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The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council agreed last week to enter a code enforcement contract with CAP Government Services on a piggyback agreement with the City of Lake Worth Beach after a long period with no code enforcement services in the town. Page 3
Young Swimmers Compete At End Of Summer Invitational
Last weekend, the Wellington Aquatics Complex hosted the Wellington End of Summer Invitational, where swimmers showed up and pushed through their best racing times while enjoying the friendly atmosphere. Page 8
Elected Officials Visit The Addington For Senior Citizens Day
National Senior Citizens Day has been celebrated in the month of August every year since 1988. This year, on Wednesday, Aug. 21, the Addington at Wellington Green honored some of its own residents with help from Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig, Palm Beach County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay and Wellington Councilman Michael Drahos. Page 11
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Tree’s Wings & Ribs in Royal Palm Beach hosted a send-off party Tuesday, Aug. 27 for the team headed to the 2019 National Buffalo Wing Festival in Buffalo, N.Y., over Labor Day weekend. Tree’s Wings is one of 25 specially selected competitors from across the United States and beyond. Shown above, team members Ashley Mondragon, Tony Daddi, Chase Brandine, Erin Townsend and Kauwela Perreira received new hats, name tags and aprons. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 5 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER
RPB Zoners Refuse Variance For Town Southern Tower Sign
By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach Planning & Zoning Commission voted 3-2 against proposed sign variance requests for the Related Group’s Town Southern apartment complex recently completed on the south side of Southern Blvd. west of State Road 7. The application requested three main items: a variance to allow a third sign for the residential development, a variance allowing the sign to be at a height of 21 feet instead of the code requirement of seven feet, and to slightly reduce the setback from the road. While such variance requests are nothing new to the committee, and tall signage exists elsewhere in Royal Palm Beach, village staff had a serious issue with the request — the 21-foot tower structure and sign had already been built without the necessary approvals.
“Staff is recommending denial of the variance request,” Development Review Coordinator Kevin Erwin said. “Staff feels as though the criteria for granting these variance requests have not been met since the applicant constructed the sign and tower before obtaining the proper permit. At this point, it would be difficult to move, and that the granting of the variance request will confer on the applicant special privileges that are denied to other lands, buildings and structures similarly situated.” Attorney Ellie Halperin was there representing the Related Group. “The sign was built, which was unfortunate and was done in error. It was not done with an intent to deceive. There was a situation that went on during the approval process, which resulted in the sign being built,” Halperin said. “The sign was shown on the tower on
the original approval. There was then a master plan modification done, and in that modification, there is the modified sign with the increased height, not attached to the tower at that point. The master plan modification was approved. The construction company thought that approval meant the approval of the modified sign. Modification of the sign was not specifically called out in the justification.” Erwin explained that his staff is explicit in their instructions for minor site plan modifications. “We instruct them that all the changes need to be itemized in your request. What staff has done over the years is specifically state in our approval letter that only the changes that you specifically enumerate and call to the staff’s attention, whether they are on the plan or not, are approved by this application, and that no other apSee TOWER, page 4
Incumbents Eye New Terms On The Wellington Village Council
By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report Three seats will be up for election on the Wellington Village Council next March, and in all three races, incumbents first elected to their current posts in 2016 plan to ask voters for a second term. Incumbent Mayor Anne Gerwig, Vice Mayor Michael Napoleone and Councilman Michael Drahos have all opened campaign accounts and begun their reelection bids. The election will be held Tuesday, March 17, 2020, on the same ballot as Florida’s Presidential Preference Primary. Candidates used to have until February to qualify for the ballot. However, due to changes in state law and corresponding requests from the Supervisor of Elections Office, the qualifying period is now two months earlier, with candidates needing to decide by late this year. Gerwig served for six years on
the council before being elected mayor in 2016. She is now seeking a second four-year term. “I’m most proud of the fact that the village council is functioning in a way that benefits our residents, and I’m proud to be a leader in the community,” Gerwig said. “I’ve been encouraged by the residents the entire time I’ve served. That’s one thing I have to say about Wellington — even if people don’t agree with every single point, they are really thankful to have leaders who care about the community.” Gerwig said that she is all about the big picture and looking at the village as a whole, instead of catering to any one specific sector. She sees the current council as a respectful team that works well together. “I still have a focus on Wellington to be a live, work and play community. That is one of the concepts I have always believed strongly in,” she said. “We want people not to have to travel out of
the village just to work. I’d like to see us encourage more businesses and office space. We need to build the economic diversity that protects the village in the long run.” Gerwig said the goal should be to encourage more economic and business growth in the area in ways that give back to the community and boost the local economy, keeping the progress local. She encouraged all residents to become informed on the issues and vote during the March 17 municipal election. “Our races quite often have a good turnout from the community on election day,” Gerwig said. “It’s a very good thing.” Seat 4 incumbent Napoleone was elected to the council in 2016 without opposition. If he draws an opponent in 2020, it will be his first time facing the voters. He said that he has enjoyed his time serving on the council far more than he expected. “What we have right now is a reSee ELECTION, page 16
Wellington Council OKs PBSO Budget With More Deputies
By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council approved a law enforcement services agreement with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday, Aug. 27 totaling $9,997,360 for the upcoming fiscal year. The total includes a two percent increase over the current year, in addition to money for a staffing increase. The two percent increase added $190,832.04 to the PBSO contract, while the additional staff added $264,925.96, for a total increase of $455,758. The council heard from PBSO Capt. Rolando Silva, who described the Village of Wellington’s 2020 Law Enforcement Service Plan and what had changed in the budget. Silva’s presentation focused on three main issues: vehicle
crashes, juvenile matters and crime statistics. Silva noted that two new deputies will join the department. “One is a community service aide who is a traffic specialist,” Silva said. “They are actually better at doing crash investigations than 95 percent of our deputies. This is exclusively what they do. So, when they show up on the scene, they are experts. I call them the ‘force multiplier’ because what they can do is free a bunch of deputies who are trying to manage the scene.” After a crash, the community service aide will do all of the follow up. “When victims get transported to the hospital, they can do the investigations at the hospital,” Silva explained. “We place a high emphasis on traffic crashes; reducing them and keeping them down. See PBSO BUDGET, page 4
VOLUNTEER FAIR
Wellington’s Community Services Department hosted its first Senior Volunteer Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 27 at the Wellington Community Center. Local nonprofits and community partners were in attendance to share volunteer opportunities with local senior citizens. Shown above are Kim Cafaro, Lucille Puglisi, Mayor Anne Gerwig and Community Services Director Paulette Edwards. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 7 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER
ITID Director Calls For Better Rec Programming
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report Indian Trail Improvement District Executive Director Burgess Hanson made a presentation on parks and recreation at last week’s meeting of the ITID Board of Supervisors, calling for a reorganization and revitalization of the department. At the board’s Wednesday, Aug. 21 meeting, Hanson said he wanted to restore some of the events that occurred in the past and instill new life in the department. “I do have a lot of background in parks and recreation,” said Hanson, who came to the district in June from Deerfield Beach, where he served as city manager. “That’s part of the reason that I’m doing this tonight. There is a saying, ‘It starts in parks.’ Very much like the school system, the parks system is meant to be a benefit — a safe
and fun environment for not only children, but even adults.” Hanson said that ITID’s staff has ideas on how to improve the programming, but he wants to get public input. “It’s really what the residents want at the end of the day, because they are the end users,” he said. “We will be talking about the future of park facilities and amenities. It’s something that the residents want to see long term, and really try to restore some of the equestrian events and things of that nature that used to happen in the past.” Part of that will also be determining the level of district involvement with the Acreage Landowners’ Association and the Acreage Athletic League. Hanson added that ITID staff, the legal department and the board should determine what policies See ITID REC, page 16
Gerwig Addresses Wellington Chamber At Luncheon
By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Chamber of Commerce hosted a luncheon Wednesday, Aug. 28 at the International Polo Club Palm Beach featuring a “State of the Village” address by Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig. Gerwig noted some of Wellington’s recent honors. These include being one of the “Best Cities to Live in Florida,” one of “Florida’s 50 Safest Cities” and Money magazine’s list for both the “Top 100 Places to Live in the U.S.” and “8 Best Places to Retire in the U.S.” These titles, Gerwig said, add to Wellington already being known as “the Winter Equestrian Capital of the World.”
“One of the things that we do is focus on the quality of life,” she said. “That’s why when I go anywhere in the country, or even in the world, I talk about Wellington, and I’m just very proud of the quality of life we have here.” Gerwig spoke of how the village provides schools in Wellington with $33,000 a year to explore ways to assist students scoring in the lowest 25 percent for both math and reading. She noted that this has led to many collaborative efforts between local schools. “The amazing thing to see is how they come together and talk about the types of things they’ve invested in, and the things that worked really well,” Gerwig said. “And once in a while, they’ll tell
us, ‘We tried this. It didn’t really have the effect we wanted.’ So, what it’s really doing is having all of our schools work together.” Gerwig shared about other education programs supported by the village, including Read for the Record, which Wellington has won two years in a row among other municipalities in the county, Civics 101 with high school students and the SWAG (Students Working to Achieve Greatness) internship program offered through the Community Services Department. “We take six students from Palm Beach Central and Wellington high schools, and we place them in [different offices]. County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay See CHAMBER, page 16
Mayor Anne Gerwig addresses the Wellington Chamber of Commerce on the “state of the village.”
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RPBHS Senior Jaiden Manuel Joins School Board As Student Rep
By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report The newest face at the Palm Beach County School Board meetings is Royal Palm Beach High School senior Jaiden Manuel. He was elected as the Student Government Association (SGA) county president in April, which made him the official student representative at school board meetings. Manuel started his official tenure at the Wednesday, Aug. 21 board meeting. “My mission this year is to increase participation at these meetings by the schools in our county. With increased participation, we can set up a system of networking between the schools to pass on ideas that better each individual school, their communities and Palm Beach County as a whole,” Manuel said at the board meeting. “By doing this, I hope that the leaders of each school find something that needs to be addressed within their respective schools, voicing their concerns to me so that I can then address it all to you here at the school board.” For Manuel, holding a student government office is nothing new. He was the student body president of his sophomore class and the historian for the student council during his junior year. Then he set his sights on the county-wide post.
“I decided I wanted to do something bigger than my school,” Manuel told the Town-Crier. “The best experience I’m going to get is to sit on the school board and see how it operates.” For Manuel, SGA is all about growth and community involvement. This can be anything from a car show to a beach cleanup, and he feels it is never too early to get involved. He particularly likes to see middle school student council organizations represented. “SGA seems like a lot of work, but it’s a lot of good work. You are also joining a family, especially coming in from eighth to ninth grade,” Manuel said. “If they come in already experienced, it will improve their high schools even more. They can build on that.” The county SGA’s first meeting, taking place at Royal Palm Beach High School, will have more than 20 schools and 200 students in attendance. This is great, but Manuel still wants to see membership grow. “If we can get five new high schools to join — like Wellington High School, for example — then, hopefully, that will bring in five middle schools,” Manuel said. “The more schools we have involved, the more scholarships we can put together. Joining the
county council means more scholarship opportunities for involved students and schools, networking opportunities, and we do workshops at every meeting.” Those workshops vary from how to handle stress to understanding personality traits and applying them to real life. “At these student county meetings, we will have schools present resolutions on things can be improved or changed, and I can present them during the school board meetings. I’m the voice,” Manuel said. “It feels good to be the voice.” These resolutions often address serious topics. Manuel expects issues such as teacher wages and school safety to be high priorities this year. Manuel is also involved in other extracurricular activities. He is the co-president of the Interact Club, the sergeant-at-arms in the Math Honor Society, a member of the Chess Club and Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA). He plans to join the National Honor Society later this school year. His parents and family are proud of his new venture and look forward to seeing him grow. One great asset he has this year is his SGA advisor, Chelsea Riddle. This is her first year serv-
ing in that position, but five years ago, she held the very post that Manuel is in now. “[Riddle] is so helpful to me because she knows what it’s like,”
he said. “She helps with putting together reports, contacting advisors at other schools and setting up invites.” For more information about the
Florida Association of Student Councils, visit the Florida Association of School Administrators web site at www.fasa.net and look for the “Student Councils” tab.
