fitness provider,” Peloton Chief Revenue Officer Tim Shannehan said. “It is the best bike on the market. It’s a gorgeous design. It’s completely silent. There’s nothing else out like it.” He said it took about a year and a half to design and perfect the high-tech bike with its sweat-proof touch screen that puts you in a class at any time. About 10 to 12 live classes are streamed
finding them earlier but there is a heck of a lot of squamous cell carcinomas. In the old days in the 1970s and 1980s we used to think squamous cell was much worse than basal cell. I think these days we’re catching them so early that some of the squamous cell cancers may be less serious. Those are the most common but the melanoma by far is the most serious and we’re seeing more and more of them all the time,” he said.
daily from a 60-person studio in Chelsea, New York. But if you can’t tune in, you can catch the class whenever works for you. You can select a class based on amount of time, instructor or level of difficulty. You can even see how you are performing compared to other people who took the same class. “We allow consumers to take live and on-demand cycling classes anytime, anywhere” he said. “It’s a very effective and addictive workout. We are bringing the fantastic experience of a live cycling class into your home.” Peloton decided to open a showroom in Boca because they already have a strong ridership in place in South Florida, he said. “There is a strong demand for the product,” Shannehan said. The bike costs $1,995. For more information, visit peletoncycle.com
Dr. Brent Schillinger, a dermatologist with Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches, 3100 S. Federal Highway, Delray Beach, discusses a health mission with rock star Lenny Kravitz to help people of the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas with health care and education. Dr. Schillinger discusses the mission and melanoma on Doctors Are People Too... iHeart Radio show heard live on WWNN 1470 AM in Boca Raton every Monday evening 7-8 p.m. Photo by: David DiPino.
maybe even more. Usually caused by the sun,” said Dr. Schillinger. There are about five main types of melanoma, according to Dr. Schillinger. “Squamous cell carcinoma is the next most common one although it depends who you ask. I think maybe pathologists are diagnosing them more and we’re
According to Dr. Schillinger, statistically, back in 1930, about one out of every 200 people would get melanoma in their lifetime. “It is projected by the year 2025 that as many as one out of 40 people in the U.S. alone could get melanoma in their lifetime. The good thing is we’re diagnosing a lot more melanoma because we’re really looking for it.” For more information on Dr. Brent Schillinger and Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches call 561-278-1362 or visit www.greatderms.com. For more information on the mission in Eleuthera to provide dental, health care education to people in need visit: www.glogoodfoundation.org.
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Beauty brief: Hottest trends from the International Spa Association By: Christine King Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers Yes, I took the hit for you and attended the world’s largest
Room.” In 2014 the German based company opened its
spa conference, ISPA. It was tough sampling the globe’s
U.S. headquarters in Delray Beach. The experience was
most amazing beauty and wellness products and ser-
like a beauty candy store. Ben Simpson, Senior VP of
vices, however, I was on a mission to educate South Flor-
Marketing said,”Instead of a typical trade show booth,
ida about the industry’s best trends.
BABOR offered ISPA attendees a play, touch, feel, expe-
ISPA represents health and wellness facilities and providers in more than 70 countries so I had my work cut out for me. Overall product highlights included: Boosters, Lifters, Line Erasers, and Organic and Vegan creations. About 90 percent of the skin care, cosmetic, and nail product lines were either organic, vegan or both. The newest rage in the industry, “eye lifters” were also showcased by many product lines. The theme of the show was “Innovate.” I spoke with Todd Shaw, ISPA Chairman, about how innovation was applied this year by both the organization and its partici-
rience centered around BABOR’s iconic, results-driven beauty ampoules.” The ampoules are fabulous little treasures filled with products ranging from hydrating, lifting and vitamin serums. He continues {our} “BABOR Beauty Experts personalized a seven-piece set of BABOR AMPOULE CONCENTRATES specifically selected to target each attendees unique beauty concerns - hand packed in a modern, metal travel case.” Let me tell you, they are fabulous.
their expertise in leadership, self-care, team building and strategies for providing our clients with the best possible experience.
12,000-square-foot headquarters uses green electrici-
There’s much more to share about groundbreaking ad-
ty. Their website states hey are “committed to the envi-
strive for innovation and providing the consumer with
ronment and to nature conservation.” Their creed also
what they demand. As challenges are thrown our way,
includes “A heart for animals. Respect for nature also
it’s how we respond that determines our future.” I can
means respect for living creatures. Animal experiments
personally attest to the vast array of products delivering
remain an absolute taboo for us.”
A special highlight was visiting Babor’s “Relaxation
John Ondrasik and Simon Sinek who provided us with
South Floridians will also be pleased to learn that Babor’s
pants. He said, “ISPA and the spa industry continue to
to society’s quest for youthful looking skin.
Christine King and ISPA chairman Todd Shaw at the ISPA conference in Las Vegas. Staff photo.
vances in all areas of beauty and wellness so stay tuned as I sprinkle them in upcoming issues. Christine King is a Medical Exercise Specialist, Fitness Expert, and Founder & CEO of YourBestFit. The health and wellness company has helped thousands of clients recover
In addition to the glitz and glamor, the conference in-
from injuries, look and feel better and improve their overall
cluded three renowned keynote speakers; Brené Brown,
well-being. www.YourBestFit.com
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INFINI®: Beauty meets technology By: Samuel Farhan Siddiqui, MD, MPH Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers The Aesthetics industry is a giant with no signs of slowing down. The global spa services market is expected to increase to $154.6 billion by 2022, according to a report from Research and Markets titled, “The Spa Services Market-Global Opportunity Analysis Industry Forecast from 2014-2022.” Men and women globally are on an insatiable quest to look and feel their best. One dimension of skin rejuvenation is the development of using cutting edge devices to tighten skin at the deeper levels of the skin. Here at Palm Beach Botox after extensive research we have found the gold standard in skin rejuvenation devices which is called Infini®. Infini® is a device for non-surgical skin tightening that utilizes Microneedling with High Intensity Focused Radiofrequency, which is clinically proven to increase collagen production, with results lasting up to seven years. According to Dr. Steven Weiner, a plastic surgeon, who has used Infini® since its inception and has now performed thousands of procedures, it is “the best tightening technology of 2016.” The ideal candidate for Infini® RF Micro-needling has one or more of the following aesthetic concerns: mild to moderate skin laxity, fine lines and creases, or acne scarring. Infini® is clinically tested and cleared by the FDA as a safe and effective procedure for skin tightening. The technology uses Radiofrequency energy, which is placed into the deeper layers of the skin by way of gold insulated
needles. The Radiofrequency energy penetrates into the dermis, creating a thermal coagulation zone. The heat stimulates your body to rebuild collagen, the absence of which is the main cause of wrinkles in aging skin. The needles are inserted into the skin in a quick and precise manner, which means less pain for the patient. The needles are insulated so the epidermis is protected; making this a safe and effective treatment for all skin types with no risk of post-inflammatory hyper pigmentation or in layman’s terms darkened spots, and hence no down time. Topical numbing medication is applied prior to the procedure to relieve any discomfort. Patients are able to wear makeup the next day. Compared with other similar devices but with different technologies (such as the CO2 Laser and Ulthera), many patients find the Infini® treatments more comfortable and the recovery quick and easy.
There are very few side effects associated with the procedure. Some patients have slight erythema (redness) afterward, but it usually subsides within 24 hours. Treatment time is usually fifteen minutes to one hour. Although improvement can often be seen after one treatment, we suggest three to four sessions, spaced about four weeks apart. Consultations are free in our office. Before Infini®, both microneedling and radiofrequency were methods used around the world for many decades. Microneedling alone done with a small pen like device provided limited results for wrinkles and acne scarring. Radiofrequency energy delivered from the surface with a device such as Thermage® or Thermi® often do not produce the thermal coagulation zones in the dermis needed for optimal results. Moreover, it is important to address the danger of indiscriminate heating of all tissues from the surface of skin, which may cause long term deleterious effects such as, melting of the subcutaneous fat and cause a haggard look to the face. This unwanted effect was seen with Thermage® in some patients after years or decades of treatment. Infini® addresses these concerns by selective targeted heating in deep dermis and yields results that catapult us into a 21st century where plastic surgery has fallen behind the non-surgical procedures in facial rejuvenation. Along with Infini®, Palm Beach Botox also offers full spectrum of facial aesthetic services. Palm Beach Botox, 16244 S. Mlitary Trail, Suite 150. www.palmbeachbotox.com 561-376-2790.
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Boca’s economic development report By: Jessica Del Vecchio, Boca’s Economic Development Manager
Leadership award and delivered their 250th unit to the market.
Sensus Healthcare A leader in their industry, Boca-based Sensus Healthcare offers non-surgical skin cancer treatment on a global scale. They launched in June of 2010 and went public over the summer. As part of the IPO, they were invited to ring the opening bell at the NASDAQ. Going public isn’t the only milestone the Sensus team has achieved, they recently won their second Frost & Sullivan Global Technology
national audience and has an impressive economic impact on our area. Last year, 25,908 fans were in attendance and ESPN reported a viewership of 2 million households in the US, South America, the Caribbean and Australia.
Being a bit unfamiliar with the Frost and Sullivan award, we asked Sensus CEO, Joe Sardano what it meant to him and his team to be recognized. Sardano said, “Receiving this very prestigious Frost & Sullivan award for the second time is a clear indication of our innovative spirit, our reliable technology, and our commitment to providing our physicians and patients with more options to treat skin cancer with outstanding outcomes. This credit goes to the 80+ dermatology offices that provide their patients this non-surgical choice as well as the thousands of patients who have had the experience of being treated for their skin cancer with no anesthesia, cutting, bleeding, stitching, scarring or pain.” We’re always interested in hearing what factors weigh in when companies select Boca Raton as the location for their corporate headquarters. Sardano told us, “It was a very simple choice as we felt the quality of life standards were clearly met for our executive team and their families, along with a great employee pool and a multi-cultural atmosphere. The people of Boca Raton and our customer base have clearly opened their arms to our company and products. They have proved to us that we made the right decision in bringing Sensus to South Florida.”
The Palm Beach County Sports Commission conducted an economic impact analysis of the event and estimated that the 2015 Boca Raton Bowl had a total economic impact of $10.4 million and generated 7,680 room nights as part of $5.6 million in direct spending. We asked ESPN’s executive director Doug Mosley, what made our city an ideal location for a bowl game and he said, “Our December weather is the envy of every place else and FAU Stadium is one of the best venues in all of college football when you consider its unique combination of fan amenities and great sight lines from every seat. We’re blessed to have phenomenal support from our community and look forward to this becoming a long-standing holiday tradition.” Tickets are on sale now and range in price from $27-$47. Robb and Stucky returns Luxury home furnishings retailer Robb and Stucky recently returned to Boca Raton. They’re currently constructing a two story - 30,000-square-foot showroom at 1353 North Federal Highway, which is slated to open spring 2017.
Are you ready for some football? The third annual Boca Raton Bowl is scheduled for Tuesday, December 20th at 7 p.m. The game is televised on ESPN and features top teams from partner conferences - the Mid-American Conference, Conference USA and the American Athletic Conference. The bowl game is an incredible event that highlights FAU stadium, showcases our city to an inter-
Mayor Susan Haynie and our council members attended the recent groundbreaking and welcomed the Robb and Stucky team back to our city. At the ceremony, President Steve Lush said, “We’re very excited to be back in Boca and to reunite the great Robb & Stucky brand with the great city of Boca Raton.” Have corporate news to share or looking to relocate/expand your company to Boca Raton? Contact the City’s economic development office at economicdevelopment@ myboca.us or 561-393-7761.