Student Representative Jaiden Manuel is welcomed by School Board Chair Frank Barbieri, SGA advisor Chelsea Riddle, School Board Member Marcia Andrews, School Board Member Karen Brill and School Board Member Erica Whitfield.
Loxahatchee Groves Agrees To Contract For Code Enforcement
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council agreed last week to enter a code enforcement contract with CAP Government Services on a piggyback agreement with the City of Lake Worth Beach after a long period with no code enforcement services in the town. At the council’s meeting Tuesday, Aug. 20, Town Manager Jamie Titcomb submitted a proposed contract with CAP that he had selected over several other contractual options. “It seemed like there was a concerted consensus to look at the idea of going to contract code enforcement versus the model that I was talking about in bringing some of these programs in-house,” Titcomb said. “We asked for piggyback, collaborative buying purchase agreements from various providers. I talked to three or
more companies and selected the best existing contract. An array of existing services out there in the Palm Beach County landscape have been recently vetted by another community.” Titcomb said the service agreement is piggybacked on an existing contract with the City of Lake Worth Beach. “This comprehensive building services, code enforcement and inspection services scope of work… allowed us the largest array of services that we could utilize,” he explained, adding that the contact allows for a specific hourly rate for three different levels of those services. “At this point in time, we are just talking about code enforcement… If the council authorizes us to enter into a piggyback contract with CAP Government Services, our next step would be to sit down with them and define a specific scope of work based on this contract.”
If approved, staff would then bring back a specific, budgeted item for the coming fiscal year for the council’s approval, he said. Titcomb noted that the town had a staff code enforcement officer under the previous town manager, who was budgeted at 21 hours a week, but was cut back to seven hours a week during the final months of the contract. “Whether we do this in-house or through a contract, the budgetary impact is almost identical,” he said. “If you take this rate for a full-time, 40-hour code enforcement official doing the work of the town on our schedule of priorities, this would come up to $156,000. If we bring employees in-house to do it, it will come up to about the same level.” He said the consensus of the public and the council at a previous meeting seemed to be to go with a turnkey approach to provide the
service that might eventually be absorbed into a town staff position. Titcomb emphasized that the town has a number of ordinances and codes that should be reviewed or updated so that they match the council’s priorities for enforcement. Councilwoman Phillis Maniglia asked if the council needs to decide if code enforcement is going to be proactive or complaint-driven. “That’s going to make a difference in what it’s going to cost us,” Maniglia said. Titcomb said that decision would not need to be made immediately. “The cost will be dependent on what you decide,” he said. “The amount and scope of cases you want to look at, whether you just want to catalog them, whether you want to focus on specific things sequentially in a row, deploy inspectors just to deal with certain kinds
of problems, then when they deal with those issues, you move on to another priority of the council. We can scale this pretty much any way the council directs us.” He added that the priority would be to get those certified inspectors in place in order to deploy any program at all. “Currently, we have a moratorium on code enforcement and no way to enforce it,” Titcomb said. Maniglia added that the town modeled its code enforcement policy on other entities. “A lot of them aren’t working for us,” she said. “I’m almost tempted to look at the county codes and see what we can use and can’t use.” Titcomb said that except for some specific areas, the town’s codes are the county’s codes. “This and the other companies we talked to are certified professional companies in the business.
They have employees doing this every single day,” he said, adding that some of the nuances of different municipalities may be subject to interpretation, but there would be a very short learning curve for the company to assume code enforcement for the town. Titcomb noted that having a certified professional company would put it at arm’s length of the emotion and politics that often accompany code enforcement. In the future, the council will have to address different issues peculiar to the town, such as resolving whether or not certain violations are protected by an agricultural exemption. “You have all kinds of things you have talked about in law enforcement. You have all kinds of things that we have documented that end up being essentially neighbor versus neighbor comSee LOX CODE, page 16
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County Making Efforts To Get A More Complete Census Count
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report County staff and Census 2020 representatives told the Palm Beach County Commission on Tuesday, Aug. 27 that they are taking action to ensure a complete count of all residents next year, with a specific focus on people who might remain under the radar for a variety of reasons. The census is officially used to determine the number of congressional representatives, but many other services are also tied to the population count. That includes much of the money that the county receives from the federal government. County Administrator Verdenia Baker explained the steps that have already been taken to get an accurate count. “I have had the distinct pleasure of handling the county’s census since 2000,” Baker said, explain-
ing that she was appointed by former County Administrator Bob Weisman to lead both the 2000 and 2010 counts in Palm Beach County. “That included redistricting in the following years.” She said that county staff will be working with Lisa De La Rionda, Patricia Behn and assistant county administrators Patrick Rutter and Todd Bonlarron on the census count. “They have already begun that process,” Baker said. “We have convened our Complete Count Committee under direction of this board, so we are far ahead of some of our counterparts. They are reaching out to us so we can share what we have done so far. It is going to be critical that we involve the community, as well as our municipal partners, in insuring that every person in this county is accounted for in our Census 2020 data.”
Rutter explained that the census is a seven-step process. “We’ve worked through a number of them to date,” he said. Deputy Planning Director Patricia Behn said her staff is using every means available, including GIS tracking, to locate addresses to include in the census. “We completed that on June 29, 2018,” Behn said. “We had a lot of partners from the different cities. This will ensure an accurate count in the county and help our county plan for future needs. It’s important to get these addresses so the census is able to go out and canvas these addresses to make sure that every person is counted.” Aside from redistricting at national, state and local levels, the census is used to help distribute federal government funds annually, including more than $675 billion for infrastructure services. Local participation last year
included 22 municipalities that registered directly with the census. “We had six cities that did partner with the county,” Behn said. “That meant they worked with us in identifying all the addresses within their cities. Eleven cities did not register. These are some of the smaller cities.” In 2010, the county was able to salvage about 16,000 households that were not captured initially, that the U.S. Census Bureau finally accepted as part of the count. The next step was to identify high-growth areas since the last census. That process began in January of this year. The county worked with municipalities, offering services including GIS tracking to identify areas that may not have been included in the 2010 Census. The county is also identifying new construction areas, looking at municipalities’ building permits and approved projects
countywide through April 1, 2020. “We make sure that every single one of those projects has an address, and we don’t miss any of the residential projects,” Behn said. De La Rionda said the Complete Count Committee includes government, education and faithbased entities. “We have a strong partnership through our League of Women Voters, our homeowners’ associations, the United Way and the Urban League,” she said. “Our business partners are extremely valuable.” Business partners include healthcare, banking and retail stores, the chambers of commerce, the Economic Council of Palm Beach County, CareerSource and the county’s library system. “The fact that we have our libraries available, engaged, both through their activities and their availability, ensure that our res-
idents will be counted,” De La Rionda said. Bonlarron said that redistricting is an important part of the census. Dec. 31, 2020 is when the U.S. Census Bureau reports the official population count and reapportionment of congressional seats. “From there, on March 31, 2021, the data will be released for state and local redistricting,” he said. Bonlarron noted that the census data is also used to determine where new schools, hospitals and businesses will be built, and how federal funding will be distributed. In fiscal year 2016, more than $44 billion was distributed in Florida based on the 2010 census. “That is an incredibly important part of why we need to make sure that everyone is counted in Palm Beach County,” he said. De La Rionda said that emphasis is placed on counting minority See CENSUS, page 7
Lois Frankel Hosts Roundtable Discussion With Local Officials
By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report On Tuesday, Aug. 27, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (D-District 21) hosted a roundtable discussion at the Wellington Community Center to better understand what local leaders are facing. Mayors and other elected officials from across Palm Beach County told Frankel about the problems that keep them up at night. Frankel has been using much of her six-week recess from Washington, D.C., to conduct these roundtables at home in her district. She likes to meet with local officials a few times every year. “I identify with them because I was a mayor for eight years,” Frankel told the Town-Crier after the event. “They rarely have to explain, for the most part, what their issue is and how it’s affecting their community.” Frankel represents Florida’s 21st Congressional District, which includes much of central and southern Palm Beach County, including all of Wellington. Before being elected to the U.S. Congress, Frankel was a state representative for the area in Tallahassee and later mayor of West Palm Beach from 2003 to 2011. She is co-chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus for the 116th Congress. She recently re-introduced a bill to protect seniors by fighting Medicare fraud and just this week has called for a congressional hearing in the Jeffrey Epstein case. Thirteen officials attended the roundtable discussion with Frankel. According to the attendees, affordable housing is an issue in most municipalities. Frankel explained there are bills being passed
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continued from page 1 We think this asset of a community service aide will lend tremendous value.” Silva also hopes to reduce juvenile crime through effective supervision. The PBSO is aggressively checking up on juveniles who are on probation, visiting them at least once a month, he said. His office continues to use the juvenile arrest and monitoring (or JAM) deputy in order to keep the PBSO informed about juveniles on probation, ensuring they are monitored and giving them the best chance to succeed. Property crime rates are trending down, Silva said, but vehicle burglaries remain a constant challenge. Business burglaries are down 86.9 percent, residential burglaries are down 47.5 percent and vandalism is down 7.4 percent, he noted. Silva illustrated that by activating a combined effort of road patrol, street teams and community policing, Wellington can maintain its low crime rate. By using GPS technology, covert surveillance techniques, utilizing the tag-reader camera system, and developing crime mapping to focus efforts on neighborhoods and businesses where crimes occurred, it can give the village additional security to keep the crime statistics down.
in the U.S. House of Representatives by the Democratic majority that put more money in the budget for subsidized housing. However, they have been stalled in the U.S. Senate, which remains under Republican control. Frankel shook her head and said, “I don’t know where we are going to end up.” Another issue facing local areas is gun safety. Frankel explained that legislation has passed in the House for universal background checks, but, again, is sitting on the shelf in the Senate. She plans to vote for banning assault weapons, which Frankel said has a chance of passing in the House. A lack of funding for water infrastructure is another issue that many mayors and county officials are facing. As a future environmental concern, government utilities may not be able to supply clean, fresh water in years to come, as water levels rise. Also, septic to sewer conversions continue to be a pressing issue. Frankel explained that problems with water infrastructure are huge all over the country. A new issue for all of the local municipalities is that communities across Florida have been hit by lawsuits alleging that web sites are not accessible to the legally blind or visually impaired. There are lawsuits being filed under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. In many cases, it is too expensive to make some items accessible to the visually impaired. This means that files not legally required are being taken down from web sites, cutting off access to everyone. Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig “The reason we are sticking with this kind of approach is because it’s working,” Silva said. “If things are trending and going in the right direction, then we are going to keep doing the same thing. If it’s not broken, we are not going to try to fix it,” he said. Mayor Anne Gerwig thanked Silva and his deputies for the work they do in the community. “We do feel very safe here,” she said. “But when something does go wrong, it almost strikes closer to our heart because we don’t expect something to go wrong here. We appreciate the effort, but we’ve got to stay vigilant on all of it, especially the places that we know we have situations. There shouldn’t be any place a resident of Wellington doesn’t feel safe walking or being. We appreciate the extra effort.” Silva noted that no place is completely free of crime. “Statistically speaking, we are one of the safest cities, villages, towns or places anywhere,” he said. “We are just not completely immune.” Next year’s PBSO budget and the law enforcement services plan passed unanimously. In other business: • The Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Office has requested that all municipalities move the dates of their municipal election to March 17, 2020. The council unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance amending the municipal election
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Congresswoman Lois Frankel (fourth from the left) with representatives from the municipalities who attended the roundtable discussion. told Frankel it is a problem. “We are all taking down every PDF,” she said. “Our clerks are going to be hit with [public records requests] and paper.” Many things that you could once download online, now you must make a formal request through the village clerk. Gerwig thinks this may overwhelm the clerk’s office. “On Wellington’s [web site] was a portal, and any vendor could go online and look at the portal, but now it is completely gone,” she said. “You have to come in and bother our staff. We are going to have to hire aides to do it. In the meantime, we cannot take the risk [of a lawsuit].” Village Manager Paul Schofield said that Wellington’s recent web site upgrade included removing many older files. “We have 500,000 pages of PDFs that we had to pull off,” he said.