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Boca Chamber program inspires youth to create, run businesses By: Marisa Gottesman Associate Editor Before Skylar Mandell completed the Boca Chamber’s YEA! program, she said she was shy and lacked confidence. After, she said she knew how to create and market a business and communicate effectively all while attending high school
and participating in school activities. YEA!, which stands for Young Entrepreneurs Academy, is a nine-month program that walks students in grades 6-12 through the process of starting their own businesses. Mandell participated in the program last school year as a sophomore. Now, the
2016 YEA! graduate is a junior at Boca’s Saint Andrew’s School and a business owner. Her original business “Moody Buddhi” morphed into the Florida Sea Turtle Company, a bracelet company that features sea turtles. “I was able to develop a business and learn about business and marketing,” she said about the program, which meets every Wednesday for nine months. “I realized I like making bracelets.” When she completed YEA! she said Blueline Surf & Paddle, a store in Jupiter offered to sell her bracelets as a trial run. “I would create all kids of bracelets,” she said. “One design was a turtle bracelet. One day, Blueline called me up and they said we are selling out of your sea turtle bracelets.”
REX CHAPMAN Rex Chapman is a former two-time All-SEC standout at the University of Kentucky. He was the first player ever drafted by the Charlotte Hornets and had a remarkable NBA career that stretched over 12 years.
Now, her brightly colored beaded handmade bracelet with a seat turtle charm can be purchased at several stores. Since sales began in May she estimates she has sold more than 3,000 bracelets. Part of her business model includes giving back. Of all sales, 10 percent of pro-
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Through the class, students develop business ideas, write business plans, conduct market research, pitch their plans to a panel of investors, and actually launch and run their own real, legal, fully formed companies. One of the biggest challenges of the program she said was when they gave the students an outline of what a business plan looks like. “It was very detailed about 20 pages something like an adult would have,” she said. Her biggest hurdle she said was getting over fear. The program ends with an event where the students pitch their business to the “sharks” similar to the television show “Shark Tank.” “I wasn’t the most confident person. I was shy. I lacked communication skills,” she said. “My communication skills definitely developed. I feel more confident. If I didn’t do the program, I wouldn’t be inspired to do my business today. I am really grateful.”
Throughout his professional career, Rex had 10 major surgeries leading to an addiction to painkillers and later, a dependency to Suboxone, a prescribed medication used to battle opioid addiction. He is now an advocate for drug addiction.
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Founder of the Florida Sea Turtle Company, Skylar Mandell. Submitted photo.
“I learned so much more than I actually thought I was going to,” she said of the program. “It was intense, but it was definitely worth it.” She said she signed up for the program to get a jump start on college preparation because she wants to major in business.
Bracelets can be purchased at the following locations: Boardroom on Atlantic (Delray), Mora Girls (Deerfield Beach), Fannies Finds (Parkland), Blueline Surf & Paddle (Jupiter), Gumbo Limbo Gift Shop (Boca Raton), Daggerwing Nature Center (Boca Raton), Sonic Surf Shop (Ft. Pierce), Gift Shack at Office Depot Foundation (Boca Raton) Suncoast Surf Shop (Treasure Island), Salty Dog Surf Shop (Daytona Beach and Ormond Beach), and Cathy’s Place (Cape Cod, MA.) For more information on the Florida Sea Turtle Company, visit www.Floridaseaturtlecompany.com or send an email to Floridaseaturtlecompany@gmail.com.
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Website allows guests to give host ‘friendly reminder’ about food allergies, aversions By: Marisa Gottesman Associate Editor Making dinner for a group of friends and can’t remember who is allergic to the peanut dressing in your Asian salad? Or are you attending an event and don’t know how to politely remind the host that you recently hopped on the paleo diet? Melanie Lajeunesse is taking the awkwardness out of food allergies and food aversions through her website, Friendly Reminders. The website allows people to create and share their “culinary profiles” with others online. That may include life-threatening allergies to shell fish or a note that someone is gluten free. It also allows you to list your favorite dishes and ones you could do without. Lajeunesse, co-founder and CEO of Delray-based Friendly Reminders, said the idea started when she was on vacation with her family. Her mom was talking about a recent dinner party she hosted for a group of her friends. Of all things, she said one of her mother’s friends has an intolerance to chicken and she was serving chicken. “She had completely forgot,” Lajeunesse said. “She makes this chicken dish and these people come over and halfway through the meal he has to get up and excuse himself. My mom feels awful that she forgot and this guy feels awful for a different reason.”
Lajeunesse said she realized how awkward the situation was and how often it happens with her own friends who are either vegetarian or gluten free or have allergies. “You feel bad rattling off this whole list of things you can’t eat,” she said. “There’s so much uncomfortableness.” After hearing her mom’s story, she said she started researching online to see if there was a way to communicate food intolerances, allergies and aversions easier. “I couldn’t find anything,” she said. “We share everything about our lives online. What do we not tell each other online? But nothing existed.” So, she called her friend who is a web developer and they began to create a way to make hosting a party a little easier when it comes to food. Her goal was to be able to host a dinner party and not worrying about preparing a meal someone hates or can’t eat. The duo opened the site to their friends and family in Nov. 2015 and launched it in April. The site is free to use and signing up involves an email address and password or can be linked to a Facebook account. On your profile, you can list your favorite dishes, foods you dislike and any diets or restrictions you have from allergies. You can also create a group for regular meet-ups or an event for a party that you can invite guests to. If you want to invite
Friendly Reminders founders Melanie Lajeunesse (CEO) and Rob Underwood (CTO). Submitted photo.
guests you are given a unique URL address.
“Anybody who follows the link can enter their information and it’s added to your group or event,” she said. From that information, you will receive a report based on all the information people entered. The website will send you an overview with a pie chart that will show any overlapping allergies in the group or aversions. A bar chart will indicate popular foods and ones that guests dislike. Eventually, she said she would like to add a feature that will provide a recommended recipe based on the information provided by the group. For more information or to create your culinary profile, visit https://myfriendlyreminders.com.
Determining liability, effects in crash By: Shane Farnsworth, P.A. Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers the other party’s insurance paying to fix your car or you paying your deductible to get your car fixed. It can reduce or eliminate money you may be entitled to if you are injured in the crash. Lastly, a negative determination of liability will likely lead to your auto insurer raising your rates or even electing to not renew your policy. So, how is liability determined?
In some automobile crashes liability may seem clear. For example, you are stopped for traffic and the vehicle behind you crashes into your car. Seems pretty obvious the car that struck you in the rear is liable, right? Not necessarily. The State of Florida does have a rebuttable presumption that the rear vehicle is at fault. That presumption can be overcome though if the rear driver can show a mechanical failure in their car, there is testimony the front vehicle made a sudden or unexpected stop or the front vehicle was illegally stopped in the roadway. As you can see, liability can be and often is challenged in motor vehicle crashes. Why is this important to know? The liability determination affects the damages you can receive or be required to pay due to the crash. It may be the difference between
The first possibility is immediately following a motor vehicle crash. If a person involved in the crash makes a statement against their interest, it may be used as evidence that they caused the crash. That is why you should not discuss the crash with anyone but the police. When the police arrive they will speak with the people involved in the crash and perform an investigation. As part of the investigation the police will issue a report. In the report they often will designate who they determine as liable for the crash. The police may also issue traffic citations if warranted. Pleading guilty to or being found guilty and adjudicated of a traffic violation may be used as evidence of liability. While the police investigation is a factor, it is not the final determination of liability. The insurance companies involved will also conduct their own investigation. Based on the information obtained, the insurance companies will make their own determina-
tion of liability. In doing so the insurance company often decides what percentage of liability, if any, they are accepting. However, these determinations are not final determinations of liability either. If a motor vehicle crash case cannot be resolved it will ultimately end up in litigation. During the litigation process, the final determination of liability is the responsibility of a jury. After hearing the evidence, the jury will be charged with apportioning the liability. The jury may decide that a party is completely liable, not liable or partially liable. Florida is a “pure” comparative fault State in motor vehicle crash cases. This allows a
jury to award total damages minus the portion equal to the other party’s percentage of fault. For example, if you were awarded $100,000 and determined to be 20 percent liable, your award would be reduced by 20 percent to $80,000. As you can see, the determination of liability plays a significant role in Florida motor vehicle crashes and any questions regarding it should be directed to an experienced personal injury attorney. Shane Farnsworth is an attorney at Shane M. Farnsworth, P.A. in Delray Beach. He represents clients in the areas of personal injury, insurance disputes and civil litigation. His office can be reached at 561272-8337 or online at shanemfarnsworth. com.
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New app developed in Boca Raton merges shopping with gaming By: Marisa Gottesman Associate Editor When Social Voucher started, the com-
“We decided we didn’t want to be a
pany had dreams of creating a service
shared coupon company,” Parker said.
that combined Groupon and social me-
“This is the only real game out there. We
dia.
have real products.”
But one meeting changed the entire vi-
It was during a staff meeting that he said
sion. With help from consultants who
his team decided online gamers and
were involved with the launch of Twitter,
shoppers have more in common than
Waze and the augmented reality technol-
you would think.
ogy of Wisconsin-based ARrival Labs, the Social Voucher team, led by search engine Inktomi co-founder Gerald Park-
“Gamers and shoppers have the same psychology,” he said. “It’s habitual.”
er, decided to combine mobile gaming
So after about two years, Parker said he
and e-commerce.
has created an app that can’t already be
The result, a new app called Stocket created in Boca Raton. The interactive game gives users the ability to open and run their own store with products that can actually be purchased and delivered to your home. Stocket has 1,600 retail partners that sell all types of items from clothing from Nordstrom to televisions from Best Buy.
found in the app store. The app is free and works across all mobile app platforms. When you sign up, you create your store and you can select seven products to sell. You can purchase your own items and items in other stores. You can invite your friends to purchase your products as well. Those actual products will arrive at your doorstep if you purchase them.
A look at Stocket a new gaming app that combines shopping and gaming. Submitted photo.
“Gamers aren’t just 14 and 15 year olds
Voucher acquired Wisconsin-based AR-
anymore,” Parker said, adding he thinks
rival Labs in 2014. Two consultants on
the game will attract online shoppers and
the app are located in Tel Aviv. One sent
aspiring entrepreneurs.
the first ever Tweet and the other named
“We think we will create new gamers,” he
the traffic app Waze.
said. “People who have always wanted to
Social Voucher has also received cloud
own their own business, but never had
server grants from Google and Microsoft.
the money to do it.” Eventually, he said he hopes the game will incorporate augmented reality features. To help implement those aspects, Social
“We think what we have created is going to create a lot of buzz,” Parker said. Learn more about Social Voucher at http://socialvoucher.com.
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Biz briefs Best Wishes relocates
Best Wishes of Delray previously located in the Marketplace of Delray Plaza, has changed locations after decades of providing postal, retail, and jewelry/watch repair needs. It has relocated to the Bed Bath & Beyond Plaza just across the Atlantic and Military intersection, 14852 S. Military Trail. Services include notary public, in-house expert watch and jewelry repair, Fax & Copy, pack-and-ship services and all current mailing services provided by USPS. For any questions, contact 561-495-0880. Corcoran Group provides free transportation
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an-branded eco-friendly shuttle can transport five passengers and can be ordered from Downtowner (http://www.ridedowntowner.com/cities/delray-beach/) from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily.
FRLA welcomes new regional director for Palm Beach
The Corcoran Group shuttle features a driver who acts a Corcoran brand ambassador as well as iPads displaying videos and information about Corcoran in Delray Beach. “Corcoran’s shuttle allows those in Delray Beach the flexibility to travel the town freeof-charge while eliminating the burden of parking in the busy retail areas,” states Regional Senior Vice President Bill Yahn. “It is a tangible expression of our ‘Live Who You Are’ philosophy and further commitment to our vibrant community.” NAWBO launches Palm Beach County chapter The National Association of Women Business Owners has started a new South Florida chapter in Palm Beach County.
The Corcoran Group in Delray Beach is providing transportation to area residents and visitors with a free shuttle service, relieving parking challenges in the town’s oceanfront and retail areas. The Corcor-
To become a member of NAWBO visit NAWBO.org or join the “NAWBO Palm Beach” chapter on Facebook to get more information on the next event.
NAWBO aims to give local women the opportunity to connect, network, and grow their businesses. The chapter launched at the end of Sept. with an event at Farmers Table in Boca.
nonprofit peer mentoring organization for women CEOs and Senior Executives in South Florida and is the Founder of Cross Network Marketing, Inc. (CNMI), a marketing consulting firm. FRLA is Florida’s non-profit hospitality industry trade association. Its mission is to ‘Protect, Educate and Promote’ Florida’s $89.1 billion hospitality industry which represents 23 percent of Florida’s economy and more than 1.2 million employees. Yaffa Senior Services celebrates one-year anniversary
The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association announced Jodi Cross as the new Palm Beach Regional Director, representing Palm Beach and Hendry Counties. As regional director Cross will support members, mobilize grassroots operations and bolster ongoing communications between FRLA headquarters and local offices. She will join FRLA’s ten current regional directors and managers to represent fifteen chapters across the state. Cross has more than 20 years of experience in sales and marketing in the hospitality industry, including with Sonesta Resorts and Hotels, Trump National Doral Miami Golf and PGA National Resort & Spa. She has served as the Executive Director of The Commonwealth Institute South Florida, a
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Pastimes that have past By: Jeremy Office P.h.D, CFP, CIMA, MBA Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers
The once prominent American pastime, baseball, has developed into America’s old-fashioned past. In fact, TV viewership for the Major League Baseball’s Midsummer Classic since 1980 has plunged 55 percent while baseball’s paramount
event, the World Series, only attracts roughly one-eighth the audience of the Super Bowl. Despite this fall in viewership, baseball remains relatively unchanged since its inception. Football, on the other hand, has evolved from a weekend game to a worldwide entertainment sporting event, surpassing the loftiest expectations. The Super Bowl has replaced the World Series as the largest sporting event on an annual basis. Perhaps the fall of America’s traditional pastime can be attributed to the bourgeoning of Millennials, the largest demographic the U.S. has ever seen, and the shrinking of the Baby Boomers. In fact, MLB viewers are the oldest of any sport, with 50 percent being over the age of 50. Baseball is much slower than its football counterpart. The fast pace and showmanship of football identifies more with today’s millennials and is indicative of their appeal to transforming consumer trends. The trends, pastimes, and milestones of the Baby Boomers are drastically different for millennials. Millennials have grown up in a time of rapid change, giving them a set of priorities and expec-
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tations sharply different from previous generations. The premise of the American Dream – owning a home, buying a car, raising 2.5 children – has been altered. Baby Boomers growing up following World War II trailed consumerism and the pursuit of the American Dream. America saw a spike in homeownership rates beginning in 1941 continuing until the early 1960s. Car ownership rates also skyrocketed, nearly doubling during the same interval and even exceeding homeownership rates. Over sixty years later we observe the opposite for both trends, gradual falling homeownership and car ownership rates. These trends have been shaped by the history of the environment millennials have grown up in. The severe economic conditions of the financial crisis affected people all over the world. Millennials were no exception to the crisis. Witnessing the consequences of the economic crisis on family and friend’s employment, investment portfolios, retirement plans, and overall financial livelihoods has led to a lasting impact. Despite the improved labor market in the U.S., evidence suggests the fallout from the recession is still affecting Millennials. The unfortunate timing of entering the workforce during a difficult economic backdrop led many to stay in school for perhaps another degree and ride out the economic storm. With towering levels of student loan debt, not enough income to sustain rising living expenses, and an unpredictable future for prospective job opportunities, Millennials display a propensity to act in fear instead of the greed of previous generations. Consequently, the effects of the global recession have altered the path to adulthood for many millennials. The recession transformed perspectives and rewrote the approach to life planning. Because of this unique economic situation, the pace of Millennials joining the homeownership ranks and forming households has been delayed, the inclination to rent or live with roommates has risen, and the duration of living at home with parents has been extended. According to the Pew Research Center, in 2012, only 23 percent of adults aged 18-31 were married and living in their own household compared to 56 percent of the same age group in 1968. But it is unlikely these trends are perpetual. As Millennials enter their peak home-buying years (25 to 35), their hesitation to purchase a home will likely fade away. The immense size of this
demographic as well as its desire to settle down could follow surging home sales in the not so distant future. Growing up immersed in technology and interconnectivity, millennials have embraced the plethora of digital resources available. Because of their reluctance to buy big ticket items such as cars and luxury goods, Millennials have turned towards a new set of services that provide access to products without the burden of ownership giving rise to a “sharing economy.” Uber and Lyft are just two companies that millennials have embraced as industry experts predict that 25 years from now (or less), car sharing will be the norm, and car ownership an anomaly. In addition, Airbnb, an online marketplace allowing users to list, find and rent vacation homes, is disrupting the way travelers traditionally book lodging. Leading this change to no surprise are millennials, where 75 percent of them say travel is one of the most important things to them. Understanding the effects of the Great Recession on the millennial generation is far from complete, but some truths are evident: The recession caused many Americans born roughly between 1981 and 1996 to alter the traditional American pastimes. Millennials have grown up during a time of technological advancement, globalization and uncharted economic times that has given them a different set of perspectives and experiences than their parents. They have fueled the growth of the “sharing economy,” delayed or avoided substantial purchases, and introduced an entirely new approach to the ways we buy and sell. Now that the Baby Boomer generation is declining, traditional business approaches to consumer trends will no longer carry weight. Understanding how this drastic shift in demographics will affect our globalized economy and what it means for the future of America’s predominant services will enable you to adapt your business or portfolio to this new wave of consumerism. About Maclendon Wealth Management Maclendon Wealth Management is a boutique multi-family office built on a foundation of traditional values, sophisticated knowledge and custom-tailored solutions. We cater to successful, affluent individuals, families and businesses that have an entrepreneurial mindset and are looking for a dedicated team and exceptional wealth management services.
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Delray startup allows you to book, pay, rate local service providers on one site ment. There was a list of items the providers wanted to learn more information about circulating and they shared issues they struggle with.
By: Marisa Gottesman Associate Editor You can make a dinner reservation on your smart phone. You can buy any item imaginable from someone who has it even if they are halfway across the world with a few clicks of a computer mouse. But it can be difficult to find someone you trust to clean your house, give you a massage or help you meditate. Delray Beach-based startup Rooster is aiming to make connecting with service providers easier for both the business owner and the client. Their online booking platform provides a place for massage therapists and tennis instructors to promote their services and gives people looking for those services a place to find them. The idea started when one of the founders Brian Niles needed to find someone to clean his house before his in-laws came for a visit. “I went to Google. I went to Angie’s List,” he said. Ultimately, he said he used someone his mother recommended. He said he agreed to pay her $100. But when he came home to pay her, she informed him it would actually cost $140 because she brought an assistant. “It was something that really frustrated me,” he said of his experience. He realized the cleaning service that was good for his mom wasn’t necessarily a good fit for what he needed. He said that concept applies to all service providers and it was an issue he knew could be tackled. With a problem to solve, the original Rooster team of founders Niles, Shana Ostrovitz and Patrick Stinus, met on nights, weekends and holidays to come up with a way to make it easier to find quality service providers. They all had full-time jobs and began meeting up
whenever they had spare time. The result? Rooster. The name Rooster pays homage to Niles’ dog who is an early riser, thus earning the nickname Rooster. The team also agrees that roosters are reliable, just like their platform.
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Clutter is in medical school so she said being able to use the Rooster website gives her one less thing to worry about. She doesn’t have to worry about missing a phone call from a potential client when she is working or in class because all issues are handled through the site.
After working for about three years, the website launched in September with health and wellness providers like yoga instructors, personal trainers and massage therapists. With a few clicks of a mouse you can book a massage that fits your budget and schedule without having to call every local spa.
“People book and pay up front,” she said.
Stinus pointed out that there has been no fundamental shift in booking services since the telephone.
Ostrovitz said the team set out to create a place where providers grow and thrive. They want to make it easier for service providers and allow them to focus on their area of expertise while Rooster handles the rest.
“You still have to call and hunt and play phone tag,” he said. When building the business, the team said they quickly realized they needed to focus on the service provider. “The service providers really struggle with business,” Niles said. “Personal trainers aren’t always business people.” So the team decided to come up with a way to make it easier for the provider. Providers on Rooster can book and manage appointments through the site, receive marketing tools to promote their businesses and process payments. There is no membership fee or monthly fee to be on the Rooster site. Rooster also doesn’t charge for any bookings made by an existing client of the provider, so it is business as usual for regular customers. The company does receive a 10 percent cut on any new bookings made. All transactions are subject to a standard credit card processing fee. But the team said the most important tool it provides its Rooster providers and customers is a community.
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“This platform is really easy,” said massage therapist Sarah Clutter. “They have thought of everything.”
“The glue to everything is to make them feel supported and loved,” Stinus said. At a recent meet-up, service providers were able to come together to discuss issues they face. For some it was coming up with ways to market themselves. For others it was dealing with billing and pay-
“It feels good that we are delivering what we set out to do,” she said. “We want to help other people. That’s what’s rewarding to us.” If you are a service provider interested in joining Rooster or you would like to book a service, visit https://roosterlocal. com.
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Boca meal plan company touts food done convenient way By: Marisa Gottesman Associate Editor The model allows you to pick however many meals you want without a minimum order, commitment or contract. It also allows you to select foods you like to eat so you aren’t paying for something you don’t like.
Frustrated by the meal plans they were on, Casey Cochran and Stephen Kaiser knew there had to be a better way to produce meal plans that were convenient, tasty and healthy. So the two business partners, who met through mutual friends decided they wanted come up with the solution together.
But Cochran said the main focus is convenience. “We have a lot of members who never step foot in the gym,” he said. “It has to be convenient first, taste good and then it has to be healthy. If it’s not easy eventually you are going to stop doing it.”
“We were both kinda afflicted over the fact that we liked the meal plan process, but the execution was lacking,” Cochran said of meal plans he tried. Their concept: Fit Food Fresh focuses on good food, bigger portions and letting people pick what they like to eat.
But that doesn’t mean the food isn’t tasty and healthy, he said. Each week, more than 70 food options are up for grabs that are suitable for gluten allergies, paleo, vegetarians and other diets.