Frankel agreed it is a concern. “This is going too far,” she said. Lantana Town Manager Debbie Manzo said her community is dealing with erosion of beaches and algae blooms in the water. She explained that Lantana Beach has lost a project to replenish the seaside. They recently had to close the beach because of high algae, as well. Ocean Ridge Vice Mayor Don MaGruder explained what keeps him up at night is the Lake Worth Lagoon. “The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are not supporting the effort to preserve the mangroves as they possibly could,” MaGruder explained. The Army Corps is allowing developers to drain the mangroves, according to officials in Boynton Beach and Ocean Ridge. On another topic, Frankel said
date and qualifying period for the 2020 municipal election. The amendment sets the Wellington municipal election for Tuesday, March 17, 2020. The qualifying period for candidates will be from noon on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019 to noon on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2019. Two council seats and the mayor’s seat are up for election. • Village Attorney Laurie Cohen informed the council there was a new lawsuit filed by a group of Rustic Ranches residents against the village based on inverse con-
demnations. Inverse condemnation refers to a situation where the government takes private property but fails to pay compensation. Wellington and the Rustic Ranches neighborhood have been at odds for years over road maintenance issues. • Village Manager Paul Schofield noted that he and his staff are keeping a close eye on the track of Hurricane Dorian and preparing the village for the storm’s possible arrival. He urged residents to follow the village on social media for regular updates.
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that she is aware of the lack of cyber security throughout many government entities and warned county officials that action should be taken locally. Frankel said she puts on many different hats. She represents those in the community, but also fights for far more sweeping legislation in Washington, D.C. However, while also trying to fix national problems, Frankel said that she will take the issues raised by the local officials to heart. “We take these issues and go back, and talk to our staff in Washington, to see what we can do to go forward on some of these things,” Frankel explained.
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continued from page 1 provals are granted or implied,” Erwin said. The commissioners spent a while discussing the issue. “It’s a beautiful tower, but we have to make sure that going forward, we address everything. We need to have good communication,” Commissioner June Perrin said. “It’s hard to say tear it down, but this should have been addressed before. It makes me very concerned going forward with this project. Otherwise, we could end up with more difficult issues as we go along. I’ll let it stand for the time being.” But Commissioner Ray Nazareth only partly agreed. “I’ve just seen too many issues here,” he said. “I was given to understand that the variance was granted with no favoritism or special treatments, and this is what I’m seeing — built before you got permitted. Can you comment on why it is so hard to recommend that it’s demolished, and that you do it the right way and rebuild it up to code? You’re not open to doing it the right way, and it sounds like there is a major issue here.” Chairman David Leland also had reservations about the request, and Commission Alternate Adam Miller voiced concerns about future requests. Halperin said there were none that she knew of, but Erwin noted a potential future request. “There is one other issue re-
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What keeps her up at night? “It’s not enough to have low unemployment when people are working two and three jobs,” Frankel said. “People need good-paying, decent jobs. Affordability of healthcare as well.” She also wants to get government to work better for everyday Americans. “There is a lot of dark money in politics,” Frankel said. “This influences so much that goes on in government. So, we have to get the campaign finance system much more transparent. We have to make sure people get to vote. We have to get a handle on this gun violence in America.” garding parking space size near the clubhouse. Initially was they were going to seek a variance, but they called me to say they will make the changes,” Erwin said in reference to parking spaces being one foot too small to meet code requirements. Halperin did say another minor site plan modification was expected regarding the location of some dumpsters and other items to ensure that the final site plan matched what existed in reality. “This development has come before this commission several times and now, we have another faux pas,” Leland said. “You are going to be working under a much finer microscope going forward. We don’t want to constantly see you revising things, and we are seeing this more now. You are professionals, and you’re held to that standard.” Perrin made a motion to approve the variance requests, but the motion failed 3-2 with Leland, Nazareth and Commissioner Philip Marquis opposed. Royal Palm Beach Planning & Zoning Commission decisions are advisory in nature. The item will head to the Royal Palm Beach Village Council for a final decision. In other business, an application for the Super Target store at the corner of SR 7 and Okeechobee Blvd. was unanimously approved. The application detailed upgrades planned to the signage, benches and trash receptacles at the site. Also, the commissioners heard a request from a homeowner on Fairway Lane to roof over a small section between a garage and a townhouse. The homeowners’ association and neighbors had no issue with the request, which was approved unanimously.
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TREE’S WINGS HOSTS SEND-OFF PARTY FOR NATIONAL WING FESTIVAL TEAM
Tree’s Wings & Ribs in Royal Palm Beach hosted a send-off party Tuesday, Aug. 27 for General Manager Erin Townsend, chef Tony Daddi, server Ashley Mondragon, server Chase Brandine and chef Kauwela Perreira, who are headed to the 2019 National Buffalo Wing Festival in Buffalo, N.Y., over Labor Day weekend. Tree’s Wings is one of 25 specially selected competitors from across the United States and beyond. Learn more about the festival at www.buffalowing.com. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER
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Bank Exec Susan Rabinowitz Also An LGBT Ally Changing Minds
By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report Susan Rabinowitz is a longtime resident of Wellington. She is a credit risk executive with Bank of America and lives in the community with her husband and four children. Rabinowitz is also on a mission to educate others on the importance of accepting people as they are, especially when it comes to those in the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. Two of Rabinowitz’s sons — 26-year-old Tyler and 19-year-old Daniel — are gay. She learned how to create a safe space for her children at home by being an advocate in her workplace. “I would like people to know that, even in 2019, there are many people we interact with in our daily lives at work, at home, in the community, who have challenges that differ than from mainstream,” Rabinowitz said. “There are many people in the LGBT community who are still afraid to share their true selves. What we need to do as a community is to figure out ways to educate everyone about the LGBT community. They need a voice that can be heard among us. No one deserves to walk around
and be ashamed of who they are for fear of not being accepted.” Her son Tyler didn’t tell his parents he was gay until he was 23 years old. For many years, he kept it hidden as a secret because he was aware that many people may not accept him, even fearing he may not be accepted by his own family. “I am a mother of four children,” Rabinowitz said. “My first son who came out to us didn’t come out until he was 23 years old. Shortly after, my other son had the courage to come out, and also a nephew.” This was something that surprised Rabinowitz because she felt that she was already a supporter of LGBT rights. “During that period of time, I had already become an ally of the LGBT community through an employee network group at our bank, and I started to become an ally for other reasons,” Rabinowitz said. “I was having conversations with others having challenges in the workplace, and then having the experience that I was having at home; my two worlds collided in a way, that after some self-reflection, it didn’t feel good.” Clearly, Rabinowitz thought, she had not done enough.
“I had no idea that I was not creating an environment that would be inclusive, loving and safe for my own child to be his true authentic self in his home,” she said. “I started to educate myself on the challenges of the LGBT community, and it was important that I started to become more of an advocate with a voice.” Rabinowitz wants the general public to step outside of their normal circles. Step out into someone else’s world to learn about inclusion and diversity. Creating a safe place for someone who is having challenges creates an opportunity to understand these challenges and help in a positive way. “If you can educate yourself with a group of people who are not like you, even if you don’t personally identify as LGBT, but you’re interested in the challenges they are facing in the workplace, or at home, then this is when the real work happens,” Rabinowitz said. Bank of America has created inclusion by encouraging networking. When Rabinowitz was networking, she was networking with women just like herself. The shift in her awareness came when she began networking with people unlike herself, and she became
aware of the challenges they may face in the workplace or at home. “Our bank has always supported diversity and inclusion,” Rabinowitz said. “The culture and the environment are to bring your whole self to work. We want all voices heard at the table and have always encouraged that approach. There are several employee networking groups that are set up so you can find a group that you self-identify with, but also join to understand how a group may have challenges. This way, the groups can learn how to grow and thrive.” What can the general public do to encourage inclusiveness? Rabinowitz thinks it’s important to have meaningful discussions. It is also important to get to know LGBT people. “We have luncheons, we have panel discussions,” Rabinowitz said. “We are having courageous conversations. The bank is sponsoring events so that we can talk about the things that we need to talk about.” What are some challenges in the workplace? “If I am heterosexual, and I don’t know much about the LGBT community, and I walk up to a group of people, and we are talk-
Wellington Rotary To Host Second Annual Race For The Red & Blue First Responders 5K Sept. 7
The Rotary Club of Wellington invites runners and walkers of all ages to come out for fun, fitness and philanthropy on Saturday, Sept. 7 at Wellington Amphitheater. Formerly known as the Jeff Annas Memorial Firefighters 5K, which ran for nearly a decade, the Race for the Red & Blue First Responders 5K supports and honors Palm Beach County fire-rescue and law enforcement charities. Race Committee Chair Larry Kemp is proud to carry on this local racing tradition and encourages everyone to participate as a runner, walker, volunteer or spectator. “As a community, it should be our responsibility to support our first responders,” he said.
The Rotary Club of Wellington and the Village of Wellington teamed up on last year’s race, raising more than $50,000. Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig hopes to build on that momentum this year in support of all local first responders. “Wellington is proud to host the Race for the Red & Blue, recognizing the strength, perseverance and courage of firefighters, EMTs, deputies, police officers, 911 Operators and their families in our local community,” she said. “First Responders put their lives on the line for us every day, as they face hardships that most of us will never know. We hope that this race will bring our community together as we recognize
the service and sacrifice of the people who dedicate their lives to protecting ours.” The race is open to runners and walkers with a goal to reach 1,000 participants. The course is officially approved, and the race is professionally timed by Accuchip. Race shirts and medals will be provided to registered participants. Trophies will be presented to top finishers. For parents in need of childcare during the event, the “kids corral” opens at 6:30 a.m. in the Wellington Community Center. Kids will enjoy games, activities and movies. Kid-friendly food and beverages will be served. Check-in/registration begins at
6:30 a.m. with a start time of 7:30 a.m. The awards ceremony is set for 8:45 a.m. The Rotary Club of Wellington thanks the following sponsors: the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, the Winter Equestrian Festival, Florida Crystals, the Allstate Insurance Foundation, Wellington Regional Medical Center, the Retreat of Palm Beach, the Village of Wellington, the South Florida Fairgrounds, Baptist Health, Oliver’s Harvest, Akel Homes, and Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith. To register for the race, visit www.wellington5k.com. To learn more about sponsoring the event, or becoming a volunteer, e-mail Kemp at larry.kemp@comcast. net.
Susan Rabinowitz and her husband Paul with their children Tyler, Nicolas, Rachel and Daniel. ing about a bank event, I may ask someone I know who is also heterosexual who they are bringing to the event,” Rabinowitz explained. “If I know someone is gay or bisexual, and I don’t know the right word to use, you just don’t ask them. So, they don’t tend to go to the bank events with their partners
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continued from page 4 communities, which are particularly vulnerable to an undercount. Virginia Savietto, administrative assistant to County Commissioner Greg Weiss, said the Complete Count Committee brought together 85 leaders to assist the multicultural communities in gaining trust. “It was amazing to see all the organizations from the Hispanic and Haitian and Caribbean and the multinationals come together to see how they could do something with us,” Savietto said. Pedro Guilarte, who works with the U.S Census Bureau in Atlanta,
as comfortably as the one’s you are actively engaged with. So, this is one example of the difference. If you are an ally, you proactively want to get to know the LGBT community.” For more information about local LGBT resources, visit www. compassglcc.com. said the average response rate for paper surveys among multicultural communities is about 50 percent initially. However, those numbers are raised significantly due to the outreach work that the county is undertaking. “The census is not about counting half the people,” Guilarte said. “It’s about counting all the people.” Savietto noted that California had funded $100 million toward its census count while Florida has not funded anything. Weiss noted that Alabama has sued the U.S. Census Bureau over counting undocumented immigrants in apportioning congressional seats, although its success could mean losing congressional representation and a portion of federal funding. “That would be their loss,” Palm Beach County Vice Mayor Dave Kerner said.
WELLINGTON HOSTS FIRST SENIOR VOLUNTEER FAIR AT COMMUNITY CENTER
Wellington’s Community Services Department hosted its first Senior Volunteer Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 27 at the Wellington Community Center. Local nonprofits and community partners were in attendance to share volunteer opportunities with local senior citizens. There were also refreshments and giveaways during the event. To learn more about volunteer opportunities, visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/communityservices. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER
Jerry Springer, Marilyn Trimble and Peg Caliendo.
Norma Baugh with Palms West Hospital Director Community Relations Dilma Bennett.
Wellington Cares Volunteer Coordinator Diane Gutman with volunteers Evelyn Regan and Pam Stokes.
Area Agency on Aging Healthy Living Director Maureen McCarthy, Elder Rights Center Director Kate Kramer and Elder Crime Coordinator Carmen Cabrera.
PBSO volunteers Richard Lassman, Maj. Nancy Dicker, Capt. Robert Herzog, Lt. Col. Jeff Goldman and Elliot Colchamiro.
Mayor Anne Gerwig, PBCFR Fire Safety Specialist Charvel Khadij and Vice Mayor Mike Napoleone.
Jennifer DiSilvestro, Doni Greenblatt and Belinda Lasky of Alpert Jewish Family Services.
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NEWS BRIEFS Wellington Preparing For Dorian
Wellington’s stormwater management team has been making preparations this week at pump stations around the community, clearing debris from canals and ensuring they are at their optimal levels in anticipation of Tropical Storm Dorian. As of Wednesday, the storm was projected to possibly strike Florida as Hurricane Dorian sometime Sunday or Monday. Wellington officials were closely monitoring the storm as it moved across the Caribbean. As with any tropical storm, attention turns to the potential for heavy rainfall and localized flooding. Wellington staff was closely monitoring the forecast and local water levels. The village’s canals were within acceptable levels, and pumping
was proceeding as necessary in preparation. Public works crews have also been working to clear drains and swales as needed, and village officials were also working closely with the South Florida Water Management District as that agency prepares the regional flood protection system to protect communities from flooding and handle possible heavy local rainfall. Village officials stressed that flood control is a shared responsibility, urging residents and homeowners’ associations to do their part to help keep their community drainage systems running smoothly. This includes keeping neighborhood street grates clear of debris to prevent blockage and ensure proper drainage, and turning off sprinklers and letting rainfall water your lawn. Caution should always be applied when walking or driving through flooded areas. For lifethreatening emergencies, dial 911.
Wellington will continue to keep residents updated on its emergency operations and flood control efforts as the storm approaches. For updates, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov and follow the village on social media.
Free Support Groups At Community Of Hope Church
Community of Hope Church is currently offering several free support groups. GriefShare is a support group for those grieving the loss of someone close. Videos of grief experts and discussion guided by trained facilitators help participants move through their grief journey in a healthy way and begin to regain joy in life. Community of Hope offers this free 13-week series on Mondays at 7
p.m. beginning Sept. 9. Participants can join at any time during the 13-week series. DivorceCare is a support group for people who are separated or divorced. Videos of family counselors together with discussion guided by trained facilitators help participants heal from the hurt of a broken marriage. Community of Hope Church offers DivorceCare on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. beginning Sept. 10. Participants can join at any time during the 13-week series. DC4K (DivorceCare for Kids) is offered simultaneously and is designed to help children ages 6 to 13 who are struggling with the confusion and pain that comes from their parents’ separation and divorce to process their feelings. Also, the Caregivers Support Group meets once a month with others who care for a loved one to support and encourage each other and share helpful information. Meetings are held one Thursday
per month at 7 p.m. starting Sept. 19. For more information, or to register, call (561) 753-8883 or e-mail info@communityofhope.church. Community of Hope is located at 14055 Okeechobee Blvd. in Loxahatchee Groves.
‘Nutcracker’ Auditions Set For Aug. 31
Wellington Ballet Theatre will hold auditions for The Nutcracker on Saturday, Aug. 31 at the Dance Arts Conservatory Center for the Performing Arts in Wellington. Auditions begin at 2:30 p.m. for ages 5 to 8; 3 p.m. for ages 8 to 11; and 4 p.m. for ages 11 and up. The audition fee is $10. The winter performance will be held Dec. 7 and Dec. 8 at Wellington High School. Rehearsals begin next week. For more information, call
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St. Matthew Church Seeks Vendors
St. Matthew Catholic Church (6090 Hypoluxo Road, Lake Worth) is currently seeking vendors for its ninth annual Giant Craft & Tag Sale. The sale will be held Saturday, Nov. 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with a rain date of Saturday, Nov. 9. Vendor spaces are currently $30 for a 9-foot by 17-foot space or $50 for two spaces. All profits are yours to keep. From Oct. 12 through Oct. 25, registration will be $30 per space with no multi-space discount. Registration underway now. For more information, call (561) 9668878 or e-mail stmatthewsale@ gmail.com.
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Young Swimmers Compete At End Of Summer Invitational Meet
By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report Last weekend, the Wellington Aquatics Complex hosted the Wellington End of Summer Invitational, where swimmers showed up and pushed through their best racing times while enjoying the friendly atmosphere. Competitive swimmers train in the water to build a physique that is strong but pliable to skim through the liquid, beating their best time or racing to the finish against their fiercest competitors, who are often friends. Bailey Folds, 10, has been competing for six years. She swims with the East Coast Aquatics Club. On Sunday, she was competing in the 50-yard breaststroke and the 50-yard backstroke. “I like swimming because it’s fun, and
it’s a way to get out my energy,” Folds said. Adrianna Guzzo, 8, was there competing in the 50-yard backstroke. “Swimming is just fun! I love to do all of the strokes,” Guzzo said. “My best is the breaststroke.” The coaches have prepared the swimmers to perform in the water, but it is up to each swimmer to warm-up and cool-down properly. Learning these skills can keep the swimmer from cramping. Folds explained that the heart rate needs to go up before the competition because warming up the body can be critical to performance. “Before you swim, you need to get your heart rate up,” the young swimmer explained. “You swim at a moderate speed level, because if
Anastasiya Kappes and Noor El Tohamy of the Wahoos.
you go too slow you will be too calm, and if you go too fast you will get too tired.” After her swim, she’ll stay in the water for a while. “The warming down doesn’t have to be a stroke; it can be jumping or hopping in the water,” Folds said. “This is to get your heart rate down, to calm down so you don’t get cramps.” The swimmers learn these techniques in practice. Many swimmers practice two hours a day, six days a week with other swimmers in their club. Some swimmers practice in the mornings before school and in the afternoons after school. Bella Guzzo, 11, has been swimming since she was two. She competed in the 50-yard backstroke, the 50-yard breaststroke, the 100yard butterfly and the girls 11-12 100-yard individual medley (IM) last Sunday. She beat her own best time by four seconds in the IM. “I love swimming because it’s so enjoyable,” she said. “You have fun with your friends and compete against other swimmers you don’t know.” Marley Rubin likes swimming because her team feels like family. “What I like about swimming is that you almost have a whole new family of friends,” Rubin said. “I like the competitiveness as well. You have someone you want to beat while you are racing. I like this competitive goal setting.” Hannah Miller competes with the Wellington Wahoos. “This is
(Front row) Makena Rubin, Alera Hurwitz and Rebecca Roldan; and (back row) Dea Sustaita, Emily Eaton, Hannah Miller and Marley Rubin.
like a second family,” Miller said. “We get to be in the water, 24/7. I like the competitiveness of it and just everything about it.” Emily Eaton loves swimming and feels it’s a positive family sport. “I love how everyone here is like your sister or brother,” she explained. Alera Hurwitz has been swimming all of her life. She enjoys setting her competition goals. “I love just being competitive against other swimmers,” Hurwitz said. “I love winning and achieving my goals.” Makena Rubin, a Wellington Wahoo competitor, also loves her swimming family. “I just love having a second family,” Rubin said. “Anything I need help with, I can go to them. Everyone is always there for me.” Noor El Tohamy likes swimming and being in the water. “When you swim, it’s refreshing, but at the same time you use all of your muscles and your energy,” El Tohamy said. “It’s a good competitive sport to be in, but it’s like a family.” Rebecca Roldan also competes with the Wellington Wahoos. “I like how we have a bunch of friends and have a warming place to come,” Roldan said. “It helps with your mental health, outside of school. It really trains your body. I like having another family to come home to every day.” Anastasiya Kappes said swimming builds her character. “I love
Bailey Folds, Adrianna Guzzo and Bella Guzzo swim for the East Coast Aquatic Club. swimming because it fits me,” Swimming. The kids swim in Kappes said. “You meet new competition at certain distances people. Swimming is part of my and different strokes They compete personality, my zodiac.” against each other, but they also David Katz, a meet referee for compete against themselves to USA Swimming, was on hand to improve their times.” officiate. He oversees all of the It takes many volunteers to put officials and makes sure the meet is on a successful swimming comrun according to the set standards. petition. “This is a local swimming com“We all do this as a labor of petition in accordance with the love,” Katz said. “All of the offilocal swimming committee,” Katz cials are volunteers.” explained. “The local swimming To learn more about the Welcommittee is the Florida Gold lington Wahoos swim team, visit Coast, under the auspices of USA www.wellingtonswimming.com.