“We made it how we wanted,” Cochran said of the plan. “We made it from the members perspective.” But it took time to come up with the business, Cochran said, explaining neither he or Kaiser had experience in the food industry. “I can burn water,” Cochran said. “We were in over our heads in the beginning.” But two years later, he said more than 400 individuals and offices in the Tri-County area are signed up to receive meals delivered to their door steps. “We like being small and local,” he said. “It’s really cool to be local. We don’t want to be the biggest. We want to be the best.” Staying local is a focus for the Boca Raton based company. That’s because they solicit feedback constantly and
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want the truth from their customers. “We like making sure the members are comfortable with us by being honest,” he said. “We really want to have a relationship with our members. We continuously adapt.” In addition to providing the customer the experience that Cochran and Kaiser want in their meal plans, they said they want to provide food options for everyone.
His favorite dishes include a curry chicken dish, chicken marsala, meatloaf and arroz con pollo. He said his palette has expanded because he never cared for curry or mushrooms before. As for healthy, he said the executive chef knows every ingredient in each dish, even the ketchup is made in house from scratch. “He’s so meticulous,” Cochran said of the chef. “You can test the love in the food.” The food is delivered twice a week before 6 a.m. and you can refrigerate it until you are ready to heat it up and eat it. For those who want to skip the delivery process, meals can be picked up at the Boca headquarters.
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Trendy office: Palm Beach Tech 1 Tell us about your company and what it means to you to have a well-designed office space? Palm Beach Tech Space is an initiative to support emerging entrepreneurs and early stage startup companies in Downtown West Palm Beach. It’s important for us to have a vibrant industrial feel to our space - a place that our members feel comfortable in working everyday.
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We weren’t so concerned with the design as much as the community it attracts. For example, Indy Hall in Philadelphia has had much of its design created over time by its community of members - from artwork, to desks, to the office traditions.
3 What is your favorite part/design of your office space and why? The pieces that were never panned - the ideas that came naturally from the community, like creating artwork out of wood benches or buying the comfiest chairs. When you get others involved in the design process, they feel invested and committed in the space itself.
4 Do you feel that having a well designed and inspiring office has changed the way you and your employees work? Of course, people love being in a great workspace. People are naturally attracted to work at places they feel confident and comfortable in.
5 If you could use one word to describe the feel of the office space, what would it be? Community.
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Light & airy 4 BR, 3 ½ BA pool home offering 100' on the water with dock. An open floor plan boasting 2,649 sq. ft. under air with soaring 12' ceilings and abundant natural light. Split bedrooms, fireplace and kitchen with breakfast bar. Desirable southern exposure and just seconds to Lake Ida. Improvements will bring you instant equity.
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Absolutely amazing views of the Intracoastal from this first floor condominium at The Barrton. Beautifully updated and very desirable 2 BR, 2 BA with crown molding and impact glass windows throughout. Ceramic tile floors in the living areas and wood floors in the bedrooms. Well maintained and move-in ready. This building offers a front desk staff, pool on the Intracoastal, exercise room, guest suite, party room and beautifully updated lobby. Just blocks to Atlantic Avenue.
Tropic Cay ~ Delray Beach
3 BR, 2 ½ BA, 2 car garage two story townhomes in Tropic Isle. 1,800 sq. ft. under air. 10' ceilings on the first floor, 9' ceilings on the second floor. Top of the line finishes, hardwood floors, solid core doors, granite countertops, plus brick paver walkways and driveways. Only 2 Phase 2 units are currently available. Starting at $419,000.
Cheran Marek, 561-870-8855
Linda Welch, 561-951-6433 NEW LISTING
Parkview Manor ~ $400,000
Completely renovated 2 BR, 2 BA second floor unit with a spacious screen enclosed porch, plus high impact windows and sliding glass doors. Interior features include porcelain tile floors throughout, full size stack washer and dryer, abundant closet space and a high end modern kitchen with breakfast bar. An intimate complex near the Intracoastal with only 16 units, one small pet permitted. Just one block to Atlantic Avenue.
Susan Ring, 561-441-4150
Ambassadors East ~ $319,000
Immaculate 2 BR, 2 BA condominium on the second floor with pool and ocean views. Interior features include hurricane impact windows and sliders, plus an updated master bath. This Highland Beach oceanfront community features two heated pools, 24 hour security, on-site management, exercise rooms, his & her saunas, club/party rooms and underground parking.
Sue Tauriello, 561-441-4200
Quail Run Lakefront ~ $245,000
Looking for a lake view? Consider this a must see! Well maintained, light & airy 3 BR, 2 BA coach home with a 1 car garage and a screen enclosed porch. This ground floor end unit features a kitchen with breakfast bar, ceramic tile floors, split bedrooms and indoor laundry. This Boynton Beach community is pet friendly with a clubhouse, pool and 2 tennis courts.
Linda Welch, 561-951-6433
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Spotlight on luxury home developer Frank McKinney By: Marisa Gottesman Associate Editor You may know him from his work changing the Delray oceanfront with his custom spec homes or from his work building self-sustaining villages in Haiti. Or you may have read one of his books or attended one his seminars. Delray resident Frank McKinney does it all: designs ocean front custom homes for the ultra-wealthy, builds villages for the poor, writes, holds seminars and even has time for his passion, running. From his treehouse office, which became quite controversial with the city a few years back, McKinney shared what he is up to now. Professionally, he is working on completing a “micro-mansion” in Ocean Ridge. He said he got the idea to build the oxymoronic home after some of his clients expressed interest in downsizing from their mansions. They said they were only using some of the house and wanted something smaller that included all the luxury finishes. He said he didn’t have anything to offer them and then realized he could reinvent himself with the micro-mansion concept. He said the idea is a huge risk that he hopes pays off because he has spent a chunk of his career building bedrooms larger than the entire home. But his entire career hasn’t been all about creating opulent homes for the rich. He revamped tons of houses along Delray’s Bankers Row and the Northwest and Southwest neighborhoods. “Bankers Row was full of crack hous-
fashion, he chained himself to the treehouse deeming himself a “treehouse hugger” and charged people $25 to watch a crane lift him and the house to the other tree. Of course, that money was donated to charity, he said.
for $1. Since then, it has evolved into
Ironically, he said the treehouse is now deemed a historic property as is the house.
to the extreme.
He is also busy giving back by building self-sustaining villages in Haiti. For under $300,000 he can build 40-50 homes, a school, a clinic, a community center, water wells, solar lightning and all the
of a bore. He doesn’t drink, smoke, gamble or overeat. He said he lives a clean lifestyle, but he does like to push things For him, that extreme is running. And it isn’t just a run down A1A. He is no stranger to running in Death Valley. He recently was there for the Death Valley Badwater 135-mile Ultramarathon, which is considered the toughest race in the world by National Geographic. racers from 24 countries this year. It takes place in July and starts at 282 feet
He flipped homes there aimed at attracting first time homebuyers.
below sea level. Air temperatures can exceed 130 degrees, and ground temps are more than 200 degrees. The race covers
“Delray was really undervalued and really dead,” he said. “Boca was it. Palm Beach was it.”
135 miles through the Mojave, over three mountain ranges, and finishes nearly 8,500 feet above sea level.
Now, he said he is priced out of Delray. An oceanfront lot 10 years ago went for $7,500 a square foot. Now, he said it costs $100,000. So a property he could have purchased for $750,000 is now going for $10 million.
That’s why when he built a treehouse on the property without a permit, the issue wound up going all the way to the state supreme court. How did it end? He had to move the treehouse from one tree to another, where it still exists. In a dramatic
And in his free time he admitted he’s a bit
It is an invitation only race that had 97
es,” he said. “And I mean crack cocaine homes not cracked foundations.”
But just because he builds over-the-top homes doesn’t mean he has one. His home is the only historic home in the city of Delray with an ocean view.
building villages.
He recently shared his experience competing this time with a group of runners at Delray’s Fleet Feet Sports and plans to hold an “Aspire” event seminar this month where 50 people “won’t sit still, stand still or stay in one place.” essentials needed to live. He has completed more than 20 self-sufficient villages through his nonprofit, Caring House Project Foundation.
Proceeds will go toward his nonprofit and
The foundation started in 1998 when the nonprofit purchased rundown single-family homes, renovated them and rented them to elderly homeless people
Project built in Jeremie, Haiti.
rebuilding homes destroyed during Hurricane Matthew. According to updates on social media, the hurricane destroyed more than 450 homes that Caring House For more information, visit http://www. frank-mckinney.com/frank-mckinneys-aspire-event-moving-conference/
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Clive Daniel Home selected for renovations at Highland Beach condominium Staff report
Clive Daniel Hospitality, a division of the luxury home furnishings retailer Clive Daniel Home, has been selected to update the interior design for Regency Highland, a gated condominium community situated along the Intracoastal Waterway in the Town of Highland Beach. The 4,300-square-foot project includes the installation of new flooring in the condominium’s public spaces, as well as updating the interior design in the main lobby and the billiard and community rooms.
“We wanted to bring the public spaces to life; to design something that would appeal to the new generation of residents, while creating a fresh new space for the existing residents to enjoy,” said Kerry Pouliot, Sales Manager at Clive Daniel Home. “The new social room accomplishes this goal with soft contemporary furnishings, beautiful wood veneer wrapped columns and a soft color palette.”
Daniel Home, staffed by seasoned design professionals specializing in hospitality and commercial projects across the country. Clive Daniel Home is now
open at 1351 NW Boca Raton Boulevard in Boca Raton. Clive Daniel Home was established in 2011, and is based in Naples, Florida.
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Delray retail plaza trades for more than $315 per-square-foot (IPA) senior director Douglas K. Mandel, along with Barry Wolfe, Senior Director of both Marcus & Millichap’s National Retail Group and Net Leased Properties Group and Alan Lipsky, an Associate with Marcus & Millichap’s National Retail Group, negotiated the sale of Lincoln Park. Mandel, Wolfe and Lipsky represented both the buyer and seller in the transaction.
Staff report Lincoln Park shopping plaza has been purchased for $12,850,000. Pineapple Grove Association, LLC, managed by Craig Romer and Bob Dockerty, purchased the 1985-built center for approximately $315 per square foot, from Lincoln Park LLC, an entity controlled by Michael Janoura of Janoura Realty & Management. It last traded for $2.9 million in 1999. sional and medical tenants. It has historically experienced very strong occupancy with 40 percent of the tenants having been in place for more than 15 years, according
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What is a HUD REO Home and how can I buy one? By: Christel Silver Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers A HUD home is a one-to-four unit single-family residence acquired as a result of a foreclosure on an FHA-insured mortgage. REO stands for real estate-owned property: a type of property that has failed to sell at a foreclosure auction, has been claimed by the lender and is up for sale again.