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WELLINGTON ELEMENTARY’S BACK TO SCHOOL BASH AT PETER PIPER PIZZA
On Thursday, Aug. 22, Peter Piper Pizza, located on Jog Road in Greenacres, hosted Wellington Elementary School’s Back to School Bash. The restaurant donated a percentage of profits to the school. Students, staff and families came out to show their school spirit and support the school. It was a great time for families to have fun and get together for delicious pizza. The restaurant has an arcade, which the children really enjoyed. There were also games and contests for the teachers and students set up by the PTO. Wellington Elementary School appreciates Peter Piper Pizza and all of the families and staff that came out that night.
Second grader Liana Meoni-Fan with VPK teacher Cathy Eckstein.
Teachers Ashley Schroth, Kimberly Portilla and Kelly Small enjoy having dinner with their families.
Second grader Collin Maguire, mom Andrea Maguire and kindergartner Rian Maguire have fun in the arcade.
Dress For Success Sets Fall Job Readiness Program Schedule
Dress for Success Palm Beaches (DFSPB), the nonprofit with a mission to empower women to achieve economic independence, has set its fall schedule for job readiness programs. Participants who complete these tuition-free programs are eligible to receive the free “suiting” benefits for which Dress for Success is globally known, which includes wardrobe consultation and appropriate head-to-toe apparel and accessories for a job interview. Upon landing a job, a full week’s workplace wardrobe is provided. Next Step, for women ages 18 to 25, is a series of sessions conducted over a 10-week period that will begin on Friday, Sept. 13, focusing on building confidence and professionalism. Cassondra Corbin-Thaddies, one of Palm Beach County’s leading educators, is the program facilitator, and she is joined by a group of volunteer mentors who represent a range of professions. The curriculum includes resume writing, interviewing and communication skills, and how to leverage social media in the job search process. Next Step is designed primarily for young women who may be
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Elected Officials Visit The Addington For Senior Citizens Day Event By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report National Senior Citizens Day has been celebrated in the month of August every year since 1988. This year, on Wednesday, Aug. 21, the Addington at Wellington Green honored some of its own residents with help from Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig, Palm Beach County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay and Wellington Councilman Michael Drahos. “We want to honor and thank each and every one of our citizens here today because at some point in their life, every one of them have contributed to their communities and society as a whole,” Addington Lifestyle Director Dorene Harkness said. “We realize that they’ve paved the way for many of us, and we have three residents who we are spotlighting because they are great examples.” The three individuals specifically honored at the celebration were World War II veterans George Kramser and Harold Levine, along with Brenda Butscher, an influential woman ahead of her time. Kramser was born in Austria and came to the United States through Ellis Island. His life after serving in the military was one of entertainment as he performed around the world as a professional ice skater. Harkness shared one of his favorite sayings: “Life’s most important lesson is you learn by listening to other people.” Levine was joined by his wife of
77 years, Sylvia. He was stationed at Pearl Harbor while serving in the U.S. Navy and spent time in PT boats because they were small, fast, and used to combat the enemy. Levine also shared how he met a young John F. Kennedy. Butscher was a healthcare leader, business owner and elected official who was named woman of the year and inducted into the women’s hall of fame in her hometown in Maryland. She was
a Garrett County commissioner from 1990 to 1994 — the first woman elected to that position. McKinlay stood before the room and commended the guests for their time and service to both their nation and their community. She spoke of her respect for those who served in the military, noting that both of her grandfathers also served. Gerwig said that she was honored to be able to attend the event.
The guests of honor included Brenda Butscher, George Kramser, and Sylvia and Harold Levine.
“The work that our seniors have done is not overlooked. We value you. We want to serve you. We want to be your partners, and we thank you for being part of the community and for all that you’ve done and the lives that you’ve touched,” she said. Drahos quoted Ronald Reagan, the first president to declare National Senior Citizens Day. “It is a real privilege to serve the community, and it’s especially an
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Shirley Furman and Councilman Michael Drahos chat before the event.
honor to come out here and recognize you all for Senior Citizens Day,” Drahos said. “As Ronald Reagan said, ‘You can never grow old so long as you have an interest in the world and you are eager to contribute to it.’ That is really what we are all about. It’s so important to us that you all continue to contribute, and we continue to get your voice and your contribution to what we are doing in Wellington, now and in the future.”
Councilman Michael Drahos, Mayor Anne Gerwig and Commissioner Melissa McKinlay read a proclamation for National Senior Citizens Day.
Community Services Specialist Jenifer Brito, Addington Lifestyle Director Dorene Harkness and Wellington Community Services Director Paulette Edwards.
County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay with honored guest Brenda Butscher.
Guests and residents enjoyed refreshments and sharing their experiences for the remainder of the event. The Addington at Wellington Green is located at 10330 NuVista Avenue in Wellington. It is both an assisted-living facility and a postacute care center offering therapy and nursing services. For more info., call (561) 7953360 or visit www.addingtonwg. com.
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HORSES THAT HELP HOSTS A FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL AT ITID’S HAMLIN HOUSE
Horses That Help held a Family Fun Festival on Saturday, Aug. 24 at the Hamlin House Community Center in The Acreage. The fundraiser was to help support free special needs programs all year long. There were vendors, bounce houses, a rock-climbing wall, pony rides, a petting zoo, food and more. For more information, visit www.horsesthathelp.org or call (561) 281-8599.
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Wellington Art Society Will Feature Ceramicist, Printmaker Maxwell Taylor
The Wellington Art Society will open its new season with a demonstration and talk by internationally renowned ceramicist and printmaker Maxwell Taylor on Wednesday, Sept. 11 at the Wellington Community Center. The meet-and-greet begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by a member spotlight and a brief meeting. The evening will conclude with the demonstration by Taylor. Taylor was born on New Providence Island, Bahamas. His artistic talent was discovered as a young schoolboy, and early in life he was apprenticed to the fabled Chelsea Pottery. He later moved to New York and studied at the Art Students League of New York and took further studies in photo silkscreen at the Pratt Graphic Center
and printmaking at the Printmaking Workshop. His commitment to black power artists is evidenced in his woodcuts, etchings and stark canvases. He admired and was influenced by Daumier, Braque and Picasso. Taylor left New York after 20 years and traveled to South Carolina and Europe, observing the social, economic and political dynamics of many cultures but never forgetting his Bahamian roots. In 1983, he was one of 10 artists selected to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Bahamian Independence. This versatile artist and accomplished technician has become a master of a variety of media. He is renowned for his ceramics and paintings, but it is in his printmak-
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Congresswoman Frankel Returns From A Bipartisan Visit To India
Congresswoman Lois Frankel (D-District 21) has returned from a week-long bipartisan fact-finding trip to India, organized by the Indian government. The group participated in policy discussions with local and global leaders, visited military installations, and learned about India’s history and culture. At a time of rising India-Pakistan tension, Frankel sought insight on efforts to maintain peace and stability in Kashmir. “As the world’s oldest and largest democracies, the U.S. and India can work together to tackle the climate crisis and promote a more peaceful and prosperous world,” Frankel said. “On
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presents, I swear there was a static charge in the air. Forty children clustered around one birthday boy evidently creates some sort of electrical grid. At last the day was done. By the time the last gift was opened and the last guest had gone, Skippy was winding down. In a quiet moment, his parents brought out a single last surprise — the one toy he had been pining for most. (I can’t tell you what it was; I was busy soaking up the pure joy on his face.) “It’s like all my dreams have come true,” he marveled. He didn’t mean it as a cliché. He meant it as pure truth. Witness that and it is very hard to be sad.
‘Peanut Butter Falcon’ Is A Charming Movie With A Weird Name
A small film with the weird name The Peanut Butter Falcon has meandered into theaters this week. Meander is the proper word. Borrowing heavily from Mark Twain’s Huckleberry Finn, it is a charming tale of a trip made by three rather strange, although charming characters. And it is the trip that is important, not the clearly hopped up “feel good” ending. Zak (Zack Gottsagen, from Boynton Beach, by the way) has Down syndrome. The “state,” clearly the real villain of the whole piece, has decided that even though he is a young adult, he is not able to take care of himself, and they put him into an assisted-living facility for the elderly, where he is really isolated. He dreams of escape and manages to do just that. Zak soon runs into Tyler (Shia LaBeouf), also on the run because, having had a fight with a bunch of goons led by fellow fisherman Duncan (John Hawkes), he set a fire,
‘I’ On CULTURE By Leonard Wechsler destroying all the expensive equipment of the group. After running into Zak, they begin their travels together. Their relationship is the heart of this movie, although eventually Eleanor joins them. The “meet cute” scene is lovely. First Eleanor meets Tyler in a gas station asking about Zak, which leads to a bit of confrontation. Later, Eleanor walks up to Tyler by a beach in North Carolina and again asks about Zak. On their own, it is clear, everyone is rather empty inside.
Eleanor has given her all to caretaking a large number of people without really getting close to any of them, and Tyler has not been close to anyone since the death of his brother. Our little group goes through a series of adventures heading for a pro wrestling school that Zak saw while watching old VHS tapes at the old age home. They finally find the old-time wrestler, Saltwater Redneck (Thomas Haden Church), only to find that things are not what they seem. And then writer/directors Tyler Nilson and Michael Schwartz create a really fake happy ending. That is the big flaw of the film. Most of the film is absolutely charming; there are a series of small-scale interactions that really fill in huge amounts of the characterizations. The people, particularly Zak and Tyler, seem very real. And had they been able to come up with a good ending, we
could almost have had a classic, or at least a near one. Instead, instead of soaring, it just lands in the muck with a thud. LaBeouf is better than usual. For a change, he’s not sleepwalking through a role. His face, battered by years of excess, works well as Tyler. There are reports that he behaved so badly during the shooting of the film that Gottsagen sat him down and told him that while LaBeouf would likely be in many more films, this was almost certainly the young man’s only chance. He reportedly begged him to behave. And, one way or another, this worked. The relationship between the two men is exquisitely drawn in a series of very small steps. As noted earlier, the film meanders; it takes its time to build the relationship. Johnson is OK. Her part is not as well fleshed out as the two men, unfortunately. She’s a bit too pigeon-holed as “mommy substitute” and “potential lover.” But there
is some real chemistry between her and LaBeouf, and that works nicely. Gottsagen steals the film, however. Yes, he does have Down syndrome, which adds the realism necessary, but he also has a winning personality. If he was not sympathetic, if we didn’t care all that much, the film would be really sad. But he carries off his part brilliantly. He might be right; there may not be more roles for him. And that would be a shame. I also liked Bruce Dern in a small role as Zak’s co-conspirator for his escape from the old age home. This is a charming movie, a real change from many of the films that come out during the summer filled with special effects and comic book characters. We get to feel for these people. If the ending is too contrived, well, that does not take away the really fun parts of the ride. I enjoyed the film; you will probably enjoy it as well.
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U.S. Polo Assn. Partners With County Agency On ‘Women In Polo’
USPA Global Licensing Inc., the official licensing arm and broadcaster of the United States Polo Association, is partnering with the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council in sponsoring the new television and digital show “Women in Polo: The Palm Beaches,” a 30-minute in-depth look at the inspirational and fearless female polo players of yesterday, today and tomorrow. The show’s release is in conjunction with USPAGL’s Women’s Initiative, “Inspiring Others,” a year-long campaign celebrating female polo players and supporting women’s training programs, charities, tournaments, lifestyles and fashion. The launch was also timed with Women’s Equality Day, celebrated on Aug. 26 to commemorate the 1920 adoption of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which granted women the right to vote. “With U.S. Polo Assn. being the official brand of the United States Polo Association, it was important
for us to recognize these amazing women and share their inspirational stories both on and off the polo field,” said J. Michael Prince, president and CEO of USPAGL. “We are proud to partner for the second time with the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council and Ko-Mar Productions on our Women’s Initiative.” “Women in Polo: The Palm Beaches” will reach more than 100 million households across a national audience and debut Labor Day weekend on the TVG Network, which focuses on equestrian sports. In addition to the national broadcast, the show will air on ThePalmBeaches.tv and be available in Palm Beach County hotels and resorts, as well as on content provider Roku. USPAGL will feature the show in many of the 1,100 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores that span 166 countries, as well as on multiple digital platforms including the company’s web site at www. uspoloassnglobal.com, IGTV
and YouTube, impacting millions of consumers and sports fans globally. “U.S. Polo Assn. and the sport of polo are essential in making Palm Beach County, specifically the Village of Wellington, the ‘Equestrian Capital of the World.’ The Tourist Development Council is proud to highlight these extraordinary female athletes and share their stories on The Palm Beaches TV,” said Glenn Jergensen, the executive director of the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council. “Women in Polo: The Palm Beaches” profiles six inspiring women who are changing the face of the sport, beginning with the late, great Sunny Hale, a polo pioneer and the first woman to win the U.S. Open Polo Championship. Viewers will meet Dawn Jones, a polo patron, advocate for female players and wife of Academy Award winner Tommy Lee Jones, as well as Pamela Flanagan, a young, polo-playing lawyer who
rescues horses and transforms them into polo ponies. The show also takes an in-depth look at the exciting lives of two U.S. Polo Assn. Global Brand Ambassadors: Hope Arellano, a young polo phenom, and Ashley Busch, a fashion designer, model and wife of NASCAR superstar Kurt Busch. “I want to thank U.S. Polo Assn. for creating the Women in Polo project to help raise awareness about women in the sport of polo, its history, those who currently play the sport, and its potential to grow in the future,” Dawn Jones said. “I was honored to offer my perspective as an active female polo player, highly interested in seeing women’s polo become more efficiently and professionally organized for the next generation.” The show takes a detour outside Palm Beach County to meet Shariah Harris, a young woman from Philadelphia’s Work To Ride program, who is defying the odds by earning a full scholarship to
U.S. Polo Assn. Global Brand Ambassador Ashley Busch is one of the people featured in “Women in Polo: The Palm Beaches.” play polo at Cornell University, has been very unique. However, and making history as the first I feel that the best journeys are African-American woman to play sometimes the ones that are a bit unconventional. And hopefully my in a high-goal polo tournament. “I am very honored to be one of story and the stories of the other the featured women in this show,” amazing women featured on this Harris said. “My introduction to show can inspire other women to the sport of polo and my journey, pick up the sport, no matter their through the Work to Ride program, backgrounds.”
Professional Bank Opens Loan Production Office In Wellington
FPL team members at the Light the Night walk.
FPL Partners With The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society As Event Sponsor
The Treasure Coast Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), the world’s largest nonprofit health organization dedicated to finding cures and ensuring access to treatments for all blood cancer patients, has announced that Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) has joined LLS’s 2019 Light the Night as a presenting sponsor. Light the Night, an annual fundraising event, will take place Nov. 22 at the Fitteam Ballpark of the Palm Beaches. Light the Night is a fundraising campaign benefiting LLS and its funding of research to find blood cancer cures. Coming together for
a common goal, friends, family and co-workers form fundraising walk teams. Millions of consumers also help by donating at retail outlets. Culminating in inspiration and memorable evening walks every fall, participants in 140 communities across North America join together carrying illuminated lanterns to take steps to end cancer. “We’re thrilled to have FPL as a sponsor of this year’s Light the Night,” said Pam Payne, executive director at the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. “We appreciate their generosity and are grateful for their commitment to help
make this year’s Light the Night the best yet. We are taking steps to end cancer.” LLS was founded by a family for families, beginning 70 years ago at a time when a diagnosis of leukemia was nearly always fatal. Now, with the development of new treatments for childhood leukemia, to today’s advances in precision medicine and immunotherapy, LLS has had a colossal impact on advancing cancer cures and changing the way cancer is treated and the care for patients. To form a team, or to learn more, call (561) 616-8682 or visit www. lightthenight.org.
Professional Bank, one of Florida’s fastest-growing financial institutions, has entered the Wellington market with the opening of a new loan production office (LPO) in the Chancellor South Building at 12008 South Shore Blvd., Suite 108. A loan production office is similar to a full-service branch in that customers will be able to open accounts, make deposits, apply for loans and conduct practically any other type of business except for those involving cash. “We see opportunity to expand our business in this part of Palm Beach County,” said Daniel R. Sheehan, chairman/CEO of Professional Bank. “Lee Frankhouser and his team are great additions to Professional Bank, and I am confident they will do well in this market.” The new LPO will be managed by a trio of veteran bankers who previously worked together at other financial institutions and have established ties to the Wellington business community. Frankhouser, executive vice president/private banker, will oversee the expansion. He established numerous banking relationships in Wellington when he was
president of Davie-based Floridian Community Bank, which later became part of Synovus Financial Corp. Frankhouser is also active in the equestrian community, where he serves on the board of the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center. Ravi Culbertson, a vice president/private banker, will manage day-to-day operations at the new LPO and spearhead new business development. Culbertson worked as an assistant branch manager at Floridian Community Bank, an assistant vice president at Florida Community Bank and most recently a market manager at Synovus prior to joining Professional Bank. She is active in the Wellington Chamber of Commerce, is a board member of the Wellington Rotary Foundation and a member of the Business Builders Network. Joining the pair is Kelly Donado, an assistant vice president/ private banking associate, who has worked closely with Frankhouser and Culbertson in the past. “We are bringing a high-touch, private banking experience that we feel doesn’t exist in Wellington and the surrounding communities,” Frankhouser said. “We see an opportunity to talk to businesses
large and small, and individuals, who desire something different than what the big banks in the region currently offer.” In addition to Wellington, Professional Bank operates a loan production office in West Palm Beach, as well as a newly opened office in Doral. The bank operated one in Boca Raton, but recently replaced it with a full-service branch a few miles away in downtown Boca. The bank recently opened a branch in the Dadeland-Pinecrest area as well. This latest expansion comes at a time when Professional Bank is hitting an intense growth period. During the second quarter of 2019, the bank neared $900 million in assets for the first time and most recently announced a merger with Marquis Bank. In December 2018, Professional Bank’s parent company raised $20 million in new capital that is being used to invest in new talent, technology and locations. Founded in 2008, Professional Bank operates full-service branches and loan production offices in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. For more information, visit www.myprobank.com.
VILLAGE OF ROYAL PALM BEACH PUBLIC NOTICE The Village of Royal Palm Beach currently has a vacancy for one member on the Education Advisory Board. The Education Advisory Board meets on the second Monday of the month eight months out of the year, and one special meeting in April of each year for scholarship interviews. All meetings are held in the Village Meeting Hall. Board Members shall meet the following qualifications at the time of their appointment and throughout the course of their service: they must be a Village resident, have a background in education and experience in the field of education, be a member of a parent teacher organization, parent teacher association, school advisory council or other similar organization associated with or sponsored by the school district or a public or charter school located within the Village; or be a parent/legal guardian of a child currently enrolled in a Village public or charter school. If you would like to volunteer your service and expertise on this local government Board, pick up an application at the Village Clerk’s office or download it from the Village’s website at https://www.royalpalmbeach.com/board-application. Return the completed application to the Village Clerk’s office no later than 5:00 p.m. on September 11, 2019 for Council consideration at its September 19th meeting. If further information is desired, please call the Village Clerk at 790-5102. By: Diane DiSanto, MMC, Village Clerk
WILLIAM (BILLY) EUGENE WALL, JR. William (Billy) Eugene Wall, Jr. passed away on August 8, 2019 at the age of 55 while visiting family on vacation in PA. Billy is from Centerville, PA and for over a year now has been residing in Loxahatchee, FL with his partner Deborah Sim Fezza. Please come join us for his Celebration of Life which will be held on September 6, 2019 at 7 pm at the Enforcers Motorcycle Club 1525 Avenue E, Riviera Beach, FL 33404. Billy was an amazing, compassionate soul from a blend of his Christian faith and Native American “Spirit Walk” village where he was known as “Tatanka Nazin” which means “Standing Buffalo”. Billy’s charisma, kind heart, sense of humor, and quick wit drew in everyone around him. He was an incredibly talented bass guitarist and musician as well as a naturally gifted engineer. Billy loved singing karaoke with or to his nearest and dearest. He had a passion for cars, and automechanics which lead him to a career at NASCAR at an earlier point in life. Billy’s lifelong fondness of motorcycles currently lead him to be a member of the Enforcers Motorcycle Club’s Mother Chapter here in Riviera Beach, FL. Billy will be missed dearly by many family members and friends. He is survived by father William Wall (partner Sue); son Tristan Wall; partner Deborah Fezza; sister Donna Irwin (husband Chad); sister Lisa Hauptmann (husband Bill); nieces and nephews: Andrew, Julia, Jessie, Julie, Jenelle, Heidi, Dustin and Josh. Billy is preceded in death by his mother Patricia Wall; his sister Tonimarie Bradley; his brother Michael Wall and nephew Domonic.
For further information contact Deborah Fezza deborahlsim@gmail.com
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continued from page 1 has gotten one of our SWAG kids two years in a row now, and they learn about the government,” Gerwig said. She then asked a few members in the audience about their first jobs, stressing the lesson of how hard work and determination are important. “I’m wondering if we couldn’t mix this up a little bit as a community, with the help of the business community, and offer every rising senior in Wellington a summer job,” Gerwig said. “I’d like to be able to embrace our youth. But I don’t just want us to look good — I want us to be good.” Gerwig shifted to speak on other topics and updates. She explained how the millage rate and assessments planned for drainage are staying the same next year, and about the upgrades in process for Wellington’s utilities. “Only about 3 percent of Wellington’s land mass is commercial property, and some of that is in our commercial park, so we are a little off balance,” Gerwig said. “We do
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continued from page 1 ally strong council that works well together. We respect each other’s opinions. We don’t always agree, but we can disagree without being disagreeable, which is important,” Napoleone said. “We’ve done a lot to continue to make Wellington the great hometown we tell everyone it is. We’ve managed to keep the millage rate at close to historically low levels, while still delivering high-quality services that everyone
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continued from page 1 must be implemented and/or updated. He noted that ITID has 10 parks on 95 acres, as well as areas outside of the control of the district that are available for residents to use, including Palm Beach County parks and the J.W. Corbett Wildlife Management Area, managed by the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. “How can we also improve the equestrian trails?” he asked. “Right now, the equestrian trails seem to be somewhat disconnected, they’re poorly signed and they’re really not maintained to the level that you would expect. The biggest issue for me, and what I’ve been trying to figure out these past few weeks being here working with parks staff and with staff in general, is how do we connect with the residents and find out what they want and what they expect to see?” Hanson added that the current approval system for special events is not consistent and needs improvement. “That’s not fair to the individuals renting or to the organizations,
have a vibrant work community, but I think we can do better and get some economic diversity built in, so we are not so dependent on the healthcare industry. We’d like to look for other things that would deepen our bench in terms of the economic environment.” The luncheon was sponsored by Noreen O’Sullivan, a financial advisor with Prudential Advisors. She took to the podium and gave a presentation called “Solutions in Retirement Planning.” O’Sullivan specializes in wealth management for individuals and businesses and shared her advice with the audience. “I would like everyone today to take one goal and make a plan to make a difference in their future,” she said. “It’s never too late, even if you haven’t started yet, and if you do have a plan, you should review it regularly. O’Sullivan addressed issues such as the gifts and challenges that come with longevity. She explained that the once-standard concept of holding back four percent of income no longer works in today’s economy, as costs for items such as healthcare rise. Also at the luncheon, Chamber President Stuart Hack introduced new chamber members, as well as the newest member of the cham-
ber’s President’s Circle, Jessica Poveda of Grace Family Medicine. Her practice offers direct primary care services.