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An FHA loan is a mortgage insured by the Federal Housing Administration, a government agency within the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. (HUD). Borrowers with FHA loans pay for mortgage insurance, which protects the lender from a loss, if the borrower defaults on the loan. If the borrower forecloses on the mortgage, the house goes back to HUD. HUD has hired a management company to make sure the houses are in safe condition, an asset management contractor overseeing the listing and selling process (Sage Acquisition) and also selected Brokers, who are able to list and sell these homes. These Brokers are specially trained and under strict supervision of HUD. So, who can buy a HUD home? There are three groups of buyers: Owner-Occupants Investors Government Agencies and HUD approved Non-Profit Organizations In addition, HUD offers special programs like the GNND: “Good Neighbor Next Door.” This program is for properties located in a designated revitalization area and offers discounts to firefighters, EMT’s, police and teachers. If qualified, they receive 50 percent off the list price with only $100 down payment. There are some requirements: the buyer or spouse may not have owned title to a property in the last 12 months, nor can either of them ever have purchased a property with this program before. They have to occupy the property for 36 months. (To oversee the 36-month requirement, HUD is securing a second trust interest free, which will be released after the 36-month period.) If a property qualifies for either the GNND or for a Government Agencies, the properties are offered to these groups prior of becoming available on the open market for six days. Do you need an agent to buy a HUD home? Yes. The Brokers need to be reg-
istered with HUD for him/her or his/her agents to help buyers purchase a HUD home. The process is a bidding process via online electronic bidding, and the highest bidder will be awarded. As HUD is promoting Home Ownership, homeowners receive priority for a given amount of time before investors can bid. Many questions will remain: Can I have an inspection? Can I select the closing agency? Do I have to be pre qualified? The answers are yes. If you have further questions, please contact Christel Silver at 561-929-5799. You can find more information about these programs at www.hud.gov. You can find the homes at www.hudhomestore.com. About Christel Silver Christel Silver is a full time Broker/Owner of Silver International Realty servicing the East Coast of South Florida. In 1985 she was licensed in Maryland and Washington DC as a Realtor and later as a Certified Residential Appraiser and Associate Broker and has been in Florida since 2001. The National Association of Realtor’s (NAR) President appointed her (2010-2014) as the President’s Liaison to Germany, where she grew up and worked at the Justice Department for 17 years prior to coming to this country. The German Real Estate Organization (IVD) has an agreement with the NAR and she is an International member of this organization. Christel is a Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS), and a certified speaker teaching CIPS classes. Having been President for the Florida Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Chapter, she has served as a Regional Vice President helping Chapters to grow, recently for Virginia, Central Virginia and Maryland and is now on the Board of Directors since 2015. Fifty percent of her business is in the International arena. For more information visit www.silverhouses.com.
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Ask an expert: About your condo, HOA rules By: Steven R. Braten Esq. Special to the Boca newspaper Attorneys at Goede, Adamczyk, DeBoest & Cross, respond to questions about Florida community association law. The firm represents community associations throughout Florida and focuses on condominium and homeowner association law, real estate law, civil litigation, estate planning and commercial transactions. Here are attorney Steven Braten’s answers:
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retro fit requirement, which originates from a national model code that the Florida Legislature adopted, Florida Administrative Code 69A-3.012. The deadline to comply with the retro fitting of condominium buildings that are covered with a fire sprinkler system has been extended. To be subject to the fire sprinkler retrofit requirement, your condominium association’s building or buildings must have the highest occupiable story higher than 75 feet above the lowest level of the fire department’s vehicular access. It must also not currently have fire sprinklers in the units and common areas of the building. The code does not require an existing and properly functioning fire sprinkler system to be upgraded. To verify whether your condominium building is subject to the fire sprinkler retrofit requirement you should contact your local fire official. Many of our clients in low-rise or mid-rise condominiums are opting out to be “safe.” To opt out of the code’s fire sprinkler retro fit requirement, Section 718.112 of Florida’s Condominium Act requires the association to obtain a favorable majority vote of the total voting interests of the condominium. If your building meets the code’s height requirements and your association elects to opt out, the association will need to have its building(s) evaluated by a fire protection engineer and establish a plan for an Engineered Life Safety System. For more information on this issue, I encourage you to contact your association’s legal counsel. Steven R. Braten Esq., is Managing Partner, Palm Beach of the law firm Goede, Adamczyk, DeBoest & Cross. Visit www. GADClaw.com or ask questions about your issues for future columns, send an inquiry to: bocaquestion@GADClaw.com. The information provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. The publication of this article does not create an attorney-client relationship between the reader and Goede, Adamczyk, DeBoest & Cross, or any of our attorneys. Readers should not act or refrain from acting based upon the information contained in this article without first contacting an attorney, if you have questions about any of the issues raised herein. The hiring of an attorney is a decision that should not be based solely on advertisements or this column.
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Tacos, burritos available at beachy stop Boss Tacos By: David DiPino Contributing Writer
come,” said Nickerson.
Drive-up or roll-in to Boss Tacos, no
Nickerson started in Delray Beach, at a place on Southeast Fifth Avenue he
matter the mode of transportation one
owned which used to be called Boss
thing for sure is the taste buds will be
Dogs. Nickerson is a former executive
glad with the fresh caught Mahi-Mahi
chef of Monterey Grill & Cantina in Del-
fish tacos, burritos, taco salads at Boss
ray Beach and Black Tip Reef at what is
Tacos in Boynton Beach.
now 3rd & 3rd Restaurant in Delray Beach.
Boss Tacos now has new vegetarian and
“Today Boss Tacos is beachy, it doesn’t
gluten-free options on their menu and longer hours.
have to be anything else except an in-
“We’re going to start offering the soft
tacos, good burrito or whatever. I love
formal place to hang out and have good
shell corn tortillas as well as flour torti-
Tacos!”
llas that we normally offer so we’ll have both options available,” said Brian “Boss Tacos” Nickerson. “The vegetarian taco has been requested many times. Right now I just make it on the fly for what people want. I’m just going to add it on the menu item and have it one there.” Combo deals, fajita style set-up with on-
“I do not claim to be or have authentic Brian “Boss Tacos” Nickerson and his son at Boss Tacos, 206 S. Federal Highway in Boynton Beach. Nickerson is the former executive chef at Monterey Grill & Cantina and Black Tip Reef and owned Boss Dogs in Delray Beach.
ing from chefs at Johnson & Wales in
then sent Nickerson keep sake to hang up
Rhode Island; I spent a lot of time in Bos-
in Boss Tacos. Take a trip to Boss Tacos to
ton. I hit the tristate area in my younger
find out what Billy Joel sent Nickerson as
life and I worked at a lot of pubs, places
a thank you for the great tacos.
with really good bar food, Old School
ions and peppers, and extending hours
pub food,” said Nickerson.
until 8 p.m. are all new changes at Boss
The Three Amigos is a regular special on
Tacos. Boss Tacos hours are 11a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday, Sunday’s 11a.m. - 4 p.m. at Boss Tacos, 206 S. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach (between Woolbright Road and Boynton Beach Boulevard on US 1 in south Boynton Beach). Most options on the menu are in the $5.50 to
because everything is a 24-hour turnaround.
start at $5.50 with add on options, Fish
have to sell it within 24-hours. Nothing
Tacos are market price and sides include
is pre-bagged. I get all my organic pro-
Chips & Guacamole, Rice, and Beans.
duce from Woollbright Farmer’s Market.
Boss Tacos has four stools at the Boss Ta-
I shop with them only,” All of the produce and fish Boss Tacos uses is locally grown, harvested and fished. “All of the meats are no steroids or antibiotics. I make sure of that. I researched all
Facebook page, I say after you grab some
of this beforehand,” said Nickerson.
tacos go over to Boardwalk and grab
According to Nickerson, City of Boynton
with tacos. Boss Tacos is located at the old “Pantry” location,” said Nickerson. “I managed my first kitchen at 16-yearsold. I’m from Portland, Maine originally. I’m a New Englander. I had a lot of train-
cos at 561-577-7843.
Boynton Beach, I have the freshest fish
over is quick. I have such limited space I
some gelato or Italian ice that go great
ok.com/bosstacosinc206 or call Boss Ta-
cated in Delray Beach or The Sea Mist in
erything is a 24-hour turnover. The turn-
“I support Boardwalk on my Boss Tacos
For more information visit www.facebo-
Captain Clay & Sons, 308 NE 4th St., lo-
Bowls, Taco Salads Quesadillas, Nachos
the Boss Tacos Owner.
cos, tastiest taco meats and freshest fish.
cos features fresh local Mahi-Mahi from
Twin Tacos option, Stuffed Burritos, Rice
Revitalization in the area is appealing to
ganic produce and vegetables on their ta-
beef, pork and chicken taco. The Fish Ta-
“All my prep is done every morning so ev-
ru, walk-n takeout dining options.
But, Boss Tacos does have the freshest or-
the Boss Tacos menu and features one
$8.50 price range including a Boss Tacos
cos Bar on-site for a quick bite, drive-th-
“It’s an open door and everyone’s wel-
tacos,” said Nickerson.
Beach employees, the local police force at the Boynton Beach Police Department and new Mayor of Boynton Beach, Steven B. Grant, have all eaten at Boss Tacos. Nickerson said singer Billy Joel even ordered take-out tacos from Boss Tacos and
Mahi-Mahi Fish Tacos, fish caught from Captain Clay & Sons in Delray Beach covered with locally grown organic produce at Boss Tacos, 206 S. Federal Highway in Boynton Beach.