For more information about the Wellington Chamber of Commerce and future events, visit www.wellingtonchamber.com.
living in Wellington has come to expect.” Napoleone said that his goal is to support initiatives that help build Wellington’s future. For example, the overhaul of Wellington’s water utilities system is a big step in the right direction, but not the only step needed in protecting the community’s valuable resource. “Water drives Florida, so we’ve got to make sure and do our part to keep the water system clean, and part of that is looking at a reuse system and using that water differently — whether it means better conservation, evaluation of our septic system or partnering
with other municipalities who might need what we have to offer,” he said. Part of Napoleone’s goal of keeping Wellington a great hometown is to keep the community working together. Events like last winter’s Day for Autism picnic is a particular source of pride. “We have to always be looking to the future because the actions we take today will resonate for our children,” he said. “Complacency is not an option. You don’t fix what isn’t broken, but also, you look where things can improve and be forward-thinking. A primary goal is to keep Wellington great and
not do anything that’s going to diminish the quality of life that we all came here to enjoy.” Seat 1 incumbent Drahos is also seeking a second term after winning his seat on the council in 2016. A Wellington resident since 1986, Drahos grew up in the community and has a deep love for the village. “I’ve got 30 years of my life already invested in this community, and it is just as important to me now that I’m raising my family here,” Drahos said. “I want to make sure that they have the same kind of experiences that I had growing up, and as a matter
of fact, we are trying to do a little bit better.” After seeing a bitterly divided council in the past, Drahos finds that the team in place has ironed out its kinks and is busy working for the community. “It has been a great four years, and I’m really proud of what we’ve accomplished. I love working with this council. We have really progressed, and I think we are a lot more united today than we were four years ago,” Drahos said. “That wasn’t by accident. The five of us on this council have worked really hard and really well together to formulate a vision that everyone
whether they’re for-profit or notfor-profit, using our facilities,” he said. “Then we have some older equipment, and the biggest thing that surprised me is, do we really want portable potties in our parking lot. Should we look at something a little different that’s permanent?” He pointed out that the portable toilet trailer at Bob Hoefl Park does its job, but it is the dominant feature there. “That’s sitting right in front of your park,” Hanson said. “It’s not inconspicuous, so we should look at how you want to at least camouflage that.” He added that there are cracked surfaces on many of the basketball and tennis courts, and the skateboard park is adjacent to ITID’s maintenance area where heavy equipment comes and goes. “I know it is scheduled to be moved in one of the phases with Acreage Community Park,” he noted. Hanson also encouraged working with Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation to use more of its facilities. “I don’t think we’re focused enough on what can we do with Palm Beach County to partner with them to take advantage of
what they have here. While the Acreage Pines preserve is very limited, it’s not as open, the Royal Palm Beach preserve is. What can we do with Palm Beach County to make that more active for our residents here?” he asked. Hanson suggested starting a capital projects list and budgeting for park improvements that the board and the community want to see, whether it is for playgrounds or court resurfacing. “What happens in a lot of jurisdictions is minor park improvements get pushed off because of budgeting, but eventually, that catches up with us. We’re seeing this with this upcoming fiscal year, where we cut part of the budget for the Sycamore Park playground improvements. We really want to try to plan outward and make sure we set aside the appropriate funds for that,” he said. Another issue seems to be with water fountains, Hanson noted, since ITID does not have a potable water system. “It might not be financially feasible to put county water to all the parks, but there are other means that we can use to put in water fountains with proper filtration, even if it is off of wells,” he said. Another area of concern is the
dog park at Downers Park. “Do we really need a dog park, or is it actually helping residents who live in Westlake or other areas where they don’t have big yards on acre-and-a-quarter lots like we do?” he asked. Another item for consideration is possible expansion of parks into adjacent lands that might be available, whether for park expansion or for water retention. “I think one of the most important things that we should look at and hopefully budget for would be putting canopy covers for shade over playgrounds,” Hanson said. “When it’s 100 degrees or more, are kids really going to be going on slides or playing on hot equipment?” He also suggested creating themes for playgrounds that make sense, such as a horse theme at the Nicole Hornstein Equestrian Park, or a pirate ship at the future splash pad at Acreage Community Park. “It’s not about just the district paying for it, it’s also about trying to find other types of entities or philanthropists or grants to pay for these types of venues,” Hanson said. Currently, the focus of the 12-person parks department is primarily on maintenance.
“What we’re finding is they are lacking some specialized training, and that’s something that I will be working with the human resources manager to address immediately,” Hanson said, explaining that recreation staff lacks education in areas such as dragging of the horse arenas or tree trimming. While sports programming is done by the Acreage Athletic League, there is currently no formal recreation programming. “That is something that the board is going to have to consider, and that doesn’t mean, necessarily, that you have to add staff,” Hanson said. “Maybe what we can do is repurpose or reallocate staffing that we have currently within the department.” He would like to see more programming done through the Acreage Landowners’ Association. “We used to have limited events through the ALA, and, hopefully, we can do more of those, because right now there are no planned events with them that I’m aware of,” Hanson said. “We don’t have any types of equestrian partnerships for programming or events. We have to do a better job of marketing what we currently have and finding out what they would like to see.”
(Above) Wellington Councilman John McGovern, Mayor Anne Gerwig, Councilwoman Tanya Siskind and Vice Mayor Michael Napoleone were present at the luncheon. (Below) Arlene Smith, Michelle Strassel and Kathleen Williams get attendees checked in for the luncheon.
Sponsor Noreen O’Sullivan from Prudential Advisors gives a presentation on proper retirement planning.
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can get behind. I feel like the community has really supported us and followed our vision.” While he is inspired by key projects, including the upgrades planned for Wellington’s utilities and the building of a new park near Wellington High School, his personal connections matter, too. “My favorite thing is being able to show my kids the importance of being involved in the community,” Drahos said. “All four years on the council, every event on the weekend that I go to — especially the ones where I have to give a speech — my daughters are there with me. My daughter, Julia, has actually found an interest in it, and she’s now the seventh-grade class president at her school. I’m really proud of that.” The qualifying period to officially run for a council seat opens at noon on Tuesday, Dec. 3 and closes at noon on Tuesday, Dec. 17. For more info., call the Village Clerk’s Office at (561) 791-4000 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.
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continued from page 3 plaints about things going on, so you have to be careful,” Titcomb said. “You’ll need to define the priorities, and I caution you about the term ‘complaint-driven’ because complaint-driven code enforcement is often people trying to leverage the town to settle disputes between neighbors.” He reiterated that the scope of priorities will come back before the council to decide. Maniglia made a motion to accept staff’s recommendation to contract with CAP Government Services for code enforcement, which carried 4-0 with Councilwoman Lisa El-Ramey absent.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR Saturday, Aug. 31 • The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will host a clip and walk at the Okeeheelee Park Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 7:30 a.m. Call Paul Cummings at (561) 596-4423 for more info. • The Okeeheelee Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host Archery for Beginners for ages 8 and up Saturday, Aug. 31 at 9:30 a.m. This program costs $10 per person. Learn the basics of archery from safety to shooting and develop a great new skill during this two-hour program. Equipment will be provided. For more info., call (561) 2331400 or visit www.pbcnature.com. • The Women of the Western Communities will host Paint Party Fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 31 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Wellington National Golf Club (400 Binks Forest Drive, Wellington). Register for this event at www. kbsocialartworking.com. • Wellington Ballet Theatre will hold auditions for The Nutcracker on Saturday, Aug. 31 at the Dance Arts Conservatory Center in Wellington. Auditions begin at 2:30 p.m. (ages 5-8), 3 p.m. (ages 8-11) and 4 p.m. (ages 11 and up). The audition cost is $10. The performances will be Dec. 7 and Dec. 8 at Wellington High School. For more info/, call (561) 290-1880 or e-mail info@ danceartsconservatory.com. Monday, Sept. 2 • The Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will meet on Monday, Sept. 2 at 7 p.m. at the Okeeheelee Park Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.). The program will be about maintaining wilderness trails. Call Roy Moore at (561) 307-7792 for more info. Tuesday, Sept. 3 • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Become a Microsoft Publisher Pro for ages 12 and up on Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 2 p.m. Learn to design invitations, banners, flyers, menus and more. Some computer experience is required. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Art for Adults for ages 16 and up on Tuesdays, Sept. 3, 10 and 17
at 2 p.m. Explore your artistic interests using different techniques and mediums, improve your skills and learn new ways to express yourself. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Animal Reading Friends (ARF) on Tuesdays, Sept. 3, 10, 17 and 24 at 3 p.m. Practice reading skills with licensed therapy dogs. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Sunflowers for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 3 p.m. Learn about the life cycle of plants, and start a plant of your own. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • Wellington’s Community Services Department will hold a Walk & Talk in the Hawthorne Neighborhood on Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 5 p.m. For more info., call (561) 791-4796. Wednesday, Sept. 4 • Wellington’s Community Services Department will hold a Community Partners Roundtable on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 9 a.m. at the Wellington Community Center to discuss upcoming fall and winter events taking place throughout the village. All organizations attending will also share what events they have taking place. This event will offer networking opportunities for the organizations. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/ calendar for more info. • The American Legion Auxiliary Unit #367 of Royal Palm Beach will meet on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 10 a.m. at the Palms West Presbyterian Church (13689 Okeechobee Blvd., Loxahatchee Groves). For more information, or directions, call President Marge Herzog at (561) 818-9114. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host English Exchange for adults on Wednesdays, Sept. 4, 11, 18 and 25 at 10:30 a.m. Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Recycled CD Animals for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 3 p.m. Turn old CDs into cool, colorful animals. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Knit & Crochet With Project Linus on Wednesdays, Sept. 4, 11, 18 and 25 at 4 p.m. The crafts you make go to children in need. Bring your favorite pattern, needles, bright yarn and a giving spirit. Drop in anytime. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Mahjong Night for adults on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 6 p.m. Get together with other Mahjong players for a night of fun Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • Check out the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida on Wednesday, Sept. 4 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Panera Bread (11131 Southern Blvd., Royal Palm Beach). For more information, contact Alexa Rubin at (561) 632-7791 or arubin@gssef.org, or Peggy at suvm@ phienixsu.com or (561) 723-1285. Thursday, Sept. 5 • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free concert by the Wolfpack Band, along with food trucks, on Thursday, Sept. 5 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www. wellingtonfl.gov/calendar. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host English Exchange for adults on Thursdays, Sept. 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 1:30 p.m. Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Create a Memory Page: Scrapbooking Fun for ages 16 and up on Thursday, Sept. 5 at 2 p.m. Bring personal photos or memorabilia. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Hooked on Crochet for ages 12 and up on Thursday, Sept. 5 at 5 p.m. Socialize while you crochet. Work on your current project and share ideas with new friends. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Women of the Western Communities will meet Thursday, Sept. 5 at the Wellington National Golf Club, with a happy hour at 6 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. The donation for the month will be school supplies for the children at Harmony House.
RSVP to Tara Zimmerman at tara@zaflorida. com. For more info., visit www.womenofthe westerncommunities.org. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Writers’ Critique Workshop for adults on Thursday, Sept. 5 at 6:30 p.m. Share, offer and accept constructive criticism to improve your fiction, nonfiction and poetry in a supportive atmosphere. Call (561) 7906070 to pre-register. Friday, Sept. 6 • The West Palm Beach Antiques Festival will be held Friday, Sept. 6 through Sunday, Sept. 8 at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. Visit www.wpbaf.com for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host After-School Game Time for ages 6 to 12 on Friday, Sept. 6 at 3 p.m. Relax after school and have a blast with new and favorite board games and card games. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • Palm Beach County’s Art in Public Places program invites student, emerging and professional artists residing throughout Palm Beach County to participate in Outside the Box, a community public art project that will transform up to 36 ordinary traffic signal boxes into vibrant works of art. The deadline for entry is Sept. 6 at 5 p.m. For the complete info., visit http://discover.pbcgov.org/fdo/ art/Pages/Calls-to-Artists.aspx. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free screening of the movie Captain Marvel on Friday, Sept. 6 at 8 p.m. Call (561) 7532484 for more info. Saturday, Sept. 7 • The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in John Prince Park (2520 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth) on Saturday, Sept. 7.at 7:15 a.m. Call Paul Cummings at (561) 963-9906 for more info. • The Wellington Rotary Club will host the Race for the Red & Blue First Responders 5K on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 7:30 a.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater. For more info., visit www.wellington5k.com. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Intermediate Tai Chi on Saturdays, Sept. 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 9 a.m. and Tai Chi for Beginners at 10:15 a.m. Wear comfortable clothing and flat shoes.
Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. •The Girl Scouts of Southeast will host Girl Scout Game Day on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon at Veterans Park (1036 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., Royal Palm Beach). For more information, contact Alexa Rubin at (561) 632-7791 or arubin@gssef.org, or Peggy at suvm@phienixsu.com or (561) 723-1285. • The Wellington Historical Society will host a Who’s Who Picnic on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center. Longtime residents are invited to help identify people in pictures from early Wellington. For more info., visit www.wellingtonhistoricalsociety.org, • Wellington Cares will host a free event celebrating National Grandparents Day on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mall at Wellington Green’s Live 360 room. For more info., call (561) 568-8818 or visit www.wellingtoncares.org/events. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 2 p.m. Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out. Coffee will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Dungeons & Dragons for ages 12 and up on Saturdays, Sept. 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 2 p.m. Adventure in the world of D&D with fellow wizards and warriors. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Fun with Coding for ages 7 to 17 on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 2:30 p.m. Learn to code with Code Palm Beach mentors. Fifteen laptops will be provided; personal laptops are also allowed. Parents/ caregivers must attend. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Eagles tribute concert by the Long Run Band on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info. Send calendar items to: The Town-Crier, 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 33, Wellington, FL 33414 or e-mail news@gotowncrier. com.
Should Hurricane Dorian hit South Florida, many of the items in this calendar could be canceled or postponed. Please check with event organizers to follow up.
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SPORTS & RECREATION
WHS Begins Regular Season With Loss To Palm Beach Lakes
By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report On Friday, Aug. 23, the Wellington High School football team traveled to Palm Beach Lakes High School to open the regular season, falling 41-15 to the host Rams. With scattered rain showers through most of the game, Wellington trailed early, as Palm Beach Lakes notched the game’s first scores. Behind 14-0 in the second quarter, Wellington managed a safety when the defensive front pressured the Palm Beach Lakes line, forcing the snap to go over the quarterback’s head and out of the end zone. The Wolverines then added to the score with a Morgan Suarez 24-yard field goal, but still trailed 14-5 early in the second quarter. The Rams extended their lead, adding one more score just prior to halftime, taking a 21-5 lead into the locker room. Wellington’s offense, known for throwing the ball, had difficulty
connecting through the night. The Wolverines did sustain a drive early in the third quarter, assisted by penalties from the Rams, but the team was unable to convert the positive yards into points. The Rams took over possession and added a score, making it 28-5. Palm Beach Lakes contributed another score shortly after a Wellington three-and-out with a 25yard touchdown pass to sit on a 35-5 advantage. Wellington found some offensive wheels on their next possession, getting close enough to add another Suarez field goal, this one from an impressive 47 yards out. The ball sailed through the uprights and made the score 35-8. The Wolverines came right back to recover their second onside kick on the night. However, it did little to help the offense when the quarterback to receiver link-up faltered. The Rams were able to cap a drive with a 14-yard quarterback keeper to take a 41-8 lead with less than five minutes remaining to play.
Wellington, hampered with injuries, made personnel adjustments in efforts to spark the offense. Quarterback Ryan Anthony led the Wolverine offense on a 55yard drive that was capped by an 11-yard touchdown pass to Tristan Abinet. The point after brought the score to 41-15. Running back
Stephen Cortez was also instrumental in the ground attack on the final drive for the Wolverines. However, the Rams ran out the remaining seconds on the clock to seal the win. Wellington will travel to Glades Central High School on Friday, Aug. 30. Kickoff is at 6:30 p.m.
Wellington defensive end Stephen Passeggiata rushes the Palm Beach Lakes quarterback.
WHS quarterback Blake Kendall throws down field.
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Wellington running back Stephen Cortez powers through the line for a big gain.
Wellington quarterback Ryan Anthony throws to a receiver.
The Wolverine defense swarms to the Rams’ ball carrier.
Palm Beach Central Football Has Rough Start In Season Opener
By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Palm Beach Central High School football team hosted Palm Beach County powerhouse Atlantic High School on Friday, Aug. 23 and fell 40-13 in the season opener. The Broncos had a rough first half, being held scoreless by the Atlantic defense with the field being saturated by rain for the second straight week. Atlantic had little difficulty moving the chains and built a 19-0 lead before the halftime whistle. The Eagles continued to fatigue the Bronco defense and added another score in the third quarter to claim a 26-0 lead. Palm Beach Central’s offense began to gel when Bronco quarterback Anarjahe Douriet put together a drive midway through the third quarter. Douriet found one of his preferred targets, receiver
Bryan Robinson, for a 30-yard touchdown to narrow the margin to 26-7. The Bronco defense also slowed the Atlantic offensive unit. Defensive back De’Angelo Pompey grabbed an interception that halted another possible score by the Eagles. The Broncos ignited a rally by adding a second touchdown, but the point after failed. Palm Beach Central started chipping away at the Atlantic lead, but they trailed 26-13 going into the final quarter. The Palm Beach Central rally was not carried over consistently into the final quarter of play. The Broncos were held scoreless, and Atlantic capped the game by adding two more scores before the final whistle. The Broncos will be on the road Friday, Aug. 30 at William T. Dwyer High School. Kickoff is at 6:30 p.m.
Bronco defenders take down the Atlantic ball carrier.
Bronco quarterback Anarjahe Douriet keeps the ball up the middle.
The Bronco defense swarms the Atlantic receiver.
Palm Beach Central receiver Bryan Robinson looks for more yardage after a big gain.
Palm Beach Central’s Cedric Johnson follows a block to advance the ball on a kickoff.
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Hawks Fall To Park Vista
The Seminole Ridge High School varsity football team kicked off the fall season with a 19-7 pre-season loss to the Park Vista High School Cobras on Friday, Aug. 16. This was partly due to Park Vista returning the opening kickoff for an 89-yard touchdown. Seminole Ridge quarterback Shane Goolsby fired back on offense, perfectly placing a ball to wideout Brandon Schabert for a 33-yard touchdown pass. This wouldn’t have happened if Hawk running back Deion McMinns didn’t fight for a hard-earned 11-yard run, setting up the throw. Throughout the game, Goolsby showed flashes of improviser Steve Young, turning two busted plays into gains. On the defensive side, the
Hawks linebacker corps and secondary showed impressive ability. While the defensive line attacked, they couldn’t generate many huge defensive plays. Linebackers Alex Cohen and Ryan Blake both racked up tackles, swarming to ball carriers all night. It was made easier for them, as defensive backs Andre Fuller, Reyan Blake and Daniel Brown locked up the Park Vista air space. Blake and Fuller pounded Cobra ball carriers that came their way, and lockdown cornerback Daniel Brown made a spectacular interception in the fourth quarter, hoping to give some life back to the Seminole Ridge offense. However, poor weather and miscommunication led to a 19-7 loss to open the 2019-20 season.
The Seminole Ridge High School football team will host Royal Palm Beach High School on Friday, Sept. 27 at 6:30 p.m. The schools will battle for the Best of the West Trophy (left), which dates back to the Hawks’ inaugural season in 2006. The Wildcats won that game, but Seminole Ridge has the edge in overall wins with seven, while the Wildcats have retained the traveling trophy six times.
Wellington Aquatics Complex To Begin Fall Hours
Weather permitting, during the Labor Day Holiday weekend, the Wellington Aquatics Complex will be open Saturday, Aug. 31 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 1 from noon to 7 p.m.; and Monday, Sept. 2 from noon to 5 p.m. Following Labor Day, the facility will begin its fall hours of operation. Fall hours are as follows: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; closed Sundays and Mondays. For more information on the Wellington Aquatics Complex, or fall swim lessons and programs, visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/aquatics.
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Seeking Employment HOME HEALTH AIDE AVAILABLE — Experienced Home Health Aide seeks new position. Flexible hours, full time, day or night. I am a Licensed CNA who has worked as a home health aide and also as a nanny. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly at home. Price negotiable, references provided upon request. Call Pat at (561) 294-1423.
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Jim Beam
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All Flavors
1.75L
$14.99
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Bailey’s Irish Cream .................... $20.99 Kahlua ....................................... $35.99
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Seagrams Gin ............................. $19.99 Beefeater Gin ............................ $26.99 Tanqueray Gin ............................. $35.99 Bombay Sapphire Gin .................. $35.99
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Jose Cuervo................................ $33.99 Sauza Tequila (Light/Dark) ......... $29.99 Patron Silver .............................. $42.99 Partido Blanco Tequila ................ $35.99
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SCOTCH/WHISKEY Dewars Scotch Whisky ............... $28.99 J.W. Red Label Scotch ................ $31.99 Chivas Regal .............................. $49.99 Clan MacGregor Rare Blended .... $19.99 J&B Scotch ................................ $34.99 Ballentine’s Scotch .................... $27.99 Seagram’s VO............................. $24.99 Jameson’s Irish Whiskey ............. $46.99 Courvoisier VS Cognac................ $19.99 Crown Royal (Regular) ................ $39.99 Canadian Club ............................ $19.99 Glenlivet 12 yrs. ......................... $79.99 Jim Beam(Regular) ..................... $12.99 Jim Beam (All Flavors) ................ $14.99 Jim Beam (Regular) ................... $24.99
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