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Then Jack Happened
Dear Jack,
I have been married about a year and a half to my husband. We recently moved a few hours away from our home state for his graduate school. I found a job and things are going well. The issue is my father-in-law. He has emailed me several times criticizing interactions I’ve had with him. For example, we had a family dinner at his home that afterwards he called me ‘ungrateful’ because I didn’t thank him to his liking. I am on a group text with his family and if I don’t respond within a short period of time to the mostly unimportant texts, while I’m at work no less, he calls me rude or distant and says this solidifies his opinion of me that I am ungrateful (for
what I don’t know). It has become borderline harassment. He overheard me talking to my sister about a problem she was having at college and rolled his eyes and said ‘Typical.’ Recently he criticized my father for similar issues about distance, aloofness etc. My husband tells me he will ‘deal with it’ once the semester is over, but in the meantime the father-in-law refuses to go to counseling or do anything about his behaviors. He says he is just telling the truth and it’s not his fault I don’t like it or gets defensive and says “Fine, no one talk to me.” My mother-in-law has been apologetic and extremely stressed out particularly due to the father-in-law’s recent retirement because she is dealing with him too. I don’t know what to do. Stressed Out Daughter-in-Law It isn’t your job to manage your FIL’s behavior. Initial it is important to avoid falling for FIL’s little power traps when he says: “I’m just telling it how it is” which is a classic go to line for rude people that believe their opinions are facts and facts are always appropriate. The “Fine, no more contact at all,” tactic is a juvenile
response that is likely a bluff you should call him on by taking him up on his offer. He’s trying to control everything and obfuscate the real issue: his poor behaviors and lack of effort to resolve them. My first reaction to the ‘resolution’ aspect of this problem is that your husband needs to get involved. I’m not buying his excuse that he is waiting for school to end to speak to his dad. He’s punting on a stressful situation not a twenty-minute conversation. He needs to put his foot down and tell the FIL to stop communicating with you in this manner, and if that is not possible, then to stop communicating with you completely. Difficult? Yes. Uncomfortable? Yes. But it is not your business to resolve your inlaws’ family problems. Maybe retirement has been hard on FIL, maybe the distance between he and his son, maybe he is having some mental health issues that have recently appeared as he has aged. But that’s not up to you to figure out. The fact that MIL is also being put through the ringer indicates that the problem is likely going on with FIL himself rather than
My Relationship Coach: Dating traps By: Riana Milne Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers I just got back from LA where I was one of five Certified Life & Love/Relationship Coaches to be in a new TV Series due out next year called Radical Dating – Finding Love After 40. We got to meet several of the final contestants who are seriously looking for an emotionally healthy, evolved love relationship. As they told their personal stories, I heard repeatedly that many fell into the “Dating Relationship Traps” – those pesky little habits or ways of thinking or acting that make you sabotage your chances at a great partnership. Dating Traps are un-
conscious choices that result in unsolvable problems; and often ends the dating relationship early on; or if you choose to stay together, creates a faulty foundation for the partnership. How many are you doing that ruin your chances for quality Love? There are 14 Dating Traps; as defined by David Steele of Relationship Coaching Institute. Here are five of them: Packaging Trap: You focus on someone’s looks, body, job, wealth, or material possessions and overlook the reality of the person on the inside. Learn to look beyond their packaging to get to the real character of someone to see if you are truly compatible. Marketing Trap: You “sell” yourself by becoming more appealing for your dates
instead of showing up authentic. You fear no one would want you as you truly are; so when the sizzle normalizes, your partner could be left disappointed and angry. Be yourself, not a “fake you.” Attraction Trap: You make a relationship choice totally based on “chemistry” or attraction. Yes, it is important – but character, integrity and matching your relationship requirements are more important; looks fad over time – but character holds true. Compatibility Trap: Often the fun-filled recreational dating does not mesh well with a serious, long-term committed relationship. A Life Partner must also be responsible have excellent Character traits, and not always focused on having fun and creating romance. Fairytale Trap: Passively expecting your
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him having specific issues toward you or your family. He’ll lash out at anyone. It’s up to him to change. I feel for the MIL because the hardest step in resolving these behaviors is getting the person to realize they need to change. Your husband and MIL need to ask for FIL to go to counseling or find some other positive outlet for his stress. If FIL refuses then there must be consequences. Consequences are tough, ignoring him or otherwise creating distance are the main options and they stink. If he tries to change but can’t that is troublesome because it might indicate a deeper mental problem that requires more thorough professional involvement. You’re going to need some of your father’s so-called ‘aloofness’ to deal with this, distance yourself, support those dealing with FIL and accept these aren’t your problems. Waiting for an apology before you reengage with FIL isn’t a bad idea either. God, in-laws, amIright? I know you have problems with your in-laws, siblings, loved ones and strangers send your problems to thenjackhappened@gmail.com “Prince Charming” to magically appear; not taking responsibility for your efforts in dating or outcomes. Or; you believe that you can live “happily ever after” without working on the relationship; all leading to being forever - Single. Be the “Chooser” and use effective scouting, sorting, screening and testing to choose an emotionally healthy and evolved life partner. Riana Milne, MA, LMHC, CAP is a Certified, global Relationship, Love & Life Coach, a #1 Best Selling author, Life & Relationship Coach for the upcoming TV Show, Radical Dating – Finding Love Over 40, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Cert Addictions Professional at Therapy by the Sea; 15300 Jog Rd, Suite 109, Delray Beach.To learn more about Riana’s Coaching programs or suggest a topic, go to www.RianaMilne.com or email RianaMilne@gmail.com. Worldwide Coaching Phone: (201) 281-7887. Delray office: (561) 701-8277.
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Storm-delayed Boca Mayors Ball still fun, festive, philanthropic event By: Dale King Contributing Writer On the evening of Oct. 8, the Second Annual Boca Raton Mayors Ball was scheduled to fill the ballroom at Broken Sound Country Club with some 400 black tie and gown-garbed guests for dinner, dancing and presentation of awards to civic organizations and leaders. But on that evening, the ballroom was empty. Hurricane Matthew arrived a couple of days earlier, and its threat to decimate a wonderful evening was enough to force postponement to Oct. 16. When that night came, the promise of Oct. 8 was fulfilled. The Steve Chase Band performed lively and nostalgic tunes, a delicious dinner of either sea bass or short ribs was served and dancers populated the floor until late in the evening. The special night was again sponsored by the Downtown Boca Raton Rotary Club, which meets Friday afternoons and has adopted a cause – to fund health and wellness programs. The festive awards distributed that night were named for George Long, the first mayor of Boca Raton, appointed in 1924. Recipients included Christine Lynn, who has donated millions to various funds, charities and organizations; the Boca Raton Resort & Club, the complex of buildings designed by famed architect Addison Mizner which put Boca Raton on the tourist map, and Boca Helping Hands, the organization which provides food, job training and educational assistance to the needy.
Rotarian Jon A. Kaye, immediate past club president and founding chair of the inaugural 2015 Mayors Ball that kicked off the new tradition last year, along with fellow club member and former Boca Raton City Councilwoman Constance J. Scott, took charge of the festivities. “Since our club’s primary goal is to keep our outstanding community growing strong, our membership created, established and presented the Boca Raton Mayors Ball as a coveted celebratory and ‘must go’ annual season opener to spotlight our city, its visionaries, stakeholders, achievements and contributions,” Kaye noted. Rotary Club President Lewis Fogel praised co-chairs Kaye, Scott and chair emeritus Kari Oeltjen for their “hard work and dedication for this outstanding event.” The club has donated $56,000 to 25 nonprofits that serve the city, $8,300 to the Rotary International Polio Plus Program to eliminate the disease worldwide and $5,000 to the Boca Raton Historical Society for community partner support for the Mayors Ball. The Rotary honored all of Boca Raton’s mayors with a procession featuring current Mayor Susan Haynie and her husband, Neil; former Mayor Susan Whelchel and husband, John; former Mayor and now Palm Beach County Commissioner Steven Abrams and wife, Debbie, and ex-Mayor Bill Smith and his wife, Bonny. Patrons at various tables around the expansive dining area and ballroom got a
Former Mayor Susan Whelchel, left, presents George Long Award to Boca philanthropist Christine Lynn. (Photo by Dale King)
Vocalist Kendra Erika sings the national anthem at the Boca Raton Mayors Ball. (Photo by Dale King)
glimpse of Boca history right in front of them. The Historical Society decorated each with bits of memorabilia from the 90-year history of the Boca Resort & Club.
Thursdays. BHH Backpacks containing snacks and meals have been distributed to more than 1,400 students 35 weeks of the school year
When it came time to hand out accolades, Resort President and General Manager John Tolbert accepted the George Long Award.
Also honored with a George Long Award was Christine Lynn, a registered nurse who married Eugene Lynn in 1980 and, together, they continued his practice of supporting various charities. She kept up his philanthropic efforts after his death in 1999.
Receiving similar honors was Boca Helping Hands. Founded in 1998, it has grown to a staff of nine full time staff members and 300 people who donate their time. It operates in quarters at the Remillard Family Resource Center on NW 1st Court. Not only does it distribute lunches to the needy six days a week, but also offers a resource center, job mentoring program, pantry program at both the Remillard Center and at the West Boca BHH site along with a family dinner program on
Lynn University was named for the couple in 1991 and Christine kept contributions flowing to Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Hospice by the Sea, the American Heart Association, the Florence Fuller Child Development Center and others. She founded the Lynn Cancer Institute at Boca Regional Hospital. Jokingly, she told the crowd: “I have told my doctors, if they keep me alive, I can do a lot more.”
From left, Boca Raton Mayor Susan Haynie and her husband, Neil; former Boca Raton Mayor Susan Whelchel and her husband, John. (Photo by Dale King)
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From the editor’s notebook: Our slice of paradise 4. The Annex--the original hot spot in Pineapple Grove. Back in the day, just when Pineapple Grove was beginning to make some noise, Bob Allen and company owned a place that the locals flocked to every day. Legendary beat cop Vinny Mintus held court at The Annex at lunch and kept the area safe because he knew everyone.
By: Jeff Perlman Editor in Chief There’s a new book out that tells the story of the restaurants that changed America. The aptly named “Ten Restaurants That Changed America” by historian Paul Freedman (with an introduction from Shake Shack creator Danny Meyer) has received positive reviews and has got foodies across the country talking. The list is an eclectic collection that includes: Schraffts--which aimed to create an affordable eatery for secretaries and stenographers, Howard Johnson’s which introduced 28 flavors of ice cream and Le Pavillon which pioneered French cuisine in America. While many of the restaurants listed are now history—McDonald’s swept aside Hojo’s, Schraffts was from a bygone era when single women felt a need to be protected from Mad Men era men (maybe that’s still the case considering all the locker room talk)—they all left their mark and their taste on the American palate. The same day that I read the review I found myself dining at the new Delray restaurant ‘Che’ with a large group that included a veteran restauranteur and a local foodie—aka my friends Fran and Scott. So I asked my table mates what were the ten restaurants that changed Delray? Not the 10 best, but the ten most important. They weighed in and then we got lost in a sea of empanada’s and a long dissertation on parking. So here is my humble attempt at answering that question. My list. Not theirs. But I did take their input into account.
5. Dakotah--a pioneer known for its creative menu, great food and awesome cocktails. Ron and Renee Radabaugh thrived in the spot that now houses Taverna Opa and were deeply involved in the community as well. The restaurant was named for their son (who was a great kid and an excellent baseball player). I’m not sure we agreed on every selection but history belongs to the scribe and since I’m the guy writing this I get the last word. We are however interested in your take. Send us your list.
6. Damiano’s--another pioneer that featured a husband and wife chef team and amazing soufflés. DADA—another great and influential spot-- now occupies the historic house where Damiano’s once stood.
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7. 32 East—a downtown mainstay and pioneering fine dining legend. Butch Johnson is an avenue icon, all around good guy and always fun to visit. 32 East is known for its great food and amazing bar which includes the great John “Fitzy” Fitzgerald who is an artist behind the wood.
1. Boston’s on the Beach--a Delray landmark. You can travel anywhere and when you’re donning a Boston’s t shirt you can count on someone coming up to you and saying one of two things. “Hey, I used to work there.” Or..”I’ve been to Delray, that place is great. Do they still have reggae night?” 2. Caffe Luna Rosa- Two time Chamber restaurant of the year, lines in the street for breakfast during season and occasional celebrities, see Mirren, Helen. What started as a gelato shop has developed into another Delray landmark. Are we biased because of Fran? Maybe. But we really like the place. 3. Splendid Blendeds--former mayor Tom Lynch’s favorite and one of the early “fine” restaurants to open on the Avenue in the 90s. Mayor Lynch may have liked it because I think that’s where Plastridge Insurance, the family business since 1919, may have once been located.
8. Arcade Tap Room--the original top dog restaurant, chock full of history and dark wood. Today, it’s where Caffe Martier resides but the Tap Room hosted mayors and I believe a visit from Richard Nixon. 9. Tramonti’s—we miss Geno. But the tradition of excellent food continues. It is hard to believe that Tramonti’s was once dead space when the old Craig’s Furniture vacated. 10. City Oyster—the great Bob Deal has left for Nashville, but we are confident that City Oyster will continue to serve as a prominent gathering spot for the city’s movers and shakers and wannabes.
Others in the mix: Cabana El Rey, Sopra, Ken and Hazel’s, Green Owl, Gleason Street Cafe, Brule’, Elwood’s, The Rod and Gun, Christina’s, J&J Seafood Bar & Grill, Patio Delray, 5th Avenue Grill. Boca is harder for this Delray guy. But here’s how we call it across the border. La Vielle Maison—once the Mac Daddy of them all. Tom Sawyer’s—a great place for breakfast and lunch, comfort food, friendly staff. A landmark. Max’s Grille—an anchor in Mizner Park still going strong after two decades. Dirty Moe’s-a great happy hour place with awesome wings and cold beer. Trattoria Romana—a staple and culinary legend. Arturo’s- Classy, elegant and old world. Abe & Louie’s—where the powerful and connected come to eat and make deals. New York Prime—the original great steakhouse Fran’s Chicken House—anyplace that has lasted 51 years is worthy and important. So important that its neon sign—the only one permitted in Boca—is grandfathered in. Love their fried oreos. Gatsby’s—once the home of the $5 martini and hugely popular. Tie: Maxaluna—a popular 90s spot, often the first name that pops up when you ask other restauranteurs to name a great place they miss. Honorable mentions: Chops Lobster Bar—chic food and mosaic tile. Enough said. Also in the mix: The Wildflower, Elephant Walk, Tom’s Ribs, Gracie’s, Guppie’s, Uncle Thai’s, The Grill on Congress and Wilt’s..
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Society Scene
Reigning champions of Unicorn Children’s Foundations’ Celebrity Bartending Battle! Bill Kruegel (Sunshine Health) and Sarah Hassan (IM HealthScience) managed to defend their title and keep the coveted first place trophy. Unicorn collected nearly $40,000 to help kids with special needs excel in the community. Photo courtesy of Mitchell Zachs Photography.
Dr. Andac Arikan, instructor in the College of Business at FAU introduced Bradley Kitchens, Chief Human Resources Officer at NCCI, to the MBA students attending the Executive Speakers series. The series invites highlevel executives from area companies to share valuable tips and lessons with the students. Submitted photo.
The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County recently received a special visit from a representative of ESGR, a program of the U.S. Department of Defense. Arriving on a mission of honor, Lenny Miller, Vice Chair of Florida ESGR, presented Federation’s COO, Mel Lowell with the Patriot Award, “for contributing to national security and protecting liberty and freedom by supporting employee participation in America’s National Guard and Reserve Force.” From left to right Ted Morris, Mel Lowell, Jimmy Keck. Submitted photo.
Mitch Levin, JFS at Home Board Member, Mary Lou Berger, Mayor of Palm Beach County, Ed Levine, JFS at Home Board Member, Marissa Gordon, JFS at Home Administrator, Danielle Hartman, JFS President & CEO, Judi Donoff, JFS Chair-Board of Directors, Robert S. Weinroth Boca Raton City Council Member at the ribbon cutting of JFS at Home. Submitted photo.
Ronald “Mickey” Nocera, Charles L. Bender III, Dr. Leighan Rinker, Lisa McDulin and City of Boca Raton Mayor Susan Haynie attend ribbon cutting of Dr. Leighan Rinker cottage for six foster girls on Place of Hope’s Boca campus. Photo credit: Abigail Marsicano, Place of Hope, 2016.
The Junior League of Boca Raton united with The Junior League of New Orleans to support families and communities in need after historic rainfall floods resulted in mass flooding in Southeastern Louisiana, impacting at least 100,000 homes and leaving thousands displaced. Pictured: Crystal McMillin, Kirsten Stanley, Andrea Garcia help with efforts to send diapers and supplies. Submitted photo.
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Police, EMS, feds fight heroin, opioid ‘epidemic’ Mother tells Boca audience of finding son dead from overdose By: Dale King Contributing Writer Margaret Hernandez grimly, often tearfully, told a gathering in Boca Raton in September about how her son, who at one time used to grow marijuana, completed a term in detox and seemed ready to turn his life around. “My son was a giver,” she said. “He got a job. He said, ‘I’m going to be a company man. I’m going to make you happy.’” He bought a life insurance policy and made his 14-year-old sister the beneficiary. One day, the 23-year-old man felt ill and didn’t go to work. Hours later, his mother found her beloved son – Christian Ty Hernandez – “dead in his room, bleeding from his nose and mouth. He was cold.” “We didn’t know there was a drug problem in Palm Beach County,” she said with horror. “It can happen to anyone’s family. There’s nothing you can do to prepare for it.” Hernandez spoke to hundreds who attended a “town hall-style” meeting at Lynn University called by U.S. Attorney for the South Florida District, Wilfredo Ferrer, to address a soaring drug problem that seems cen-
tered on heroin and opioid abuse. “There are far too many drug deaths,” he said. “This epidemic is the most urgent public health challenge.” “We need a pro-active response. It’s why we are here today. We can’t do it alone. We have to find a way, as a community, to prevent people from falling into this trap,” he told police, first responders, federal investigators, medical personnel and citizens at the meeting sponsored by Ferrer’s office. Speakers included area law enforcement officials, including Delray Beach Police Chief Jeff Goldman and Boca Raton Police Chief Dan Alexander, as well as those involved in the investigation of drug crimes that have risen to epidemic proportions. The panel fielded questions posed by the moderator, State Attorney David Aronberg, and also from attendees. At one time, heroin overdoses and deaths were linked mainly to “dirty needles in alleys” are gone. Today, that narcotic and its newly synthesized, often less expensive but more potent companion drugs are not just killing junkies, but also mature adults, educated people, college-bound youths and folks with good jobs, families and bright futures.
Officials on hand for the meeting, held during “National Heroin and Opioid Awareness Week,” offered sobering, at times shocking reports of what is happening in the field. Ferrer said, “On any given day, 580 people will try heroin for the first time.” In all, 3.8 million people age 12 and older are “misusing pain killers.”
State Attorney David Aronberg moderates a panel of law enforcement officials during the “Heroin and Opioid Awareness Town Hall” at Lynn University in Boca Raton. (Photo by Dale King)
In 2015, he said, drug overdoses killed 1,400 South Florida residents while another 4,900 came close to death by ingesting too much of the narcotic. “That’s an overdose every two hours, or 12 victims a day,” said Ferrer. “That’s why we are here.”
Pushers mix heroin with fentanyl to stretch their supply “and increase their profit. People think they are taking pure heroin, but it is spiked with fentanyl. It’s all related to money.”
Aronberg, known as the “Pill Mill Czar” for his crusade to stop the rampant over-prescription of pain killing drugs in Florida, turned his attention to heroin and its related evils once the state began to get a handle on pain killer abuse.
The drug Naloxone (also called Narcan) can often save heroin and opioid victims from dying, and is often carried in police cars and on emergency medical vehicles. Narcan can be injected every two to three minutes, in increasing dosages, as an emergency remedy for a heroin overdose.
Joining heroin on the streets are prescription pain medications such as Oxycodone and Oxycontin as well as fentanyl, a potent and lethal narcotic that can be purchased on the internet. “You can get anything online,” said John McKenna, assistant special agent in charge of the Drug Enforcement Agency.
Since March 1, police supervisors for each shift in Delray Beach have been carrying Narcan nasal spray to help save people overdosing on heroin. Police Chief Goldman told the audience the city recorded 195 overdoses last year and that number has risen to 394 this year.
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Meet the candidates: Boca’s Beach and Parks District Seat 1 1983. I have lived in the District all of that time. (The district was formed in 1974.) Jennifer and I are the parents of 2 adult children. Ashley is married to Corey and living in Coconut Creek. They are the parents of my granddaughter and are expecting my grandson on Thanksgiving Day. Daniel lives in Boca Raton and married Lindsay 10-2216. Civic Involvement: Past youth sports coach, assistant, or officer for boys and girls teams, Past president, Boca High football boosters, Past President x 2, Boca Raton Rotary Club, Member Boca Raton Rotary 1984 to present, Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, City of Boca Raton 2007 – present, Greater Boca Raton Beach & Parks Commissioner, 2008 to present (8 years), Vice President, American Podiatric Medical Association, Served all elected officer positions, Palm Beach County and Florida Podiatric Medical Associations. 2. Why are you running for office again? Unfinished business. I would like to see through the current projects and future issues that are currently on our table. These include completion of the Sugar Sand Playground, working with the City of Boca Raton to complete the Red Reef boardwalk and tower, upgrading and improving the Swim and Racquet Center and upgrades at Patch
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I prefer the parks that are mixed use such as Patch Reef and Spanish River Athletic Complex. I like them because they are active parks with various sports facilities that also provide for quiet family time with walking trails, playgrounds, and picnic facilities. But it is very hard to have a favorite when you consider our variety of beautiful facilities. How can you not love any facility with a boardwalk? Or the ocean? Or the turtles at Gumbo Limbo? Or the carousel and science playground? Our community is truly blessed to be the home to so many fantastic parks.
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Purchase available properties for the general recreational use of the community as possible while planning for a sound improvement and maintenance program. This must be done in a fiscally responsible manner.
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Achieving operational improvements and cost savings where possible so that the District can continue to operate in a fiscally sound manner and be prepared to meet new opportunities that may arise.
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and development of the Wildflower property. The opportunity to maintain green space for the recreation and enjoyment of the public is a fantastic opportunity. The challenge lies in the inability to “control” the situations. The Wildflower property needs to see a public vote that approves public space and then the city and possibly the district need to develop appropriate plans and finally financing arrangements. The Ocean Breeze golf course purchase must successfully navigate a complex negotiation between banks, developers, residents, the city, and the district. We must consider the future costs and financing for the redevelopment of the course to maximize profitability, usage, and benefit to the public.
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Reef Park. I would like to see us construct a second field house at Sugar Sand. Finally, I like to leave things better than I found them so I want to address the issues and challenges delineated in the next 2 questions.
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We reached out to the candidates vying for seats on Boca’s Beach and Parks District commission. Each candidate was asked the same set of questions.
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Challenger: Craig F. Ehrnst, Age 52 1. Tell us a little bit about yourself. Your age, how long you have lived in the district, your profession, your family. As residents of Florida since 1991, my wife and I chose to raise our family in Boca Raton and moved here in 2000. Over several years, I became more involved with our children’s activities by coaching multiple SABR soccer teams. Also, as a YMCA volunteer, I was invited to join the Y Board of Directors, where I led the Finance and Facilities committees and later became Chairperson of the board. For the past sixteen years, I have served as Treasurer of NCCI Holdings, Inc., an insurance services firm located in Boca Raton with more than 900 employees. Before NCCI, I traveled globally for ExxonMobil and Ryder System in a variety of financial leadership positions. I became more involved in our community first through my HOA Parkside, serving three terms and facilitating a major community rebuilding effort following Hurricane Wilma. Later, I served as Chairperson for the City of Boca Raton’s Financial Advisory Board. These experiences provided an opportunity to balance the needs of City residents with fiscal responsibility and long-term planning. 2. Why are you running for office? Following my 2014 candidacy for Boca Raton City Council, I continued to attend the City’s annual long-range goal setting session. During the 2016 session, it became apparent that the City and the District could not agree upon funding and priority of projects on City and District parks. At this goal- setting meeting, the City decided to stop waiting for District funding for a project at Spanish River Park. I will admit that up to this point, I did not understand the District’s taxing
authority role, nor the City’s funding dependence. So, I decided to attend a District meeting where I learned that the District was struggling with a new master inter-local agreement, and the District’s desire to provide more input into resident services. At the District meeting, Commissioners discussed hiring new District staff or hiring other third-party vendors to provide park services. Based on my attendance at both meetings, it became apparent that both parties felt they placed residents’ interests first, but they could not agree upon deliverables. Closer to my home, I realized that the District-City dysfunctional relationship resulted in the closing of the Sugar Sand playground for almost two years. Project planning issues highlighted multiple delays with no party claiming accountability. A similar issue was apparent with the Gumbo Limbo boardwalk and tower, as both the District and the City exchanged blame, and neither took responsibility for delays. At the end of the day, residents lose faith when planning fails. No business would close for over a year to conduct repairs. On a personal note, my youngest son Eric lost the benefit of the remarkable playground during his formative years. I am running for office to foster a better relationship between the District and the City, to ensure all residents can enjoy our beaches and parks without interruption. I believe better coordination and planning between all parties will enable residents to engage in more sports and more activities on some of our most precious assets. 3. What are the top three issues you want to address in the district if elected? Three main areas of focus for me will be: Improving Communication between the
District and the City I believe residents expect the District and the City to work closely together to ensure beaches, parks and recreation services are open. During the past year, neither the District nor the City has agreed upon a mutual inter-local agreement. As a result, conflicting priorities and poor communication have delayed resident access to Countess DeHoernle, Patch Reef and Sugar Sand parks. Ensuring Sound Fiscal/Corporate Governance Simply put, this phrase means living within one’s means, using financial resources wisely, and making financial decisions in an open and transparent way. The Palm Beach Inspector General’s office does not oversee this taxing authority. The meetings are not televised, and few people understand the important role the District provides to residents. There are no “term limits” for the five commissioners, who have an average tenure of over ten years. With my experience, I can ensure that major decisions are evaluated with proper financial models and are presented through a collaborative effort that will identify any errors. Finally, I will ask the right questions so that the residents’ financial resources are best utilized. Creating a Strategic Vision Boca Raton’s unique and special assets inspire many people to vacation, and retire here. Boca’s expansive beaches, airport accessibility, unique Gumbo Limbo sanctuary, and resort destination need to be carefully nurtured in their growth. This growth requires a special “balance” to ensure it complements the existing environment. The District has a unique role to preserve and protect green space. As the population
increases, our natural resources will become more precious. Strategically adding key parcels will provide future generations with an attractive environment. 4. What do you see as the district’s biggest challenge? What do you see as the district’s biggest opportunity? Biggest Challenges: Creating a timeline to open Sugar Sand playground, finalizing plans for Wildflower property, repurposing Ocean Strand, and completing Gumbo Limbo boardwalk and tower. Biggest Opportunities: Obtaining additional green space for new parks such as the Ocean Breeze/Boca Teeca or the Mizner Trail golf courses. 5. What is your favorite park? Our family loves Sugar Sand playground and our beaches. We need to preserve and add to our precious assets. Going forward, community stakeholders should know that I am a fiscal conservative but concerned about people. Compassion for helping others is a strength within our community that I will always encourage. I will be “fair” in my decisions and seek outcomes that balance the greater good of all the residents, the business community, and our visitors.
Meet the candidates: Boca’s Beach and Parks District Seat 3 much to the beaches and parks of boca. This is my chance to give back to the community that gave me so much. I feel that having a new, fresh face on the commission that is familiar with the need and wants of the growing population of younger families within the district will make a big impact.
We reached out to the candidates vying for seats on Boca’s Beach and Parks District commission. Each candidate was asked the same set of questions. Current Commissioner Earl Starkoff declined to participate. Challenger: Erin Wright 1. Tell us a little bit about yourself. Your age, how long you have lived in the district, your profession, your family. I am 37 years old. I have been a Boca Raton resident for 31 years. I attended Saint Andrew’s School, Stetson University then received my Masters Degree in Exercise Science and Health Promotion from Florida Atlantic University. Currently, my husband (Boca Raton Firefighter) and I own and run Wright Way Home Inspections here in Boca. I am also a stay at home mom to my two boys, Austin (6) and Colby (3). 2. Why are you running for office? This is my hometown. I’ve lived here for 31 of
3. What are the top three issues you want to address in the district if elected?
my 37 years. I’m a successful small business owner, married to a boca raton city firefighter. I would not be who I am today if it wasn’t for the sports I played growing up at these parks. I played every program we had: SABR, TEAM BOCA, Softball, tennis and basketball. It got me a Division I soccer scholarship to Stetson. I owe
Top three issues that would address immediately if elected would be the communication or lack there of, start a discussion with the city regarding Ocean Breeze and start discussion among the commission members on what can be done to utilize Ocean Strand. 4. What do you see as the district’s biggest challenge? What do you see as the district;s biggest opportunity? One of the main issues plaguing the commission is poor communication. Having individuals on the commission with agendas of their
own creates a discourse between the city and the commission. I have NO AGENDA. I can be a team player on the commission that creates transparency and consistency. The city council, parks and recreation department and the commission should all have one goal in mind….making the best part of boca better for everyone. My opponent has suggested hiring a facilities manager for the Greater Beach and Parks District. Micromanaging the city is not the way to create trust and a true partnership. If I will the election, I will be the new voice for our young families in the community and speak up in regards to opening lines these of communication. Biggest Opportunity would be to get involved in Ocean Breeze. The commission should step up and help the city purchase and run the golf course for the residents. 5. What is your favorite park? My favorite park would be Red Reef. Love going there with the kiddos and on my own to relax and do my training swims.
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Councilman Robert Weinroth on Boca’s Nov. referendum By: Councilman Robert Weinroth Special to the Boca newspaper The current debate, within the City of Boca Raton, over the citizens’ initiative to severely restrict how city owned parcels along the Intracoastal Waterway are utilized finds advocates for its passage making the case for what they say it means rather than what it actually says. Let me be fully transparent – I am against the approval of the City of Boca Raton Question. The overriding reason for initiative’s appearance on the ballot is to block the city from negotiating a lease with the Hillstone Restaurant Group to place a waterside restaurant on the city owned “Wildflower” site. I recently read on the Boca Watch website, “Ordinance 5356, which will appear on the November 8 ballot, does not limit the opportunity for multi-use activities on Cityowned land adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway.” The author of the article, Boca Watch publisher, Alfred Zucaro, goes on to state that, “a number of those individuals that favor a restaurant only, have falsely claimed that the issue of Ordinance 5356 is simply; a park versus a restaurant, “ to which he
opines, “Simple, but false.” So, what is the truth and what is not? The following is the actual language of the initiative question as it appears at the very end of the November ballot: “Amendment to City Ordinance to create (new) Code Section 28-1308 public coastal lands requiring that all city-owned land adjacent to the Intracoastal waterway shall only be used for public recreation, public boating access, public streets, and city stormwater uses only.” This ballot initiative is not offered in a vacuum but rather in response to the course the City to negotiate a lease with Hillstone. Again, quoting Mr. Zucaro, “Is it a park, or is it a restaurant? Why not both? Why not more than both? . . . the November 8 ballot [initiative], does not limit the opportunity for multi-use activities on Cityowned land adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway. “ Mr. Zucaro goes on to argue the City Council is empowered to, “interpret what the [new] ordinance means.” In other words, Mr. Zucaro appears to concede, as written, the initiative is unworkable and,
if approved would make Council Member Singer’s recent “visioning” exercise, moot. Voter approval would block the city from allowing any use not conforming to the question’s unambiguous language. Any interpretation not conforming to the language of this new Code section would result in an inevitable legal challenge. While the Council is legally empowered to rescind or amend the ordinance, that action would certainly be met with justifiable voter backlash. The word “only” appears twice in the 41word proposal and would require, “that all city-owned land adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway … only be used for public recreation, public boating access, public streets, and city stormwater uses only.” Mr. Zucaro writes, “Open Your Mind to the Possibilities. A small footprint, culinary experience on a waterfront park setting is achievable, alongside interactive public art, walking paths, and recreation. It requires vision, imagination, and the will to aspire to something better than a single, full-blown, brick and mortar restaurant.” He closes by stating, “ . . . vote your imagination.” Sounds seductively reasonable. But, the reality is if the ordinance becomes law any
Expanded waterfront access – A win-win-win solution By: Councilman Scott Singer Special to the Boca Newspaper should go further to increase access for boaters who do not live on the water, and this plan does this, and significantly expands parking.
Boca Raton has greater news for boaters, kayakers, nature lovers, and all residents! Last week, the City Council directed staff to proceed with a plan to revitalize two underused waterfront parcels, Rutherford and Lake Wyman Parks by adding four launches for motorized boats, restoring impassable canoe trails, and adding 40 parking spaces for boat trailers, along with other upgrades. These exciting plans will transform the underutilized Rutherford Park into a variety of great opportunities for residents. The city’s sole current boat launch at Silver Palm Park is heavily used on weekends, and overflow parking there spills on green space. This plan would triple the number of boat launches. Boca currently has only one double ramp to launch motorboats, while Fort Lauderdale has six ramps. We can and
Restoring canoe trails that have long been silted over will also provide fun for families, nature lovers, and kayakers. The trails can provide a unique vista into mangroves, sea grasses, and wildlife, and will give canoes access to sightseeing on the Intracoastal. With ecotourism on the rise, the trails provide an amenity that has been missing. In addition, the plan will also clear some exotic vegetation to expand a walking path at the southern end of Lake Wyman Park. These parks have been in need of improvement for quite a while. Attendance has been poor, and without many visitors, the area can be more susceptible to crime and vandalism. Improving the park adds to our waterfront and community safety. Last year, the city wisely delayed funding an expensive restoration of the dilapidated Rutherford Park boardwalk to better use those funds for a greater plan. This is a greater plan, and I look forward to revived trails that will tie into these planned upgrades. The plans, which are in their early stages, will likely cost $2 to $3 million, and funding from state and county agencies may help defray the expense. The cost is a small
price to pay to expand opportunities for active and passive recreation, improve the environmental conditions, and triple the available space in the city for residents to launch a motorboat. State permitting requirements are the biggest hurdle in terms of time, and work will likely be completed in 2019. At the city council’s goal-setting session last year, I advocated a comprehensive strategy to improve our waterfront, and am glad that the city council unanimously gave direction to move forward. These plans also tie into improvements approved last year for to revive a long-dormant plan to expand Hillsboro El Rio Park at the southern end of the city on the Intracoastal, just west of Dixie Highway. Can you believe that until the 1950s, that waterfront property was used as a landfill! The city is working on remediating that site and will add canoe launches, among other attractions. The Rutherford Park plans will further expand opportunities for non-motorized boating. Long-range planning is essential for the success of our community. I’m also pleased that after a similar plan for these sites stalled in 2011, we’ve worked hard in the last year to respond to residents’ concerns and have now devised something greater than originally proposed. Residents have asked for more opportunities for active recreation, more access to the water, and enhancement of park and green space. Here, Boca Raton
use that does not fit squarely within the language would be prohibited. Only means only. That means you can forget about restrooms since electricity and sewer connections are not included within the four enumerated uses and that gift shop at Gumbo Limbo, it’s on borrowed time! Finally, the “community-driven conversation,” touted by Mr. Singer, where, “96 participants at 12 tables brainstormed nearly 100 ideas on different activities for these sites, including recreation, entertainment, dining, retail, fitness, and many more possibilities,” was either an exercise in futility or an exercise that demonstrated why the City of Boca Raton Question must be defeated by the voters. can make gains in all these areas, and for decades to come! I’ll keep working to improve our infrastructure and amenities in other ways. As always, I welcome your thoughts. Please contact me at ssinger@myboca.us or 561393-7708.
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